23 Apr 2024 --- The Food Research and Action Center (FRAC) commends the recently announced changes to the US Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children... Read More

08 Mar 2024 --- Recent research from Ireland highlights the importance of addressing physical health to improve psychological well-being. It also indicates a notable link between a higher body mass index (BMI) and mental health... Read More

10 Feb 2023 --- The endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDC) phthalates – commonly known as “everywhere chemicals” – have shown the possibility of increasing the risk of developing diabetes in women, according... Read More

26 Jan 2023 --- Higher intake of fruits and vegetables and regular physical activity can play a vital role in protecting against human papillomavirus (HPV). HPV is a virus that can lead to the development of several types of... Read More

09 Jan 2023 --- Harvard researchers have used organ-on-chip technology to replicate the vaginal microbiome in vitro. The landmark innovation will be used as a preclinical model to develop treatments for bacterial... Read More

14 Jun 2024 --- Kaneka Nutrients celebrated 15 years of its flagship ingredient, Kaneka Ubiquinol, at the recent Vitafoods trade show. Filip Van hulle, general manager of Kaneka Nutrients Europe, underlined the ingredient’s achievements in product forms and scientific developments, recently moving into women’s health applications. For example, he highlighted a recent consumer study on 200 women, which found that the supplement alleviates menopausal symptoms, such as improving mood, sleep quality and skin health. 

04 Jun 2024 --- SuanNutra’s CEO Anthony Weston detailed that Vitafoods 2024 was the first time the company and its subsidiaries Monteloeder and Gonmisol presented under one umbrella. Weston highlighted that the company will focus more on science-backed ingredients and claims in the future, with additional R&D investments to advance SuanNutra’s existing offer and develop new products in women’s health and cognition. The company presented its latest formulations for sleep quality (RelaxPLX) and beauty-from-within (Zeropollution) at the show.

30 May 2024 --- At the recent Vitafoods trade show, ADM showcased its wide range of functional ingredients and product applications. Paula Limena, VP of global marketing, health & wellness at ADM, underscored that the women’s health category has expanded into products across all life stages. She detailed the company’s biotics’ offer to support different lifestyle changes, specifically focusing on helping women in menopause with symptoms such as sleep, hot flashes, brain fog, bone and skin health..

28 May 2024 --- With a global prevalence of two cases per 1,000 in neural tube defects and one in ten preterm births, dsm-firmenich is powering innovation for its algal-based life’s portfolio and an “all-form” formulation with up to 455 mg per g. We catch up with Despina Ioannides Black, global marketing manager Early Life Nutrition at dsm-firmenich ahead of the International Day of Action for Women’s Health to learn more about the best dosages for planning pregnancies and optimal fetal development during pregnancy.

14 May 2024 --- Miquel Bonachera and Sergi Audivert, founders and executive directors of AB-Biotics, highlight what to expect from the company at the ongoing Vitafoods Europe trade show (May 14–16). AB-Biotics is featuring its probiotic solutions for women’s health, sports nutrition and child nutrition at the show (#B100). Audivert details the latest clinical research on its Gyntima Menopause product to manage menopause symptoms. Bonachera teases the outcomes of a clinical trial with ultra-marathon runners, showing the potential for i3.1 probiotics to support their digestive issues in high-intensity sports.

05 Mar 2024 --- Explore the latest consumer trends shaping the industry, gain insights into the specific expectations women have from their supplements and uncover the fastest-growing subcategories. Powered by insights from Innova and the Industry Transparency Center. We will then provide an overview of the cutting-edge ingredients and nutritional science with speakers from ADM, Gnosis and KD Pharma. We will finish with ready-to-launch unique concepts that go beyond traditional pills, offering solutions that enable brand owners to stand out and succeed in the competitive women's health market.

16 Nov 2023 --- Many factors influence women's health at all stages, especially the impact of modern lifestyles. Healthy habits are the best way to avoid illness and prolong life, but supplementation is crucial to ensure all nutritional needs are met. Research supports the emerging role of folate in improving various health conditions in women. Quatrefolic® is the active folate that supports women in: 

Adolescence, representing a natural-oriented choice to improve mood The fertile period, being an essential nutrient for pre- and post-pregnancy (fertility and lactation) During menopause, reducing the symptoms and the health risks that may affect women 

Further, Quatrefolic® contributes to normal red blood formation reducing the risk of developing anemia, which is prevalent in women. Please join us for this exciting webinar where we will share the latest evidence-based insights highlighting the importance of folate intake for women's health. 

14 Jun 2023 --- Women’s Health has been recognised as one of the top 10 major health & nutrition trends in 2023 according to our KHNI research. Female-specific symptoms and diseases are numerous and widespread, yet our understanding of the female body is not comparable to what we know about men and there are many unmet needs in this space. Building credible scientific evidence based on female populations is a priority to develop products that meet the needs of women across multiple life stages. In this webinar our experts dive into the challenges and opportunities for innovation in women’s health market by answering questions such as: What are the unique health and nutritional needs of females throughout the various stages of life? What does the future of the women’s health market look like?

16 Mar 2023 --- According to data from the Council on Responsible Nutrition, 77% of consumers of dietary supplements are women!Astonishingly, the number of sports nutrition lines and products designed for and marketed specifically to female consumers is relatively small compared to the greater sports nutrition market. However, only 2.5% of sports nutrition products explicitly target women.Although sex-specific sports nutrition research falls far short of what is necessary, foundational female physiology combined with available dietary supplement evidence allows for a discussion of potential ingredients that may support active women and their goals. Active women require more female-focused research and unique formulations; they want performance enhancement, muscle strengthening, and workout recovery. Gencor’s branded ingredients HydroCurc, Levagen+, and LibiFem address these three areas and demonstrate efficacy in women.

17 Nov 2022 --- Hyaluronic acid (HA) has a strong foothold in the mobility and skin & beauty segments. But what is it about this ingredient that continues to attract formulators? And how can brands successfully stand out from the competition?Join Bioiberica to discover an HA solution with a difference. Our experts will spotlight Bioiberica’s patented HA matrix ingredient and the scientific evidence supporting its ability to power innovation across the dietary supplement and functional foods space for mobility and skin & beauty applications.