27 Aug 2020 --- Vitamin C may be the key to maintaining muscle mass for older ages according to new UK research. The study found that older people who eat plenty of vitamin C – commonly found in citrus fruits, berries and... Read More

26 Aug 2020 --- With consumers paying more attention to labels than ever before, health claims present a lucrative way for companies to set themselves apart. Immunity and gut health are particularly strong areas of growth, but... Read More

21 Aug 2020 --- Umeken, a US-Japanese health foods manufacturer, has launched three new offerings, addressing a range of needs from heart health and liver function to immunity. The company states that these “more economical... Read More

06 Jul 2020 --- There is little evidence that vitamin, mineral and fish oil supplements protect against non-communicable diseases (NCD) despite increasing purchases from healthy people. This is according to an analysis published... Read More

25 Jun 2020 --- Effervescent curcumin will now be available to consumers in the form of Holland & Barrett’s Vitaboost Turmeric. The product contains Pharmako Biotechnologies’ HydroCurc for joint health, as well as... Read More

07 Apr 2020 --- At Nutraceuticals Europe, held in Madrid, Spain, Ettore Giacobbe of Lehvoss, discussed how people are living increasingly busy lives. Unhealthy diets mean that microbiomes may suffer, providing an opportunity for probiotics to right the balance. Another major topic is immune health, with long-standing ingredients such as vitamin C getting a new lease on life as COVID-19 continues to spread.  

06 Dec 2018 --- Nexira launched a baobab product as the company’s latest superfruit. “It combines well with other Nexira’s superfruits thanks to its antioxidant properties and high nutrient content. Organic certified and sustainably harvested in Africa this new ingredient will be a perfect source of inspiration for your new product developments,” the company writes. The baobab superfruit has been enjoying an NPD resurgence, boosted by renewed interest in the digestive health and low GI space, as well its strong potential for use in the sports nutrition market. Baobab – which is touted as offering low GI appeal, a high dietary fiber content and for being rich in vitamin C – has seen annual growth of 53 percent in NPD, according to Innova Market Insights data.

06 Nov 2017 --- Divas Drink International, A.S. has launched Functional Melon Drink Hydrate+ Hyaluronic Acid, a non-alcoholic beverage with melon juice and fruit juices, with added hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid is one of the building blocks of the skin, it binds water and by that hydrates the skin. It also helps to remove cell waste and create new cells. Melon is a source of vitamins, minerals and trace elements. It contains a high amount of vitamin C which we need to stimulate immunity and overall physical and mental fitness. This drink is very rich in vitamin A, which reduces the formation of blood clots, improves iron uptake and promotes collagen production, preventing the formation of wrinkles and varicose veins. The antioxidant lycopene helps the body fight free radicals, protecting it from cancer. Important is also the vitamin B content in the drink, which is necessary for the proper functioning of the heart and liver. It supports good sleep and weight loss and lowers blood sugar.

22 May 2017 --- Environmental regulation policy in a region of China responsible for a vast percentage of vitamin C production has led to a crippling of supply and a subsequent surge in prices. Dennis Rijnders of DSM discusses the current industry challenges.