Joint & Bone Health

Here’s how joint health formulators can choose the right type of collagen to get the job done.

The Natural and Non-Prescription Health Products Directorate (NNPHD) of Health Canada has granted PLT Health Solutions an updated license to market its AprèsFlex 5-Day Joint Support Ingredient in Canada.

The ingredient called TruGro CARE Joint Health is a synergistic blend of three extracts derived from epimedium, pomegranate and mango leaf.

Rousselot expanded on how their newly announced collagen peptides provide multiple health benefits.

Recent research conducted by ILSI U.S. and Canada – a global, nonprofit federation dedicated to advancing precompetitive research in the food, nutrition and health realms – and partially funded by Balchem, has shed light on how to improve predictions of Ca bioavailability across different food matrices.

TamaFlex has been registered as a Health Functional Food Ingredient (HFFI) by South Korea’s Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS).

Bioiberica (Barcelona, Spain) has announced self-determination of GRAS (generally recognized as safe) for its Collavant n2 native (undenatured) type II collagen at 40 mg/day.

As part of the agreement, Sibelius will distribute Stratum’s sage extract and NEM eggshell membrane inthe United Kingdom (UK).

According to the company, Collamet is absorbed four times faster and has 10 times the efficacy of traditional collagen peptides. The ingredient will initially be offered in the North American market.

Rousselot, a Darling Ingredients brand, has announced the launch of Nextida, a platform of specific collagen peptide compositions for targeted health benefits.

The study shows that its Collavant n2 can alleviate joint discomfort in healthy subjects.

DolCas Biotech has announced that it will be showcasing a new chocolate prototype featuring its Curcugen curcumin ingredient at this year’s Vitafoods Europe.

PharmaLinea to introduce a new, clinically studied product for the support of joint pain and mobility, as well as line extensions to its >Your< Prediabetiq and >Your< Iron product lines.

The company will be highlighting new research that demonstrates the ability of its Peptan collagen peptide brand to support sleep quality, reduce gastrointestinal discomfort, and enhance skin health, including density, hydration, and elasticity.

Millennials are reaching middle age and want to protect their joints so they can stay active for longer.

Proper nutrition to support bone health is important throughout one’s life, creating opportunities for product development across age and gender demographics.

Women taking the collagen supplement experienced improvements in joint function and pain.

The company states that the oil delivers 60% DHA.

A look at the hype behind vitamin K2; its benefits, formulation considerations, and opportunities.

PLT Health Solutions has announced the launch of a sleep support ingredient called Serezin Restorative Sleep + Pain Relief.

Magnesium's trajectory is similar to ashwagandha in that its reach is extending across multiple categories.

The herbal blend was able to improve functional activity, bending flexibility, pain, and sleep quality.

Bioiberica cements its position in Europe by partnering with Faes Farma, and expands to Mexico and Latin America by partnering with IFA Celtics.

A recent study conducted by Juntendo University in Japan has determined what forms of adolescent sports can lead to an increase in areal bone mineral density.

The branded MSM, OptiMSM, improved Japanese Knee Osteoarthritis Measure scores after 12 weeks of daily supplementation at a dose of 2 grams per day.

Formulating children’s supplements requires balancing the tried-and-true and innovation.

2023 was a prolific year for the research-rich supplier, which announced or submitted for publication five separate branded ingredient studies this year.

During The Collagen Symposium event hosted by collagen ingredients supplier Bioiberica, panelists discussed the most pressing issues in the collagen market today.

Supplements that support muscle health may help aging Americans lead safer, active lives.

Companies discussed how their branded-ingredient portfolios help customers address multiple in-demand need states.