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AngeoPro yeast protein by Angel Yeast

Ingredient synergies: Angel Yeast finds yeast-based protein boosts whey performance

In the search for the “perfect protein,” new science by Angel Yeast reveals that blending whey protein — widely considered the gold standard for rapid absorption — with AngeoPro Yeast Protein creates a synergistic effect that surpasses either protein source used in isolation. Compared to whey protein, AngeoPro features higher levels of certain amino acids, such as leucine (90 mg/g), arginine (60 mg/g), lysine (93.1 mg/g), and threonine (52.6 mg/g). The ingredient also delivers two to three times more phenylalanine and tyrosine than whey.
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Gut health champions: Tribiotic supplements, sweetening fibers & ultra-stable postbiotics
Rapid advances in the global gut health market are bringing forth multifaceted gut health ingredients developed to target more than one wellness area. Driven by diversifying ingredient research, innovation highlights range from stable postbiotics engineered for functional beverages to comprehensive “tribiotic” blends and sweetening prebiotic chicory root fibers. Nutrition Insight speaks to Ingredion, ADM, and Royal Cosun (Sensus) about multi-benefit solutions, formulation efforts to close the global fiber gap, and how the rise of ultra-stable postbiotics is unlocking new functional food and beverage categories.
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AI tool suggests simple swaps in meal ingredients for healthier and budget-friendly diets
Researchers have developed a new AI framework that ensures meals more closely align with dietary guidelines, while keeping them recognizable. They found that small ingredient substitutions make recipes healthier and cost-effective, in a way that feels more practical and achievable for consumers.

The AI algorithm, which was recently granted US$2 million in funding through the Bezos Earth Fund award, suggests one to three ingredient swaps can make meals meaningfully more nutritious and less expensive. The study found this ultimately boosted nutritional quality by approximately 10% while reducing modeled meal costs by 22–34%.
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Vitafoods Europe 2026: Wecare Probiotics explores new probiotic delivery formats 

At Vitafoods Europe 2026, Wecare Probiotics highlighted its latest clinical trial and application developments for its star probiotic, Bacillus coagulans BC99. Dr. Litai Liu, sales manager at the company, discussed new applications for BC99, pointing to its stability in coffee, gummies, and protein powders. The ingredient is supported by over 20 clinical trials that cover gut health, sports nutrition, metabolism, and anxiety relief through the gut-brain axis. She also teased Wecare Probiotics’ plans to develop mainstream food applications for BC99, such as yogurts and ice cream.

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Vitafoods Europe 2026 review
The nutrition industry highlighted its latest innovations and scientific advances at this year’s Vitafoods Europe (May 5–7) in Barcelona, Spain. Longevity, women’s health, metabolic health beyond weight loss, hydration, and nutricosmetics stood out as key trends driving research and product development in the industry. Companies also presented sensory-driven delivery formats beyond pills and capsules for consumers who seek flavorful solutions that combine efficacy with convenience.

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Lactalis acquires UK active nutrition brand Protein Works
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The Lactalis Group has acquired UK-based active nutrition brand Protein Works, which offers a range of protein-based products across Europe. The dairy giant says it will accelerate Protein Works in the UK and global markets by combining the brand’s know-how, digital capabilities, and brand equity with Lactalis’ expertise in dairy proteins, nutrition, and large-scale operations. 
Cheese against disease? Scientists map prebiotics and fibers for gut health
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A British study has found that three cheese types may be beneficial for human health. The scientists have mapped out the bacteria responsible for giving these cheeses their flavor and found that the cheese’s character may also benefit the people who eat it. The study was carried out by a research team from the Food Microbial Sciences Unit at the University of Reading. They identified the microbial and biochemical profiles from the maturation process of three local artisan cheeses made in Oxfordshire.
PLT Health Solutions and Alethios accelerate clinical trials for supplement...
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PLT Health Solutions and Alethios have joined forces to speed up and scale the clinical research behind finished formulations for brands while cutting down their associated traditional bottlenecks. 
Nammex unveils pure lion’s mane mycelium ingredient for cognitive health
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Canada-based Nammex Mushrooms has launched ErinaPrime, a 100% pure freeze-dried lion’s mane mycelium powder. The company says the ingredient contains over 90 times more erinacine A content than similar products on the market. This clinically studied neuroactive compound is exclusively found in the mushroom’s mycelium. The powder was developed as a neuroactive mycelium ingredient, with optimized production for this compound’s expression, consistency, and analytical verification. 
Morinaga Milk probiotic may ease digestive issues linked to high-protein diets
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Morinaga Milk Industry has released joint research findings together with Japan-based scientists to investigate the effects of Bifidobacterium longum BB536 consumption in male athletes following a high-protein diet. These diets may disturb the gut environment and increase body-odor-related metabolites production, such as gases, sweat, and other body smells. Under such dietary distress, probiotic supplementation has been proposed to support gut health, and the new findings suggest that BB536 may improve diarrhea-related quality-of-life (QOL) scores and reduce body-odor-related metabolites production.
General Mills joins localization trend with China Häagen-Dazs deal
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General Mills will sell its Häagen-Dazs ice cream shops in mainland China to an investor consortium including fast-growing tea chain operator Ningji. The deal reflects the broader trend of multinational F&B companies handing greater control of local operations to domestic partners better positioned to navigate China’s increasingly competitive consumer market. Under the agreement, Ningji and its investor partners will acquire the Häagen-Dazs retail shop and gifting business in mainland China and receive an exclusive license to operate the brand in those channels. General Mills will retain ownership of the Häagen-Dazs retail and foodservice business in China.
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Webinar preview: AB-Biotics advances targeted probiotics...
As consumers increasingly seek solutions to increase their healthspan as they age, AB-Biotics highlights the role of the gut microbiome and targeted probiotics and postbiotics in this space. The company notes clinical evidence on older adults is key to support longevity solutions in areas like joint, digestive, and skin health.Ahead of the company’s webinar “Biotics for Healthy Aging: Targeted Microbial Strategies to Support Longevity,” Nutrition Insight catches up with Miquel Ángel Bonachera, CEO and co-founder of AB-Biotics, to discuss the role of biotics and the gut microbiome in healthy aging.
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Function & SuppCo offer biometric tests to personalize...
US health tracking platform Function recently acquired SuppCo (The Supplement Collective), which offers an app that independently tests the quality of commercial supplements. Function now offers access to SuppCo’s assessments alongside its own health screening service — which includes lab work, imaging, and clinician guidance — enabling consumers to more comprehensively track how specific dietary inputs are shaping their biology. SuppCo oversees “Tested by SuppCo,” an independent certification program that anonymously purchases off-the-shelf supplements and verifies their active ingredients through an ISO 17025-accredited laboratory. It does not directly profit from the sale of supplements.
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Sustainable Foods Summit 2026: Shaping resilient food...
Sustainable nutrition is increasingly under pressure as consumers demand more environmentally friendly health solutions, with the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development deadline looming, with less than four years remaining. Ahead of the Sustainable Foods Summit 2026 (18–19 June), Nutrition Insight meets with Amarjit Sahota, founder of Ecovia Intelligence, the organizer of the event to be held in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.

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Longevity nutrition: The next era of botanical innovationMay2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that more than half of consumers globally find longevity very important and distinguish it from healthy aging. They also associate it with gut and immune health c...

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Bone & joint health heroes Jun 2026

Innova Market Insights data shows that 20% of consumers globally have tried to improve their bone & joint health in the past year. More than half of these consumers used supplements to improve bones & joints, but 38% used nutrition-fortified foods & drinks.

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Trends in menopause supplementsJun 2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that female consumers take vitamins or minerals to help their hormonal health. This has also been a push for the supplement market, with +17% launches globally for supplements with menopause claims from April 2021 to March 2026. There is also an increase in the demand for menopause supplements with beauty claims.

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At Vitafoods Europe 2026, Wecare Probiotics highlighted its latest clinical trial and application developments for its star probiotic, Bacillus coagulans BC99. Dr. Litai Liu, sales manager at the company, discussed new applications for BC99, pointing to its stability in coffee, gummies,...

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Vitafoods Europe 2026: TopGum Industries expands pharma-grade gummy production 
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