Stress & Sleep

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.

Brain health, including cognitive function, stress relief, mood, and sleep, was a big focus at this year’s SupplySide West trade show.

Brands can gain a lot by promoting botanicals in their food and drink products for energy and relaxation, according to FMCG Gurus data.

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.

In particular, the firm will highlight its Bifizen multi-strain probiotic ingredient, which a recent study showed supports mood.

The company calls ButiShield “a next-generation biotic ingredient for gut health and beyond.”

The company will share the latest on its New-Gar garlic and Zaffronel saffron ingredients at the show.

A recent animal study found that Pharmactive’s branded saffron extract, affron, helped boost the body’s endogenous production of melatonin.

The company conducted one-on-one interviews with consumers in the U.S., China, and Germany for its new report, “Is Your Mind Open to the Opportunities of Mental Wellness?”

In the study, the probiotic blend called Bifizen helped improve depression and anxiety scores, as well as associated biomarkers.

MMR based its latest insights on data from consumers in France, Germany, and the Netherlands.

The report names five trends: holistic health, “unapologetic femcare,” social media drivers of food and beverage trends, the metaverse, and innovative scented applications.

FloraWorks has announced the results of a study conducted by Radicle Science that demonstrates the sleep support benefits of its TruCBN cannabinol (CBN) ingredient.

In this report, contract research organization Vedic Lifesciences analyzes trends in CBD clinical studies.

Premixes offer an effective and efficient way for nutrition and supplement manufacturers to formulate their products.

Should melatonin be treated as a dietary supplement or as a hormone product?

Not all prebiotics are alike, and research reveals that specific molecular structures can provide consistent gut health effects.

How can nutrition and supplement brands effectively reach millennials?

Meijer will now retail three products from Healthy Directions’ Doctors’ Preferred brand in Illinois, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin.

The new Wellmune Adapt ingredient blends branded ingredients Wellmune beta-glucan and Sensoril ashwagandha root and leaf extract, plus vitamin C.

The ingredient, supplied by Roelmi HPC, is a botanical blend.

At the show, the company will serve up innovative plant-based food and drink samples.

Natural energy products are continuing to experience growth in the marketplace. And on the opposite end of the spectrum, relaxation and sleep products have experienced tremendous growth in recent years as well.

Market research shows that the Asia-Pacific market is one of the fastest-growing prebiotic sectors, writes David Mharakurwa of Clasado Biosciences.

In February 2023, the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) added Rhodiola rosea to its CITES Appendix II list.

In the case study, 30 players took HydroCurc and Levagen+ extracts during the 2022-2023 season to evaluate their potential for aiding in post-match recovery and sleep.

The report captures proprietary data from The Vitamin Shoppe stores and online shop, The Vitamin Shoppe survey data, and data from market researcher SPINS.

The company’s branded ingredients NooGandha ashwagandha extract, MitoHeal redcurrant and blackcurrant extract, NordicCherry tart cherry extract, and AlphaFen fenugreek extract are now non-GMO certified.

A recent study found that supplementation with broad-spectrum phospholipids found in milk fat globule membranes (MFGM) may help reduce stress.