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Here’s how companies are leveraging the power of AI in nutraceuticals.

The Council for Responsible Nutrition-International (CRN-I) has announced the publication of a report summarizing the proceedings of its annual Scientific Symposium in Düsseldorf, Germany.

The standardized ashwagandha root extract, marketed as Shagandha by Sabinsa Corp. is standardized to 2.5% withanolides.

The oil, standardized to 3% thymoquinone and less than 2% free fatty acids, was found to inhibit opportunistic pathogens associated with acne.

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

A recent study found that a proprietary valerian extract from OmniActive Health Technologies improved overall sleep quality in subjects with sleep complaints.

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A recent study found that a standardized ginger extract called Gingever from OmniActive Health Technologies may help manage occasional constipation.

A proprietary probiotic blend marketed as Lacidofil Strong by Lallemand, may be an effective adjuvant to antibiotics for the treatment of dyspepsia.

As more women seek products to support their sex needs, the availability of women-focused sex-health supplements is growing.

The product from MDBio contains CBD, CBN, L-theanine, hops oil, valerian oil, and low levels of THC.

A recent study found that a standardized ashwagandha extract (Witholytin from Verdure Sciences) helped reduce perceived stress and fatigue in men and women.

Results showed that subjects taking the tomato carotenoid supplement saw a significant improvement in skin barrier strength as well as skin firmness and elasticity after 12 weeks.

If the gut-brain axis connects our microbiome and mood, mass, and metabolism, can probiotic supplementation support all three?

The Council for Responsible Nutrition has issued a statement in response to a recent research letter that the organization says raises unnecessary alarm about the pediatric use of melatonin.

The promise and limitations of harnessing AI in new product development.

Supplementation with the proprietary spearmint extract called Neumentix had a dose-dependent impact retinal ganglion cell density, oxidative stress and inflammation in a rat model of glaucoma.

The study found that supplementation with a whole-fruit strawberry powder positively impacted memory and mood in subjects.

Current innovations and building a future for fungi ingredients.

Suppliers discussed their latest and greatest efforts in active and performance nutrition, ranging from a new gut-muscle-axis ingredient to a landmark study in female athletes.

OmniActive Health Technologies is now touting this new study on its Lutemax 2020 ingredient in its renewed “Lutein for Every Age” campaign.

Probiotics for menopause were a key focus for companies at SupplySide West.

Consumers are actively trying to manage their stress in the face of economic and global instability. Herbal supplements may be an intervention they’re looking for.

These ingredient advances will take digestive health supplements to the next level.

The study showed that supplementation with the extract increased fat oxidation during supine rest.

A recent study published found that consumption of oligofructose (chicory root fiber) alone or in combination with the human milk oligosaccharide 2’fucosyllactose may support mood in healthy adults by increasing the population of Bifidobacteria in the gut.

Lab Evo’s at-home kits allow consumers to gather specimens themselves.

Synbiotic Health and its new spin-off NoviaHealth largely focus on developing probiotic ingredients.

A recent study evaluated the nutritional value of barley/rice protein, marketed as EverPro by the AB InBev-owned EverGrain (St. Louis, MO), compared to pea protein .

The institute aims to promote food-based solutions for maintaining health and fighting disease.