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Outdated probiotics failing infants? Atlas reveals missing gut microbiome strains and opportunities

International researchers have mapped infant gut bacteria into an atlas, revealing opportunities for creating new, tailored probiotics. The global atlas includes diverse strains of over 4,000 bacterial genomes from 48 countries, some of which are not found in commercial probiotics. The authors point out that current probiotic strains on the market come from outdated bacterial populations and may not effectively colonize modern infants’ guts. The team identified and linked 36 strains to specific regions globally.
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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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Expo West 2026: Nuritas to showcase PeptiStrong functional yogurt for muscle health
Nuritas will feature its fava-bean peptide PeptiStrong in a drinkable yogurt at the upcoming Natural Products Expo West 2026 trade show (Mar 3–6) in Anaheim, California, US. The ingredient is backed by three clinical studies supporting improvements in muscle strength, energy, and recovery. Visitors can sample the prototype at the show and test their grip strength, which the company notes helps to connect muscle wellness with everyday vitality and healthy aging. Nuritas has designed this experience to show how targeted nutrition can support tangible health outcomes. 
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University of Giessen: Scientific evidence linking nutrition, mitochondria, and healthy aging

Professor Gunter Eckert at the German University of Giessen explores the grey zone between food and pharmaceuticals and the regulatory challenges of communicating nutrition science. He says there is strong evidence for the Mediterranean diet’s benefits in supporting mitochondrial health and reducing the risk of neurodegeneration. Eckert discusses emerging tools to assess mitochondrial function at the individual level, highlighting the potential of personalized nutrition, while stressing that preventive strategies should prioritize diet and lifestyle.

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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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Two decades of pecan research spotlights heart health, lipid metabolism and...
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A recent scientific review spotlights the heart-healthy benefits of pecans, based on an extensive body of research of more than 20 years. Led by researchers at the Illinois Institute of Technology, US, the paper gathers evidence that the nuts support cardiovascular functions by regulating blood lipid levels and promoting satiety without irregular weight gain.
Study links binge drinking over 50 to 23% higher mortality risk
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A Canadian study has linked binge drinking at age 50 and above to an increased mortality risk of 23% compared to the participants who did not binge drink in the year before. The study followed 129,000 adults aged 50 and above for up to 12 years and found an increased mortality risk with binge drinking frequency. This was after accounting for health status, mental health, and socioeconomic factors.
Raspberries with a meal boost cognition and reduce blood sugar spikes, study...
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Adding red raspberries to a meal may help support both metabolic and brain health along the aging process, according to new dietary research. The study found that the addition regulated post-meal blood sugar spikes and boosted cognitive performance within hours. Researchers attribute these effects to raspberries’ rich polyphenol content. These plant compounds are scientifically known to influence metabolic and inflammatory processes associated with brain health.
MaiaMilk launches clinical-grade powdered human donor milk for infants, for...
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In the US, MaiaMilk has launched shelf-stable, medical-grade human donor milk powder for infants, previously available only in neonatal intensive care units. Unlike formulas based on synthetic ingredients to approximate breast milk, MaiaMilk is 100% human donor milk and can be used at home after transitioning from the hospital. Through proprietary freeze-drying technology, the brand notes that it preserves breast milk’s bioactive compounds, antibodies, and nutrients while making it shelf stable and portable.
IMCD acquires Willow Ingredients to strengthen presence in the UK and Ireland
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Internatio-Müller Chemical Distribution (IMCD) has announced it will acquire Willows Ingredients to strengthen its food and nutrition offerings in the UK and Ireland. The deal will strengthen IMCD’s position in health, sports, and animal nutrition. The Dutch speciality chemicals and ingredients company signed the agreement today and will obtain 100% of Willow Ingredients Group Limited’s shares. This includes the Ireland headquarters and 26 of its employees.
EU restrictions on Russian fertilizer threaten to drive up global edible oil...
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Europe is making it significantly harder and more expensive to import fertilizer from Russia, through a combination of new carbon levies, escalating tariffs, and fresh sanctions. Farm groups say fertilizer imports have already collapsed by more than 80%, and warn of a repeat of the 2022 price shock — when fertilizer costs surged globally, and food prices followed. For the food ingredients sector, one of the most exposed downstream markets is palm oil. Since January 1, the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) — a carbon levy on imports of emissions-heavy products — has applied to fertilizers entering the bloc. At the same time, tariffs on Russian and Belarusian fertilizer that took effect in July 2025 are set to rise sharply.
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Nootropics Depot calls for legal clarity on botanical...
With a toolbox of sophisticated extract and raw material screening instruments, Nootropics Depot urges to bring botanical and mushroom composition analysis up to par with pharmaceutical-grade quality assays, which its CEO believes would require legal reform. The company highlights testing discrepancies across the supply chains for these ingredients. It also criticizes how some supplement brands may take samples to different labs until they receive a positive result, or market formulas with low-quality filler ingredients, such as leftover plant biomass after extraction.
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Immune health: Kirin set to grow R&D investment in biotech...
Kirin Holdings is working to launch R&D facilities across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region to reach global scale and address local needs. To start, it will establish a new company, Kirin Health Science International, in Australia this April, which will unify business activities under a global brand strategy and standardized business processes. Additionally, Kirin focuses on boosting research in fermentation technology and biotechnology to power product and business development. 
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Inside Novonesis’ toolbox of biosolutions for healthier and...
As consumers increasingly seek healthier foods that taste great with minimal ingredients, Novonesis is leveraging biosolutions such as enzymes, cultures, and probiotics to help food producers naturally enhance nutrition, texture, and taste while meeting evolving sustainability and cleaner label demands. Nutrition Insight dives into the company’s toolbox with Johan Weimann, regional president and SVP of Food & Beverage Europe at Novonesis. 

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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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University of Giessen: Scientific evidence linking nutrition, mitochondria, and healthy aging

Professor Gunter Eckert at the German University of Giessen explores the grey zone between food and pharmaceuticals and the regulatory challenges of communicating nutrition science. He says there is strong evidence for the Mediterranean diet’s benefits in supporting mitochondrial health and...

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Sport University Cologne: Nutrition and physical activity “inseparable” for healthy aging
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Wageningen University & Research: Rethinking food design from sustainability to longevity
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