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Food additives do not disrupt gut microbiome at real doses, lab study finds

Researchers are challenging the notion that food additives may harm the human gut microbiome, as people have commonly believed. None of the eight common food additives studied induced short-term gut dysbiosis nor impacted short-chain fatty acid production. Nutrition Insight speaks with paper co-author, professor Rajaraman Eri, who explains what has driven this misconception in earlier research: “In our published study, we used the so-called normal doses, reflecting real-world consumption levels. At that level, the responses are not that disruptive.”
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Protein, fiber, and GLP-1: What ingredient suppliers want brands to know
According to proprietary research from Tate & Lyle, one in three US citizens surveyed have already used a GLP-1 medication. That figure signals that the weight loss pharmaceutical is a present reality and a significant trend that nutrition brands must meet now. For the nutrition industry, this trend may represent radical shifts as consumers change what they eat, how much they eat, and what they expect food and supplements to do for them.
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Exploring NAC supplements for women’s health, cognitive resilience, and new delivery formats
As a precursor that supports the production of one of the body’s key antioxidant compounds, glutathione, N-acetyl-L-cysteine (NAC) is well-positioned in the cellular defense arena. However, experts suggest that its growing body of evidence points to new opportunities in supplement formulations that support brain and hormonal health. Research indicates that when consumed with other nutrients, such as inositol, the water-soluble amino acid derivative may offer benefits for aging women beyond its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
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Kerry: BC30 brings gut health benefits cross-culture amid tight probiotic regulations

Kerry representatives Mathieu Millette, Ph.D., and Haelim Choi discuss the clinical relevance of BC30 (Bacillus coagulans GBI-30, 6086), showing benefits for Caucasian and Chinese populations in gastrointestinal comfort. Millette, who is scientific director at Bio-K+ and Choi, senior global marketing manager for Digestive Health, also address regulatory challenges in product differentiation, as health claims must remain general despite solid clinical trials. New probiotics face stricter hurdles and delays — showing scientific innovations are outpacing regulatory approval timelines and limiting expansion potential. 

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Nutrition industry 2025 in review: Most read stories
This year, scientific and technological advances, along with growing scrutiny of health claims and regulations, shaped the nutrition industry. Research on the gut microbiome, growing interest in healthy aging, and increasing popularity of GLP-1 medications have driven innovations in targeted solutions, spanning biotics, collagen, botanicals, and protein ingredients. Meanwhile, policy shifts, climate impacts, and geopolitical pressures influenced nutrition security and access to healthy diets. Let’s review this year’s industry-shaping highlights.

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Saanroo features weight management and gut health solutions at Expo West 2026
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As GLP-1 drugs like semaglutide go mainstream, Saanroo sees growing demand for science-driven, targeted companion supplements that align with stricter regulations and long-term health goals. Metabolic health and weight management support are expected to take center stage at next week’s Natural Products Expo West 2026, in Anaheim, California, US (Mar 3–6). Saanroo highlights opportunities for engagement with formulation leaders, regulatory professionals, and commercial decision-makers across global markets at this trade show.
Study links processed foods lacking fiber to cognitive decline in aged brains
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A study has found that the emotional memory region of the brain, the amygdala, is sensitive to processed foods. The study links the finding mainly to the diet’s lack of fiber, which leads to a decline in gut-derived butyrate metabolites and may cause inflammation in the brain. The brain region governs emotional memories, especially bad experiences, and is important for learning associations between something fearful and a bad outcome, the researchers argue.
Clinical study confirms Sōlaria Biō’s bone health synbiotics survive in gut...
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Biotech company Sōlaria Biō has published new clinical findings supporting the gut delivery and efficacy of two synbiotic products targeting the gut-bone axis. The first is SBD111, marketed as Bōndia, which is the company’s plant-sourced synbiotic proven to improve bone density in women with osteopenia by 85%. The second is a synbiotic formulation still under development, SBD121, specifically designed for the dietary management of rheumatoid arthritis.
Lasso’s Spintech launches high-protein snacks in the GLP-1 era
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Foodtech company Lasso is launching two CPG (consumer packaged goods) brands Froobies and CronchClub — snacks that deliver clean ingredients while being high in protein and fiber. The products are the first to use “Lasso’s Spintech,” integrating simple ingredients into packaged food products. It weaves together fiber and protein, removing the need for artificial additives, binders, or excess sugar.
Expo West 2026: Exploring natural products for longevity and energy
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Ahead of the upcoming Natural Products Expo West 2026 trade show, Nutrition Insight discusses botanical ingredients and market developments with exhibitors Sabinsa, Layn Natural Ingredients, and BioVivo Science. At the “premier” gathering for the natural products industry in Anaheim, California, US (Mar 3–6), the companies will showcase a range of solutions for longevity, cellular health, and energy. The experts shine a light on new product launches, bioavailability, industry developments, and supply consistency. 
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Natural Products Expo West returns to Anaheim, California, US, next week (March 3–6) for its 45th edition, with ingredient suppliers arriving amid converging political and economic pressures that are reshaping product development across the natural and organic F&B segments. The show brings together more than 3,300 exhibitors and 60,000 professional buyers from major retailers like Whole Foods Market, Costco, Kroger, and Amazon, to major producers and suppliers like ADM and Tradin Organic, as well as start-ups and new enterprises.  
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Nutrition in healthcare brings opportunity for industry...
The Physicians Association for Nutrition (PAN) International urges integrating nutrition science into healthcare policy, arguing it is crucial to promoting healthy diets while empowering professionals. This opens the door for policymakers to step up and set standards, incentives, and accountability mechanisms that align with preventive care and dietary strategies. It also presents an innovation opportunity for the nutrition industry to reformulate products into healthier alternatives.
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Expo West 2026: Rousselot to showcase collagen peptides for...
At the upcoming Natural Products Expo West 2026 in Anaheim, California, US (Mar 3–6), Rousselot will feature its collagen peptides, Peptan and Nextida GC, highlighting their benefits for GLP-1 users and consumers seeking alternatives to the increasingly popular weight-loss drugs. Florencia Moreno Torres, global marketing manager at Rousselot by Darling Ingredients, tells Nutrition Insight about Nextida GC’s recently granted US patent and its completion of a second clinical study to validate earlier findings. 
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How the supplement industry is bridging Ozempic’s nutrition...
The rise of GLP-1 receptor agonists such as semaglutide has thinned the waistlines of millions and opened the door for innovation in the US$200 billion supplement and nutraceutical industry. As the accessibility of drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy increases, users are eating less and discovering the biological effects of rapid weight loss.

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Collagen support solutionsFeb2026

Innova Market Insights data shows that over half of global consumers are paying attention to collagen in their diets. The majority of these consumers prefer collagen supplements in on-the-go or powder...

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Women's health redefined Feb 2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates a 6% compound annual growth in supplement launches with women’s health positionings between October 2022 and September 2025. Nearly half of the launches were in women’s specialty, while antioxidant supplements were gaining ground. Several B vitamins lead in ingredients used, and lemon balm is emerging with 82%.  

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GLP-1 weight management trendsFeb 2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that global GLP-1 consumers take these medications for appetite control and satiety. Overall, supplements with GLP-1 claims are surging with a large increase in launches in the last five years, led by North America. These supplements contain natural extracts to support GLP-1 activity. 

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Kerry representatives Mathieu Millette, Ph.D., and Haelim Choi discuss the clinical relevance of BC30 (Bacillus coagulans GBI-30, 6086), showing benefits for Caucasian and Chinese populations in gastrointestinal comfort. Millette, who is scientific director at Bio-K+ and Choi, senior...

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