Brain imaging identifies satiety signaling pathway with potential to improve weight loss drugs’ efficacy
28 Nov 2023 --- Novel brain imaging shows brain cells signal the body to stop eating in response to the taste of food sent from the mouth rather than the fullness of the stomach. The brain cells reached through taste are the same ones targeted by... Read More
IFF unlocks plant-based potential in nutraceuticals through new formulation technologies
28 Nov 2023 --- The nutraceutical industry increasingly offers vegan innovations to meet the growing consumer demand for these alternatives. However, International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF) underscores that manufacturers face specific... Read More
Proenkephalin opioid peptide linked to comfort food overeating behavior, study finds
28 Nov 2023 --- Researchers at Virginia Tech Carilion’s (VTC) Fralin Biomedical Research Institute have identified the proenkephalin (Penk) molecule in the hypothalamus as the catalyst for emotional overeating. Penk, an endogenous opioid... Read More
AI-powered protein: Vivici and Ginkgo forge alliance to innovate alt-dairy with precision fermentation
28 Nov 2023 --- Vivici has partnered with Ginkgo Bioworks to advance the production of sustainable, nutritious, novel dairy protein made via precision fermentation. Through this collaboration, Vivici will leverage Ginkgo Bioworks’ capabilities... Read More
Nutrition Focus : Global labeling – trends and issues
Globally, 62% of consumers pay attention to health claims or labels while purchasing a product. As a result, there is an increase in product launches with various health claims, with Europe being the leader for these launches. Free-from and diet claims take the lead, while plant-based and vegan... More
Analysis Feature Nutraceuticals & functional ingredients innovation
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TOP 5 INGREDIENTS AS A PERCENTAGE (%) OF SPORTS NUTRITION & SUPPLEMENT LAUNCHES TRACKED WITH TRACKED WITH NUTRACEUTICAL & FUNCTIONAL INGREDIENTS (GLOBAL, JULY 2022 – JUNE 2023)