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Key trends shaping health and wellness acquisitions & growth in nutrition industry

The nutrition industry is experiencing significant consolidations, driven by strong consumer demand for health and wellness solutions. H&H Group, an international health and nutrition company, says these products are remarkably resilient in today’s uncertain economic landscape. In response, companies are increasingly acquiring science-backed, successful brands to diversify their portfolios. Nutrition Insight explores the ongoing consolidation with Jason Wang, CFO & COO at H&H Group, which owns multiple health, human and pet nutrition, and personal care brands. 
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The future of pet nutrition: Focus on gut health, science and sustainability
As pet owners increasingly prioritize long-term wellness for their furry friends, the pet nutrition market is expanding into targeted solutions in gut health, cognition, and mobility. Evidence-backed ingredients and sustainability are also shaping the sector, while research and market gaps in species-specific innovations remain. Nutrition Insight meets with experts from AstaReal AB, dsm-firmenich, ADM, and Beneo to uncover the future of pet nutrition. 
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Food-microbe pairings may unlock personalized nutrition, experts reveal
Research has found that certain foods and diets shape the gut microbiome and might inspire future personalized nutrition interventions. The study examined 10,068 individuals from the Human Phenotype Project, dubbed “the world’s deepest phenotype multi-omic study.” The researchers note that the ways specific foods and dietary patterns shape microbial composition, diversity, and function are not fully understood. In the study, they were able to unveil some of these mysteries by looking at distinct food-microbe links, such as coffee with Lawsonibacter asaccharolyticus, yogurt with Streptococcus thermophilus, and milk with Bifidobacterium species.
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Balchem R&D expert explores AI’s role in accelerating nutraceutical innovation
Palak Uppal, R&D project manager at Balchem, discusses the evolving role of AI in nutraceutical innovation. She explains how AI can accelerate early-stage ideation, literature research, and navigating patent landscapes to ensure new products’ novelty and protectability. Uppal also says AI-driven insights can align innovations with market trends and real-world needs, helping companies understand consumer preferences. Highlighting the importance of project managers in translating scientific discovery into commercial products, she emphasizes that AI supports, but does not replace, human decision-making in R&D.

Uppal highlights her own ideas, views, and opinions that do not represent those of her employer.

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UK bans high-sugar and deep-fried foods from school menus to boost children’s...
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The UK has removed high-sugar and deep-fried foods from school menus, marking the first overhaul of School Food Standards in over ten years. According to the government, millions of children are expected to benefit, as one in three primary school children is overweight and obese in the nation. “Today we are launching the most ambitious overhaul of school food in a generation, and it is long overdue,” comments Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson. 
Study finds wild bumblebee gut bacteria can ferment and boost vitamin B2 levels...
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By mapping the gut microbiome of wild bumblebees, food scientists have discovered a particular bacteria strain Lactococcus lactis NFICC2835 that can be used for both fermentation and increasing vitamin B2 (riboflavin) in soy beverages.They found that L. lactis NFICC2835 produces up to 1.23 mg/L of riboflavin in soy drinks, even in those already containing added vitamin B2, demonstrating “robust and stable production.”
Evanium raises seed funding for technology boosting supplement bioavailability
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Evanium has secured €2.2 million (US$2.6 million) in seed funding to scale its proprietary Optisolv technology, which it says can solve the “bioavailability crisis” behind ineffective supplements. The German life science start-up says the funding will accelerate its ingredient platform. Specifically, it will use the capital to scale its Optisolv technology, expand the team, advance clinical studies, and accelerate commercial partnerships in nutraceuticals, nutricosmetics, and functional foods. 
New research shows Akay Bioactives’ black cardamom extract boosts cognition and...
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New research supports the brain-boosting effects of Akay Bioactives’ recently launched proprietary black cardamom (Amomum subulatum) fruit extract, CardaMind. The study marks the first human clinical trial evaluating the extract’s effects on its own and in combination with caffeine. CardaMind is designed for fast-acting mental energy and cognitive performance. Produced using a water-based process, the ingredient preserves key bioactives that help sustain attention, accelerate cognitive processing, and boost task efficiency, according to its supplier.
Study shows Aker BioMarine’s Lysoveta boosts cognition by delivering omega-3s...
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New clinical evidence demonstrates that Aker BioMarine’s Lysoveta brain health ingredient supplies eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) through the brain’s protective barriers. The omega-3 ingredient delivers these compounds in lysophosphatidylcholine, a molecular form of choline that the brain naturally recognizes and actively transports across its barriers via the MFSD2A pathway, which is crucial for importing omega-3s into the brain. Using lysophosphatidylcholine enables more effective targeted delivery.
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As GLP-1 weight loss medications grow in use and visibility, they are accelerating a broader shift in how consumers think about food — not just in terms of calories, but nutritional output per bite. This concern is beginning to reshape expectations across the F&B industry, particularly in categories built around convenience and portion control.
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Pharma meets nutrition: How GLP-1s revolutionize healthier...
GLP-1 therapies for weight loss and diabetes management are becoming more accessible and affordable in the US and around the world, driving consumer demand for healthier, nutrient-dense foods. Nutrition experts at Fonterra, Ingredion, Carbery, and the University of California (UC) Davis, US, tell Nutrition Insight how these pharmaceuticals are reshaping food trends to create innovations that cater to new consumer groups beyond GLP-1 users. 
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Food as Health: Nutrition investment opportunities for...
Amid growing US health care costs and diet-driven non-communicable diseases, S2G Investments calls for a convergence of food and health care systems: Food as Health. The US-based investor argues this would enable entrepreneurs to build investable businesses that leverage nutrition to drive measurable health outcomes. However, adoption remains limited when considering the magnitude of the problem. Nutrition Insight meets with Dan Ripma, principal at S2G Investments, to discuss Food as Health investment opportunities. 
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March in review: Gut microbiome advances, weight loss...
March saw developments in AI-driven microbiome testing, postbiotic developments, and nutraceutical solutions for GLP-1 nutrient gaps. Meanwhile, industry challenges in supply chain disruptions, growing labeling scrutiny, and a demand for transparency accelerated innovations in nutrient-dense formulations, from supplements to functional foods and ready meals. In our March review, Nutrition Insight dives into some of the month’s biggest stories, including our live coverage at the Natural Products Expo West 2026 trade show and how nutrition and supplements can solve nutritional gaps linked to GLP-1 use and rapid weight loss. 

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Innova Market Insights data indicates that consumers are eager to use recovery products when going to the gym. Consumers are especially interested in using nutrition-fortified foods and drinks, as wel...

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Next-gen hydration Apr 2026

Innova Market Insights data shows that hydration is taking centre stage in supplement and sports nutrition innovation. Launches with hydration support claims have grown by an average of 26% per year between 2021 and 2025. Meanwhile, 30% of consumers globally reported purchasing a supplement with hydration benefits in the past year.

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Future of pet nutritionApr 2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates a 26% compound annual growth rate in global pet food launches between 2021 and 2025. According to their Top Global Trends 2026 in Pet Food, wellness is a key focus, and product attributes are driven by pet owners’ interest in clean label, health ingredients, and more.

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