Joint & Bone Health

Research updates on methylsulfonylmethane.

In the animal study, researchers sought to establish the extent to which Aquamin, a calcium-rich, algae-based multi-mineral complex ingredient, might outperform other calcium carbonate–based calcium supplements commonly used to help prevent osteopenia and osteoporosis.

New study results recently presented at June’s International Conference on Children’s Bone Health in Germany indicate that children with low vitamin K2 status may be at greater risk of developing low-energy bone fractures.

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The company says the research will be the first to study the impact of MenaQ7 vitamin K MK-7 on calcium metabolism in vivo.

The study is said to be the first to examine the effects of curcumin on bone density in humans.

Organic Hawaiian Red Turmeric Gummies are formulated for adults who are looking to incorporate the anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties of turmeric into their daily supplement regimen.

A new animal study suggests pyrroloquinoline quinone (PQQ) supplementation may stimulate osteoblastic bone formation and inhibit osteoclastic bone resorption.

Called FlexiGo, the ingredients are derived exclusively from Harpagophytum procumbens and Harpagophytum zeyheri and aim to relieve joint discomfort.

The facility expansion has made it possible to increase production of the company’s PernaTec New Zealand Greenshell green lipped mussel oil, in addition to some of the company’s other ingredients.

More companies and ingredients are targeting the pet-supplements market.

New studies on krill oil, egg phospholipids, and phospholipid-based curcumin

Biova, Aurora Nutrascience, and Vida Lifescience announce the release of ExoFlex, a new liposomal-encapsulated eggshell-membrane supplement.

During the upcoming Vitafoods Europe tradeshow in Geneva in May, Naturex (Avignon, France) will launch two new ingredients.

Mythocondro, a non-animal-sourced chondroitin sulfate ingredient from Gnosis S.p.A. (Desio, Italy), has received a “no objections” response from FDA for Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) status for safe use in food and beverage.

AIDP is now an exclusive U.S. distributor of Weishardt International’s Naticol, a marine Type I collagen peptide ingredient for joint and skin health.

China-based chondroitin sulfate supplier Yantai Dongcheng Biochemical Company, Ltd., announced the Thai-based company it recently acquired, Sino Siam Biotechnique Co., also a manufacturer of chondroitin sulfate, has earned USP certification.

Turmeric is on a tear-but for how long?

A new analysis finds that more widespread use of calcium and vitamin D supplements could save nearly $4.3 billion per year in EU healthcare costs stemming from bone fractures caused by osteoporosis.

A new study finds that 62.5% of U.S. adults with arthritis take at least one dietary supplement, compared to 49% of adults without arthritis who say the same.

New research out of Mexico suggests calcium from Opuntia ficus indica may be effective at improving several markers of bone health in rats.

A new meta-analysis of more than 25 studies provides evidence that vitamin D supplementation may be beneficial to immune health.

Subjects consuming the bioactive collagen peptides demonstrated statistically significant improvements in activity-related pain intensity.

Researchers found the postmenopausal women with hyperparathyroidism and vitamin D deficiency had lower bone mineral density than women with sufficient levels of vitamin D.

Researchers found a Fructus-sophorae extract protected against development of collagen-induced arthritis in mice.

A recent study explores the effects of Movardol, a blend of boswellia, ginger, and N-acetylglucosamine, on symptoms of knee osteroarthritis.

Omya has announced a new bone-health dietary supplement product including its Omyapharma and Omyapure calcium-carbonate ingredients.

Strong sales growth and promising research make boswellia and turmeric two of the most promising Ayurvedic herbs to watch this year.

Researchers found that NEM significantly improved several markers of inflammation in rats with collagen-induced rheumatoid arthritis.

From the stellar growth of boswellia and branched-chain amino acids, to declining sales of whey protein and valerian, here are the supplement ingredients that surprised market experts from SPINS this year.