Prinova explores how GLP-1 drugs drive demand for protein and gut health in hydration
The range of functional beverages is expanding as new demands appear in the market. GLP-1 drugs are growing in popularity and influencing how supplemental nutrition is moving from foods and snacks...
Plastic in focus: Multiple studies confirm health harm from food packaging
Research from Earth Action has quantified the amount of microplastics coming from packaging into food and drinks to 1,000 metric tons annually. The microplastics are released from the food packaging...
The Cycle launches functional beverages to support women’s hormonal health
Ready-to-drink beverage brand The Cycle is launching hydration blends tailored to women’s different stages in the menstrual cycle. The Peri Comfort and Meno Comfort drinks are expanding on the...
Study finds keto diet improves beta-cell function in type 2 diabetes
A study has found that the keto diet may improve beta-cell function in type 2 diabetics by reducing beta-cell stress. The findings suggest that people following the high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet...
Next-gen hydration: Functional beverages tap into holistic health
Hydration has evolved from simply drinking to quench thirst to a holistic health approach. Functional beverages formulated to optimize cognitive health, sports performance, and beauty are emerging as...
Government trust drives healthy premium food choices, study finds
US research has found that the FDA’s “healthy” food labels increase consumers’ selection of healthy foods and snacks and their willingness to pay when the trust in government is high. The FDA updated...
Greenvit will introduce gut and metabolic health nutraceutical at Vitafoods Europe 2026
Greenvit will debut its Aronvit gut health nutraceutical at Vitafoods Europe (May 5–7) in Barcelona, Spain. Research has shown prebiotic effects from aronia berry polyphenols, as well as a dual...
Fructose drives chronic disease and metabolic syndrome, review finds
A review has found that fructose has underestimated metabolic effects that may cause obesity, weight gain, and metabolic syndrome. The researchers found that while common dietary sweeteners contain...
