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Colours, cognition and sugar reduction: what's new ahead of IFT FIRST 2026?

As IFT FIRST approaches, exhibitors are showcasing innovations designed to address some of the food industry's biggest priorities, including clean-label colour, functional performance and reduced-sugar formulation

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Colours, cognition and sugar reduction: what's new ahead of IFT FIRST 2026?
Aloha Medicinals debuts functional mushroom collection FungiFuse

Aloha Medicinals debuts functional mushroom collection FungiFuse

The new line features soluble, neutral-flavoured mushroom ingredients designed to combat the functional food &...

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Probe Industries launches market-first odour elimination and enhancement technology for food and nutraceutical processing plant

Probe Industries launches market-first odour elimination and enhancement technology for food and nutraceutical processing plant

AiroVive builds on Probe Industries’ patented AiroPure technology, a non-hazardous, non-toxic and ISO14001-compliant solution that destroys odours and harmful compounds at the molecular level
Nara Organics recalls all US infant formula after FDA and CDC link product to botulism cases

Nara Organics recalls all US infant formula after FDA and CDC link product to botulism cases

Three infants were hospitalised across California, Washington and Pennsylvania following consumption of Nara Organics formula, prompting a voluntary nationwide recall from the supplier
Elysium Health launches Creatine+ combining creatine, HMB and urolithin A precursors for longevity

Elysium Health launches Creatine+ combining creatine, HMB and urolithin A precursors for longevity

The Stanford-advised 3-in-1 formulation targets age-related muscle decline, mitochondrial health and cognition, positioning creatine beyond sports performance and into the mainstream healthy ageing supplement market
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Sugar-free diets may disrupt gut microbiome and drive metabolic dysfunction, study finds

Sugar-free diets may disrupt gut microbiome and drive metabolic dysfunction, study finds

New preclinical research from the Dasman Diabetes Institute suggests complete sucrose elimination from low-fat diets could impair glucose control, promote insulin resistance and alter gut microbiota, raising questions for formulators targeting metabolic health
Natural red colour solutions are stepping up as Red Dye No. 40 scrutiny intensifies

Natural red colour solutions are stepping up as Red Dye No. 40 scrutiny intensifies

California Natural Color is positioning its plant-derived red colour portfolio as a high-performance clean label alternative for food and beverage manufacturers navigating the shift away from synthetic dyes
Pycnogenol: a powerful extracellular matrix activator for skin, joint, eye care and more (part II)

Pycnogenol: a powerful extracellular matrix activator for skin, joint, eye care and more (part II)

In part two of this article, Dr Franziska Weichmann, Manager of Scientific Communications and Product Development at Horphag Research, explores the beneficial effects of French maritime pine bark extract on joint health, enhanced cognitive function and as a solution for dry eyes
Nature Made leads US News 2026 OTC rankings with 12 No. 1 category wins

Nature Made leads US News 2026 OTC rankings with 12 No. 1 category wins

Pharmacist-backed vitamin brand tops stress relief, omega-3, vitamin D and nine further categories in annual US News & World Report survey of 357 US pharmacists and dermatologists
Haleon commits ₹2000 crore to first India manufacturing facility targeting oral health growth

Haleon commits ₹2000 crore to first India manufacturing facility targeting oral health growth

The greenfield Madhya Pradesh site, which will be operational by 2029-30, will serve domestic demand and Asian export markets, supporting Haleon's ambition to reach 300 million additional Indian consumers by 2030

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Glucosamine linked to 25% faster Alzheimer's progression in major new study

Glucosamine linked to 25% faster Alzheimer's progression in major new study

Research published in Nature Metabolism has associated the popular joint health supplement with accelerated cognitive decline, which raises urgent questions for formulators and brands in a multi-billion-dollar market
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Manufacturing
Escaping the outsourcing trap: why end-to-end traceability and owned infrastructure are the ultimate strategic assets in a fragile global market

Escaping the outsourcing trap: why end-to-end traceability and owned infrastructure are the ultimate strategic assets in a fragile global market

Kevin Soiseth, VP of Quality and Regulatory at Swanson Vitamins, discusses how supplement brands can regain control, reduce risk and ensure quality in a market where outsourcing has become a growing liability
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Cardiovascular
Study links Gnosis's MenaQ7 vitamin K2 to slower coronary artery calcification progression

Study links Gnosis's MenaQ7 vitamin K2 to slower coronary artery calcification progression

A two-year placebo-controlled study published in JAMA Cardiology found that Gnosis's MenaQ7 ingredient was associated with significantly lower progression of coronary artery calcification in patients with coronary artery disease, adding to the evidence base for MK-7 in cardiovascular health
Digestion
Evonik launches Ecobiol PRO with accelerated spore germination to cut poultry antibiotic use

Evonik launches Ecobiol PRO with accelerated spore germination to cut poultry antibiotic use

Optimised manufacturing delivers faster Bacillus velezensis activation in the small intestine — with broiler trials showing 50% better survival against C. perfringens versus standard market probiotics
Regulatory
EFSA lowers safety threshold for dioxin exposure

EFSA lowers safety threshold for dioxin exposure

The regulatory body stressed that dioxins and PCBs "continued to raise a health concern" and that the WHO's updated calculations for assessing the toxicity of the chemicals had led to the revised TWI
Ingredients
FDA approves bemotrizinol as first new sunscreen active ingredient in more than 20 years

FDA approves bemotrizinol as first new sunscreen active ingredient in more than 20 years

dsm-firmenich's PARSOL Shield — already established in Europe — gives US formulators a broad-spectrum, photostable chemical UV filter capable of blocking both UVA and UVB in a single ingredient
Cognitive
Kyowa Hakko and Wellex pair up to launch female-focused Creatine Well

Kyowa Hakko and Wellex pair up to launch female-focused Creatine Well

The duo debuted the precision-formulated product that combines Cognizin, Pürest Creatine and Sharp-PS Phosphatidylserine into a fully dissolvable, unflavoured powder targeted towards women's physiology and brain health
Ingredients
Pycnogenol: a powerful extracellular matrix activator for skin, joint, eye care and more (part I)

Pycnogenol: a powerful extracellular matrix activator for skin, joint, eye care and more (part I)

Part one of this article explores how Pycnogenol supports healthy ageing by enhancing the extracellular matrix to improve skin hydration, elasticity and wound healing
Active Nutrition
Barebells enters better-for-you confectionery with 95% sugar-reduced Soft Candy line

Barebells enters better-for-you confectionery with 95% sugar-reduced Soft Candy line

The functional nutrition brand's new Soft Candy range signals growing appetite for indulgent-format products engineered for low-sugar, low-calorie consumer demands
Finance
SPI Pharma completes Elementis Pharma acquisition to strengthen digestive health API portfolio

SPI Pharma completes Elementis Pharma acquisition to strengthen digestive health API portfolio

The deal adds a Ludwigshafen antacid API manufacturing site to SPI Pharma's network, expanding its gastrointestinal ingredients offer as consumer demand for gut health solutions accelerates globally
Packaging
Supergoop! founder launches WaterOuai! hydration brand with aluminium “SUPERCAN” packaging

Supergoop! founder launches WaterOuai! hydration brand with aluminium “SUPERCAN” packaging

WaterOuai!, founded by Supergoop! creator Holly Thaggard and Will Thaggard, is entering the wellness beverage market with a materials-focused hydration concept featuring aluminium packaging designed to reduce chemical exposure and support clean-label consumer trends

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What she needs, when she needs it: The women's health portfolio

What she needs, when she needs it: The women's health portfolio

Natac's women's health portfolio offers five evidence-based botanical formulas, each targeting distinct needs across the female lifecycle. From menstrual comfort and...
Euromed brings Mediterranean botanicals to Asia’s beauty-from-within and wellness market

Euromed brings Mediterranean botanicals to Asia’s beauty-from-within and wellness market

Clinically proven pomegranate and persimmon extracts target skin health, healthy ageing and weight management trends at Vitafoods Asia 2026
Palatinose supports stable energy supply in ultra-endurance athletes

Palatinose supports stable energy supply in ultra-endurance athletes

New study shows Palatinose enhances fat oxidation and glucose stability without compromising performance
Phynova launches expert-led podcast to address growing knowledge gap in metabolic health - Take it with a grain of sugar

Phynova launches expert-led podcast to address growing knowledge gap in metabolic health - Take it with a grain of sugar

New educational podcast brings together leading experts in metabolic health, nutrition science, healthcare, food & beverage and more to help consumers and industry...
Successful Food Matters Live London sets the platform for expanded UK and European programme in 2027

Successful Food Matters Live London sets the platform for expanded UK and European programme in 2027

Following the success of its first London edition at Olympia, Food Matters Live confirms plans for a larger London event in Olympia’s National Hall in June 2027 and the...
From podium to pavement: how nitric oxide nutrition is powering the rise of the everyday athlete

From podium to pavement: how nitric oxide nutrition is powering the rise of the everyday athlete

In a world where cardiovascular disease remains a leading concern, interventions that improve vascular health are no longer optional—they are strategic. Natural nitrate...
Aker BioMarine launches Vitality Month 2026: “Active Body, Active Mind” event series to unite global health & wellness leaders

Aker BioMarine launches Vitality Month 2026: “Active Body, Active Mind” event series to unite global health & wellness leaders

Aker BioMarine is proud to announce the return of Vitality Month for its second edition, an international event series bringing together experts, brands, and innovators...
Mental wellness: the expanding frontier of preventive health

Mental wellness: the expanding frontier of preventive health

As emotional wellbeing becomes a key pillar of long-term health, science is uncovering how targeted nutritional solutions such as Safr’inside™ may help support stress...
A modern wellness challenge: When stress, sleep, and mental well-being intersect

A modern wellness challenge: When stress, sleep, and mental well-being intersect

Mental well-being starts with recovery. Explore the connection between stress, sleep quality, and the role of clinically backed Ocitum in supporting daily wellness
Indena Phytosome®, the original multi-talented technology platform that enhances the power of natural and botanical nutrients

Indena Phytosome®, the original multi-talented technology platform that enhances the power of natural and botanical nutrients

Natural ingredients have great potential for human wellbeing. Their beneficial effects are well known since centuries, through the traditional medicines, and have also...
PLT Health Solutions partners with Alethios to help consumer brands generate clinical validation of finished formulations

PLT Health Solutions partners with Alethios to help consumer brands generate clinical validation of finished formulations

New collaboration elevates PLT’s capability as a science-driven commercialisation partner, giving customers access to faster, scalable clinical research designed to...
Advanced capsule technology improves digestive enzyme delivery

Advanced capsule technology improves digestive enzyme delivery

Peer-reviewed study shows Licaps DUOCAP technology delivers up to four times higher enzyme activity in the upper small intestine

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Natac is a company dedicated to investigating, developing, and sustainably manufacturing plant extracts and ingredients of natural origin. Our mission is to grant the... Euromed is a leading producer of premium standardized herbal extracts and natural active substances for pharmaceutical, nutraceutical and cosmetic industries to support health... BENEO's functional ingredients are derived from the natural sources chicory root, sugar beet rice and wheat. Providing nutritional and technical benefits, they help food... Saanroo (formerly Gencor) and its global partners supply branded, clinically researched botanicals and other ingredients designed to support the evolving needs of human health...
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Gnosis by Lesaffre raises women’s health

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

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

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...
Unlock nutraceutical potential with the OMNIgene•GUT device

Unlock nutraceutical potential with the OMNIgene•GUT device

Are you advancing nutraceutical innovation with the gut microbiome? Access the potential of your nutraceuticals with the OMNIgene™•GUT device

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Father of Ubiquinol Research to headline Global Mitochondrial Health Summit Internationally respected Japanese scientist Dr Kazunori Hosoe — widely regarded as the "Father of Ubiquinol Research" — is set to address healthcare professionals at the...
Saanroo strengthens executive leadership team with appointment of Bhargav Srinivasan as CFO Saanroo, a global leader in science-driven wellness ingredients, today announced the appointment of Bhargav Srinivasan as Chief Financial Officer, further strengthening the...
Andrea Benson promoted to president of Puresource Corp. NOW Health Group announced today that Andrea Benson has been promoted to President of Puresource Corp.
Bharadhwaj ‘Bharat’ Ramamoorthy takes charge at BGG Europe and International Division amid global growth plans BGG Group has named Bharadhwaj ‘Bharat’ Ramamoorthy as the new CEO of BGG Europe and Head of the International Division. He succeeds Jürgen Nelis, who steps into the role...
Specialty Nutrition names Alejandra Gratson Managing Partner Strengthening innovation and commercialisation leadership
Women In Nutraceuticals announces 2026 board election results and 2026 Heroine Award WIN bolsters board and celebrates exceptional contribution with Heroine Award
NXT USA strengthens innovation engine with addition of industry veteran Eric Withee, MS Edison, New Jersey (April 20, 2026) — NXT USA, a fast-rising supplier of clinically validated, branded nutraceutical ingredients, today announced the appointment of Eric...
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
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World of Plant Extracts Expo 2026

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

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2–4 September 2026 | Exhibition | Bangkok

CPHI Milan

6–8 October 2026 | Exhibition | Fiera Milano, Italy

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