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Food is Medicine expert urges policymakers to advance nutrition interventions

Food is Medicine expert urges policymakers to advance nutrition interventions

At the Food is Medicine (FIM) Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill, US, the FIM Institute and stakeholders met with members of Congress to help advance the movement. The institute says there is a public demand for food and nutrition-based interventions, encouraging policymakers and healthcare providers to expand their implementation. Nutrition Insight discusses how the institute envisions expanding FIM policies with Ronit Ridberg, Ph.D., a research assistant professor at the FIM Institute at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University, US. 
Fueling our furry friends: Industry experts look at the future of pet nutrition
Fueling our furry friends: Industry experts look at the future of pet nutrition
The pet nutrition industry is growing and companies are innovating to meet consumer demands for supplements and ingredients that can increase their pets’ longevity, overall health, and quality of life. At the same time, consumers increasingly seek natural, sustainable, and plant-based offerings that drive innovation.
The science of longevity: dsm-firmenich talks healthy aging innovations
The science of longevity: dsm-firmenich talks healthy aging innovations
As the global population ages, demand for science-backed supplements and functional ingredients designed to support longevity, mobility, and overall well-being is increasing. Consumers are increasingly prioritizing proactive approaches to aging, seeking solutions that go beyond basic multivitamins to target cognitive health, muscle maintenance, and gut microbiome balance.
NPEW 2025: Aker BioMarine talks krill oil’s broad functionalities for sports and women’s health
NPEW 2025: Aker BioMarine talks krill oil’s broad functionalities for sports and women’s health

Matts Johansen, CEO of AkerBioMarine, presented the company’s krill oil applications for sports nutrition and women’s health as well as its skin hydration, heart wellness, prenatal care, weight management, and brain health benefits. He also details new research on the benefits of krill oil in weight management that is underway, alongside the company’s ongoing exploration of the anti-aging segment.

NPEW 2025 review: Top trends in healthier foods, functional beverages, and nutrition innovations
NPEW 2025 review: Top trends in healthier foods, functional beverages, and nutrition innovations
At Natural Products Expo West (NPEW) in Anaheim, California, US, the food and nutrition industries showcased their latest innovation in healthier food options, snacks, beverages, and supplements. Weight management, active nutrition, and products for gut, brain, mood, and women’s health took center stage. Exhibitors featured a wide selection of functional hydration, new delivery formats, low- or no-sugar foods, alt-dairy, fibers, and biotics. Protein reigned supreme, from plant-based options to whey, real meat, and eggs, across applications in sports bars, powder, snacks, pasta sauce, and clear drinks.
Humanizing pet nutrition: How demands for natural and functional solutions drive innovation
Humanizing pet nutrition: How demands for natural and functional solutions drive innovation
As consumer demand for targeted pet nutrition solutions continues to grow, ingredient producers and suppliers are innovating ingredients that offer sustainable, plant-based, and functional offerings. At the same time, the “humanization” of pet nutrition is creating opportunities for science-backed supplements.

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2025 Nutrition for Growth Summit to address global malnutrition crisis and funding shortfall
happy african girl receiving bowl of rice
Amid rising global malnutrition rates and significant funding shortfalls, France will host this year’s Nutrition for Growth (N4G) Summit (27–28 March). Held every four years, the summit faces financial uncertainty after key donors, including the US and the UK, withdrew their pledges. The previous summit raised US$27 billion, but ongoing conflicts and the global food crisis have made the fight against malnutrition even more pressing. 
Researchers want hospitals to use new AI nutrition prescriptions to improve preterm infant health
pre term baby in isolation
AI-powered IV nutrition recommendations may improve care for premature infants, save time, and reduce errors, according to a Stanford Medicine study. The research suggests that algorithms can read data from preemies’ electronic medical records to predict what and how much nutrients they would need.
Global Pet Expo: Wellness Pet Company unveils innovations targeting top health concerns
Cat and dog
Wellness Pet Company is exhibiting at Global Pet Expo in Orlando, Florida (March 26–28), with new nutrition offerings, including dry dog food recipes, dental treats, and “texture-rich” wet options for cats. Innova Market Insights’ data suggests a 21% annual growth in global pet food launches (2020–2024), with Europe leading at 50%. Digestive health topped product claims, followed by immune support, while prebiotic ingredient use continues to increase.
PharmaNutra’s patented delivery system recognized by WHO in treating iron deficiency
SiderAL iron supplements
PharmaNutra’s Sucrosomial Iron technology has been included in the recent WHO Guidelines titled “Guidance on implementing patient blood management to improve global blood health status.” The WHO guidance seeks to raise the efficiency of patient management to reduce the use of blood transfusions. It was presented as a practical guide to addressing global iron deficiency and anemia, blood loss, and coagulopathies with bleeding.
Danone’s Alpro announces UK investment to support switch to 100% British oats for plant-based drink
Danone, Alpro, British Oats, Plant-Based, Oat Drink
Danone-owned plant-based brand Alpro has announced a multi-million-pound investment in the UK to make its oat drink from 100% British oats for the first time. The company will source the oats directly from British farmers, with the aim of strengthening local farming and supporting its plant-based range. The investment will build on Alpro’s previous £41 million (US$52.9 million) investment in its site in Kettering, England, after which equipment to reduce energy consumption and slash CO2 emissions and water usage was installed.
The future of EU livestock transport: MEPs remain divided over welfare and economic reforms
Pigs in transport.

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Campaigners are calling for clarity following a recent debate among EU MEPs over amendments to the bloc’s animal transport policies. These policies determine how the meat industry can move livestock, dead or alive, throughout Europe and to foreign trading partners. Proposed changes to transport times and conditions, like temperatures and space allowances, were addressed but opinions about animal welfare issues are proving to be polarized.  MEPs tried to reach a consensus on legislative proposals put forward in a draft report published by the Agricultural and Transport Committees at the European Commission (EC). The report seeks to achieve welfare improvements without causing significant economic damage to food companies, which will be required to make logistical changes throughout their supply chains.  
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Pet nutritionMar2025

Innova Market Insights data reveals a 21% compound annual growth in global pet food launches between 2020 and 2024, with Europe accounting for half of total launches. Digestive/gut health was the top ...

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Eyesight health Mar 2025

Innova Market Insights data indicates a +3% average annual growth in supplements for eye health from 2020 to 2024, with ingredients like sunflower seed oil, zinc bis-glycinate, and alpha-tocopherol gaining popularity for their eye-supporting benefits.

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Mental health supportMar 2025

Innova Market Insights data indicates 14% year-over-year growth for brain-mood health claims in supplements from October 2022 to September 2024. Of these launches, 30% were botanical/herbal supplements.

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