Weight Management

In no small part thanks to COVID-19, minerals have enjoyed a real renewal, attracting attention for everything from their contribution to immune and sleep support to their ability to keep our bodies in solid working order.

Who is at the forefront of sweetener innovation?

The GRAS notification covers all steviol glycosides extracted from the stevia leaf, broadening SoPure’s authorized usage status to include its entire stevia portfolio.

Sweegen says it is the first company to receive the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) panel’s safety status for any steviol glycoside “produced by alternative and sustainable technologies.”

Ari Melamud will lead the company and its global expansion plans following the commercialization of the company’s flagship Incredo Sugar ingredient, a real cane sugar product with 30%-50% less sugar.

Cognition, immunity, and pet nutrition are just some of the exciting new categories where prebiotics can make a mark.

According to ADM, studies show HT-BPL1 offers some of the same benefits as its BPL1 probiotic counterpart, including positive effects on metabolic health through reduction in waist circumference.

The hemp extract is rich in THCV which research shows may suppress appetite and help with weight management.

KetoSure MCT can be used in powdered drink mixes, hot beverage powder mixes, and snack and bar formulations.

Culturelle, the leading global probiotics brand, says this is the company’s first product to target metabolic health and weight management.

Previous animal research found that the probiotic strain produces the appetite-suppressing peptide ClpB, reducing weight gain and adiposity in rodent models of obesity.

A recent study found that a bar, called Fast Bar from L-Nutra, successfully prolonged ketogenesis during a 15-hour overnight fast and mitigated fasting-associated side effects.

Lawmakers had until June 10 to vote on the bill, but the legislature adjourned early in the morning on June 11 without bringing the bill up for discussion, ending any prospect of its passage during the current legislative session.

The bill must now pass in the state assembly. However, the assembly only has until June 10 to vote on it before the legislature adjourns.

Are innovative ingredients the key to recovery?

California Assembly Bill 1341 (AB 1341) has been held up in the state Appropriations Committee, seriously delaying its passage until the assembly reconvenes in January of 2022.

The Herbal Pharmacist’s take on leading ingredients to fight inflammation

Will the category recover as restrictions ease?

Vidya Herbs Inc. recently announced it achieved self-affirmed Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) designation for its green coffee extract, CGA-7.

A recent study conducted by NSF International and Harvard Medical School found nine prohibited stimulants in 17 sports and weight loss supplements on top of the illegal Deterenol already on the label.

A recent study found that a polyphenol-rich ingredient composed of extracts of grape, grapefruit, green tea, guarana, and black carrot, in association with vitamin B3 (Fiit-ns from Fytexia) supported the quality of life of overweight subjects.

New state legislation introduced in California could prohibit the sale of weight management dietary supplements to consumers under the age of 18.

Gencor announced the topline results of its study on the body composition of overweight male and female subjects following supplementation with its Gynostemma pentaphyllum extract (ActivAMP).

Predictions from Nutritional Outlook's esteemed Editorial Advisory Board.

FDA found these products contain active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) not listed on their labels, including some with ingredients found in prescription drugs.

The wellness industry faces a double-edged sword: its products have never been more popular, but production hurdles have never been higher.

Dietary supplements are empowering women to take charge of their wellness.

The Council for Responsible Nutrition released detailed results of its latest consumer surveys on U.S. dietary supplement usage in 2020 during its virtual “NOW, NEW, NEXT” conference last week.

A recent pilot study found that SlimBiome, a fiber and mineral formulation containing glucomannan, oligofructose, and chromium picolinate, helps overweight and obese women manage cravings, promoting weight loss.

A recently published randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial found that supplementation with Bergacyn FF supports liver health and weight management.