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Kaneka Ubiquinol becomes inaugural Mitochondrial Health Category Sponsor at Vitafoods Europe 2026

The company will launch a three-day Kaneka Mitochondrial Innovation Forum at its pavilion, featuring internationally recognised experts in cellular energy, healthy ageing and women's health

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After Ozempic: how GLP-1s are reshaping gut health innovation

What happens when a simple injection or pill rewires the concept of appetite for millions? Welcome to the “Ozempic...

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Gnosis by Lesaffre raises women’s health

Women face unique health challenges that require specialised attention. Gnosis actively examines the market for real-life insights, influencing an impactful portfolio that puts women’s wellness at the forefront
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GLP-1 drugs are reshaping nutrition, beauty and foodservice — and Gen Z is leading the way

New Acosta Group research reveals a powerful halo effect beyond weight loss, with GLP-1 users driving demand for high-protein foods, targeted personal care products and nutrient-dense restaurant menus

Burcon NutraScience achieves record plant protein output and expands to more than 20 buying customers

The company has reported a 40% increase in average daily production output and growth to more than 20 buying customers across beverage, nutrition and food applications, as it evaluates additional capacity expansion with manufacturing partner RE ProMan

New study validates Givaudan's Zensera lemon balm extract for cognitive performance under stress

The study showed that Givaudan's Zensera lemon balm extract supported improved cognitive performance on demanding tasks for at least five hours after consumption, with gains linked to increased calmness and contentment

Pharmactive launches Kyoh rocket leaf extract for hair follicle support at Vitafoods Europe

The nutra brand is entering the beauty-from-within space with Kyoh, an Eruca sativa extract, that has demonstrated stimulation of dermal papilla cell activity and modulation of hair growth-related genes in preclinical research

Study finds OmniActive's Capsimax boosts natural GLP-1 levels by 13%

A clinical study has shown that seven days of supplementation with 100 mg of Capsimax, OmniActive's branded capsicum extract, increased GLP-1 levels by approximately 13% and raised resting energy expenditure by more than 120 kcal per day

First fMRI study shows Balchem's VitaCholine improves brain network efficiency in post-menopausal women

A study published in Nutrients has used functional MRI scanning to demonstrate for the first time that choline supplementation significantly increased functional connectivity within the working memory network of post-menopausal women

SternLife unveils women's health powders, sparkling fibre drink and fruity protein bars at PLMA 2026

The company will present three private label concepts at the World of Private Label Trade Show in Amsterdam, including life-stage-specific women's supplement powders, a lightly sparkling gut health drink and protein bars with a vegan coating

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Regulatory

Niagen Bioscience pairs up with USP to establish first quality standard for nicotinamide riboside chloride

The first United States Pharmacopeia monograph for Nicotinamide Riboside Chloride has been published, establishing a formal quality benchmark for NR supplements that covers identity, purity, potency and contaminant limits
Ingredients

World-first cell-cultured cocoa butter powers breakthrough milk chocolate with identical taste and melt

Celleste Bio unveils the first milk chocolate made using cell suspension-grown cocoa butter, matching conventional sensory performance and marking a major step towards scalable, climate-resilient chocolate production
Cognitive

Clinical study finds TriNutra's ThymoQuin reduces cortisol and improves sleep quality in stressed adults

An eight-week trial has shown that TriNutra's patented ThymoQuin ingredient significantly improved multiple markers of stress resilience in moderately stressed adults, including enhanced sleep quality and vigour
Finance

Symrise invests in Bond Pet Foods to scale precision-fermented proteins for sustainable pet nutrition

Strategic equity deal gives Symrise access to animal-identical proteins via precision fermentation, accelerating next-gen, sustainable pet food ingredients while strengthening supply chain resilience and performance
Cardiovascular

New report supports olive leaf polyphenol extract Olecol as alternative to Monacolin K for lipid management

A narrative review has found that olive leaf polyphenols can beneficially modulate cholesterol and vascular function, positioning Olecol as a clinically validated option for consumers seeking alternatives to red yeast rice following regulatory restrictions on Monacolin K
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Digestion

Probiotics for healthy longevity: matching microbial strategies to individual ageing profiles (part II)

Personalised, mechanism-targeted probiotic strategies that align with individual ageing profiles offer a more effective approach to healthy longevity than generic microbiome replenishment
Active Nutrition

Prinova to showcase marine collagen, gut health and clear pea protein beverage concepts at Vitafoods Europe

The company will present a range of everyday wellness beverage concepts at Vitafoods Europe 2026, spanning women's health, digestive support and plant-based protein, alongside its clinically supported hesperidin ingredient CITRAPEAK for pre-workout performance
Packaging

NOW and rePurpose Global join forces to combat ocean plastic pollution

The pair are aiming to remove more than 600,000 pounds of ocean-bound plastic before the end of 2028, which is NOW's 60th anniversary year
Manufacturing

RIBUS launches Nu-FILL plant-based excipient as organic-certified alternative to microcrystalline cellulose

The firm has expanded production of Nu-FILL, a rice hull and rice bran-based excipient designed to replace microcrystalline cellulose in tablets, capsules and stick packs, offering supplement manufacturers a clean label and certified organic-compatible filler with comparable flow and compressibility performance
Research & Development

New study supports steamed ginger for weight loss

3H LABS is launching a new high-concentration steamed ginger extract at Vitafoods Europe that is now backed by a new study showing improvements in cholesterol levels and reductions in body fat and total weight
Ingredients

IMCD to showcase science-backed nutraceutical concepts at Vitafoods Europe 2026

IMCD will present its “Build a Better You” campaign at Vitafoods Europe 2026, highlighting ingredient-driven concepts targeting strength, longevity and cognitive health, alongside a sensory-led formulation experience

Sponsor content

Discover KLK OLEO’s Science-Led Innovations at Vitafoods Europe 2026

Join KLK OLEO at Vitafoods Europe (Booth 3D240) to discover the full health potential of every bioactive ingredient

Reformulated testosterone optimisation product is powered by four human clinical studies, delivering enhanced strength, energy and focus

PLT Health Solutions, Inc. announced that Jocko Fuel (Jay, Maine, USA), the performance nutrition brand founded by retired Navy SEAL officer Jocko Willink, is launching...

Carob breakthrough: new clinical data in prediabetes unveiled at Vitafoods Barcelona

Planttech Biotechnology brings together leading researchers and industry participants for a private symposium focused on the scientific and commercial potential of...

Micropore launches launches integrated emulsification system to deliver scalable precision particle engineering for industrial encapsulation services

Micropore Technologies Ltd, a leading engineering company specialising in Advanced Crossflow (AXF) emulsification technology for formulation and encapsulation...

Divi’s Nutraceuticals celebrates its 20th anniversary at Vitafoods Europe 2026

At Vitafoods Europe 2026, Divi’s proudly marks its 20th anniversary, celebrating two decades of excellence in quality, reliability, innovation and partnership

Indena exhibits solutions for complex molecule manufacturing and next-generation CDMO services at CPHI Japan 2026

The Italian global leader highlights advanced modalities, high-potency expertise, and strategic collaborations for life-saving therapies

New Everwell Health campaign highlights rising consumer demand for mobility support

Infographic and white paper emphasise mobility as a balanced system beyond joint health alone—and the Everwell Health ingredients that help keep life in motion

Vitafoods Europe unveils programme to help industry navigate the sector’s most disruptive trends

The programme features over 100 expert speakers from across the nutraceutical sector, including Professor Tim Spector OBE as keynote speaker at the Future of Nutrition...

The new rules of building a supplement brand in 2026

Success in the supplement industry is no longer defined by complex formulations alone. Speed, branding, and early market validation now drive growth. Brands that launch...

Squalene study highlights metabolic health support potential

Research indicates multi-target benefits for glucose regulation, lipid balance and cellular health

Lonza Capsugel to Launch UC-FLEX Collagen Blend for Pet Food at Interzoo 2026

Lonza Capsugel is launching UC-FLEX collagen blend, a premium formulation for pet food that combines UC-II undenatured type II collagen with calcium carbonate, to deliver...

Women’s health innovation: from lifecycle needs to BloomEase

Nexira introduces BloomEase, a science-backed botanicals and marine magnesium solution supporting premenstrual syndrome and women’s well-being

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KLK OLEO is a global player in oleochemicals and phytonutrients, offering an array of high quality, natural and sustainable products. We supply dietary supplement, bioactives... PLT Health Solutions is a discoverer, developer, and marketer of high-quality, scientifically-supported ingredient solutions for the natural products, food and beverage and... Gnosis by Lesaffre, a business unit of Lesaffre, is a world expert in yeast, bacteria and pure molecule from fermentation, dedicated to human health and nutrition. PhytoGaia delivers clean, clinically researched palm phytonutrients, including our branded tocotrienols (TocoGaia™), mixed-carotene (CaroGaia™) and plant squalene...
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Gnosis by Lesaffre raises women’s health

Women face unique health challenges that require specialised attention. Gnosis actively examines the market for real-life insights, influencing an impactful portfolio that puts...

Proof over promise: the value of third-party verification for supplement manufacturers

Although there are more than 100,000 vitamins and dietary supplements on the market, product quality can vary depending on many factors, including the ingredients they contain,...

The next wave of nutra: inside the industry’s breakneck evolution

Although I won’t be marauding the aisles of Fi Europe this year, I’ve been trawling the NBR website to take the pulse of the industry and review the innovations shaping the...

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Company News

Yakult appoints Shinji Yamaguchi as Managing Director of Yakult UK and Ireland The probiotic expert announced the replacement of former MD Hiroaki Yoshimura, as the gut health category experiences rapid growth and innovation
Clasado appoints Sebastian Nummelin as new APAC Regional Director Clasado Biosciences has appointed Sebastian Nummelin as APAC Regional Director. The move strengthens its commercial presence in the Asia-Pacific market as demand for...
Vitaquest International appoints Chief Executive Officer Tim Condron brings deep operational expertise and commercial leadership to drive continued growth
Sabinsa appoints Chief Operating Officer The promotion of Madhu Subramanian coincides with the beginning of his 34th year with the Sami-Sabinsa Group
Barentz appoints Sebastian Jakob as VP Human Nutrition EMEA The appointment establishes a single point of leadership for the Human Nutrition business in EMEA, strengthening alignment and the division’s commercial agenda
Novella names Antonio Martinez Descalzo as CEO to Lead Expansion The biotech and nutrition veteran will lead the start-up’s transition from its intensive R&D phase toward full-scale commercial operation
Vantage Nutrition appoints Croft Hollingsworth as site director Vantage Nutrition appoints Croft Hollingsworth as site director to support growth in North America
AIDP founder Edward Lee passes away Dr Jennifer Gu assumes CEO role as AIDP and Threotech commit to continuing his legacy of innovation and integrity
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Vitafoods Europe

5–7 May 2026 | Exhibition | Barcelona

Food Matters Live - London

3–4 June 2026 | Conference/Exhibition | London, UK

World of Plant Extracts Expo 2026

24–26 August 2026 | Exhibition | Xi'an, China

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