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Erinacine A leads lion’s mane category shift from nootropic to healthy brain aging

Nutrition Insight Jun 24, 2026 | 11:32 am

Real Mushrooms positions erinacine A as a long-term ingredient for healthy brain aging and cognitive resilience, rather than a traditional brain booster. This bioactive compound, sourced exclusively from lion’s mane mycelium, requires standardization in finished products to support its science-backed[…]

AGRANA webinar preview: Why functional F&B must deliver enjoyment

Food Ingredients First Jun 24, 2026 | 09:27 am

Functional F&B innovation has moved firmly into the mainstream. Consumers are looking for products that support gut health, energy, immunity, hydration, healthy aging, and emotional well-being — and brands are responding with a steady pipeline of new launches. But as[…]

UK deforestation rules raise traceability stakes for food ingredient suppliers

Food Ingredients First Jun 24, 2026 | 09:22 am

The UK government is preparing mandatory due diligence rules to prevent food and consumer goods sold in the UK from being linked to illegal deforestation. The move could reshape sourcing expectations for ingredient suppliers handling cocoa, coffee, soy, palm oil,[…]

NOW adopts LeafWorks’ DNA sequencing platform for botanical identity testing

Nutrition Insight Jun 24, 2026 | 09:11 am

NOW Health Group has advanced its botanical identity testing program by partnering with LeafWorks, a genomics company developing commercial DNA testing services for natural products. The supplement brand will use these services to verify botanical ingredients across complex formulations while[…]

Functional beverages: Balancing taste, science and scale as consumers demand “more per sip”

Food Ingredients First Jun 24, 2026 | 08:25 am

Functional beverages are increasingly expanding beyond wellness claims, with consumers demanding hydration, energy, protein, and gut health benefits from drinks — seeking “more per sip.” For beverage manufacturers, maintaining taste while keeping labels simple remains an ongoing challenge.

Pilot study links One.bio oat fiber to metabolic, gut and mental health benefits

Nutrition Insight Jun 24, 2026 | 07:21 am

A 14-day pilot study on One.bio’s oat fiber reveals that the ingredient is a well-tolerated and functional source of fiber with benefits in metabolic, digestive, and mental health. Matt Amicucci, Ph.D., co-founder and chief science officer of One.bio, tells Nutrition Insight[…]

Monteloeder’s RelaxPLX sleep support claims approved in Canada and South Korea

Nutrition Insight Jun 24, 2026 | 04:00 am

Monteloeder by SuanNutra’s RelaxPLX lemon verbena (Aloysia citrodora) ingredient has received individual license approval for its sleep quality support claim by South Korea’s Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS). It has also been approved by Health Canada Product License for[…]

IFF targets plant-based gummy texture gap with pectin-carrageenan stabilizer launch

Food Ingredients First Jun 23, 2026 | 13:24 pm

IFF (International Flavors & Fragrances) has launched Danisco Grindsted DuoGel in EMEA, positioning the stabilizer system as a solution to one of plant-based confectionery’s persistent technical challenges: achieving the juicy, chewy bite consumers associate with traditional gelatin-based gummies.

Gattefossé Opens New Facilities in Mumbai, India

Nutraceuticals World - Breaking News Nov 26, 2024 | 20:22 pm

The new locations will expand the company’s production and distribution reach globally.

TSI Group Unveils myHMB + Vitamin D Logo

Nutraceuticals World - Breaking News Nov 26, 2024 | 19:55 pm

The new emblem comes on the heels of new research demonstrating a synergistic effect between the two ingredients for muscle health in older adults.

Indena to Showcase Metabolic, Brain Health Solutions at In-Vitality 2024

Nutraceuticals World - Breaking News Nov 26, 2024 | 19:34 pm

The Italian botanical specialist will spotlight several ingredients at the European trade event.

Baker Dillon Group Enters Into Affiliation with Japan-Based PTG, Inc.

Nutraceuticals World - Breaking News Nov 26, 2024 | 17:07 pm

Under the affiliation, Baker Dillon Group will offer its services to Japanese health and food companies seeking to enter the U.S. marketplace.