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International Women’s Day 2026: WIN urges gender equity across nutraceutical industry

Today’s 115th annual International Women’s Day celebrates the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women, but also marks a call to action to advance gender equality. Women in Nutraceuticals (WIN) urges for measurable progress within the nutrition sector. Although women drive a significant share of healthcare decisions, WIN says they remain underrepresented in the nutraceutical industry’s senior leadership, investment, and scientific roles. The international non-profit organization aims to create an environment where women have an equal place in the global nutraceutical industry. 
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Mood boosters: New era of “self-care” supplements spotlights psychobiotics and calm clarity
The mental wellness market emphasizes self-care as consumers increasingly lean toward holistic lifestyle rituals instead of medicinal approaches to boost mood. This transition has given rise to psychobiotics — probiotics and postbiotics to manage stress and sleep via the gut-brain axis, without the jitters of traditional stimulants. In botanicals, black cardamom extracts offer caffeine-free focus, while fermentation-derived salidrosides help conserve endangered rhodiola. Overall, consumers are prioritizing “steady” performance over overstimulation.
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Aker BioMarine presents krill oil and omega-3s for metabolic health and longevity at Expo West 2026
At Natural Products Expo West 2026, Aker BioMarine is spotlighting next-generation performance, cognitive, and metabolic health formulations with marine-based ingredients like Superba Krill and omega-3 eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). On the show floor in Anaheim, California, US, Nutrition Insight speaks with Jaroslava Juricova-Olsen, chief marketing officer of Human Health Ingredients at Aker BioMarine, about the company’s sustainability initiatives and innovation strategy, moving beyond krill oil ingredients and new health benefits. 
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Expo West 2026 live: BioCell Technology’s clinically-backed collagen targets skin and joint health

Amir Vanderfox, global sales manager at BioCell Technology, tells us that BioCell Collagen contains a naturally occurring matrix of hyaluronic acid, type 2 collagen, and chondroitin sulfate. Seven human clinical trials showed that 1 g of BioCell Collagen provides skin benefits, including reduced fine lines and wrinkles, crow’s feet, and improved hydration and elasticity. Meanwhile, 2 g showed joint benefits, including improved mobility and comfort. The formula is easy to format, flavorless, and suitable for capsules or gummies.

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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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Fantastic Fungi’s Paul Stamets: Functional mushrooms for protecting bees and...
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Live from the Expo West trade fair in California, US, Nutrition Insight speaks to renowned mycologist and Fungi Perfecti founder Paul Stamets. Featured in the Netflix documentary “Fantastic Fungi,” Stamets spotlights how mycelium’s potential reaches far beyond human immunity, offering a critical defense for bees and livestock against emerging viral threats.
Givaudan’s patented turmeric extract boosts sports recovery 72 hours after...
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New clinical evidence backs Givaudan’s proprietary turmeric formulation, TurmiPure Gold, in supporting sports recovery after exercise. The patented ingredient is a natural turmeric formulation that addresses common challenges in turmeric applications in the dietary supplement market, such as high dosage requirements and poor solubility.
Food fortification demonstrates cost-effective solution to global malnutrition
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A comprehensive economic analysis of food fortification demonstrates it is a potential solution to global malnutrition and a cost-effective way to tackle hidden hunger in over 63 countries. Scientists from the Cochrane Collaboration, the Food Fortification Initiative, Emory University (US), and TechnoServe reviewed 56 studies, including 200 economic analyses across 63 countries, of which 40 were from low- and middle-income economies.
AstaReal AB launches vegan vitamin D3+K2 for bone, muscle & immune health
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AstaReal AB has introduced a vegan vitamin D3+K2 supplement made from lichen, a natural and sustainable alternative to the animal-derived lanolin. 
Sirio Pharma launches lutein soft chew for eye health at Expo West 2026
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At the ongoing Natural Products Expo West 2026 trade show, Sirio Pharma has launched a “first-in-market” soft chew lutein supplement. The product features the patented Lutemax 2020 extract from OmniActive Health Technologies, containing a combination of carotenoids backed by clinical studies. Lutemax 2020 contains all three nutritionally relevant macular carotenoids — lutein, PR-zeaxanthin, and RS (meso)-zeaxanthin — in a similar ratio to that found in the diet. These compounds concentrate in the human macular pigments to protect the retina from blue light-induced oxidative damage. 
Plant-based naming dispute: How the EU’s new rules could disrupt food marketing
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Yesterday saw an EU trilogue discussion about whether plant-based foods can use meat-related names on alternative F&B products — and the result is a mixed bag of bans and restrictions on certain terminology, which will have an impact on farmers, brands, and companies operating in the plant-based space.
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Nutrition Insight February in Review
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February in review: GLP-1 nutrition strategies, probiotic...
February’s highlights include accelerating innovations around GLP-1s, advancing gut microbiome research, growing scrutiny of infant formula safety, and ongoing debates over supplement quality, protein policies, and food reformulation. In our February review, Nutrition Insight features some of the month’s biggest stories, including how supplements can help bridge nutrition gaps related to GLP-1 use and rapid weight loss. In the UK, researchers identified gut microbes that could unlock next-generation probiotics, and we examined Novonesis’ biosolutions toolbox for healthier foods. 
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New microbiome tool: Gut bacteria cooperation vs....
Scientists have discovered a new way to differentiate healthy microbiomes from diseased ones, based on gut bacteria interactions. They coin this method as the Ecological Network Balance Index (ENBI), which assesses whether microbial communities are dominated by competition or cooperation. Nutrition Insight speaks with study author Martin Blaser, M.D., the director of Rutgers Health’s Center for Advanced Biotechnology and Medicine in the US, who says the metric shows potential links to nutrition, metabolic health, and disease resilience. 
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GLP-1 formulation: IFT on tailoring functional food and...
GLP-1 medications are progressing into the mainstream US market and redirecting formulation strategies toward complementary nutrient-dense food and beverage options. This emerging class of products is enhanced with functional ingredients such as specific fibers, bioactives, and micronutrients. These inclusions help sustain satiety, muscle mass, and long-term weight management to address consumers’ needs during rapid fat loss. As the new “appetite economy” takes hold, the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) highlights that brands are seeking practical strategies to anticipate market changes, enhance product appeal, and maintain regulatory compliance in a dynamic nutrition environment.

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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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Mood-enhancing ingredients Mar 2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that 34% of consumers globally have used supplements to enhance mood and emotional regulation, boosting supplement launches with mood health claims, which grew by 10% annually from 2021 to 2025. Growth in ingredients like alpha-GPC, Lactobacillus rhamnosus, and Bifidobacterium lactis, linked to the gut-brain axis, is also evident.

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Omega-3 supplement market trendsMar 2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that consumers are actively including omega-3 in their diets. It remains a steady performer in supplement innovation, but new product development is accelerating as sustainable, eco-friendly, and vegan omega-3 options begin making waves in the market. Most often, omega-3 supplements come in soft gel format, but there has been an increase in omega-3 capsule supplement launches.

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Expo West 2026 live: BioCell Technology’s clinically-backed collagen targets skin and joint health

Amir Vanderfox, global sales manager at BioCell Technology, tells us that BioCell Collagen contains a naturally occurring matrix of hyaluronic acid, type 2 collagen, and chondroitin sulfate. Seven human clinical trials showed that 1 g of BioCell Collagen provides skin benefits, including reduced...

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Expo West 2026 live: FrieslandCampina Ingredients innovations for athletics and GLP-1 support
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Kerry: BC30 brings gut health benefits cross-culture amid tight probiotic regulations
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