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Danone acquires UK meal replacement brand Huel in €1bn functional nutrition deal

The French consumer goods giant is expanding its functional nutrition portfolio with the purchase of Huel, the plant-based complete food brand backed by actor Idris Elba, as demand driven by health-conscious consumers and GLP-1 drug users accelerates

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Pure Ocean Algae launches Ireland's first cultivated red seaweed supplement range targeting hair and hormones

The West Cork marine biotechnology company has brought Ireland's first native red seaweed nutraceutical range to...

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Host Defense launches organic mushroom mycelium gummies with Lion's Mane and Stamets 7 formulas

The functional mushroom brand has introduced a new gummy supplement line featuring certified organic mushroom mycelium grown in Washington state

Myprotein extends Mars Wrigley partnership with launch of MARS Impact Whey Protein

Sports nutrition brand Myprotein has added a MARS-flavoured whey protein shake to its licensed confectionery range, to bring its classic chocolate, caramel and malt taste profile to high-performance, high-quality protein

Blue Helix Health to present NAD+ mitochondrial research at Copenhagen longevity conference

Mathias Ziegler, Professor of Biomedicine at the University of Bergen and CSO of Blue Helix Health, will present at the international NAD for Health conference in Copenhagen, as the company highlights clinical evidence behind its BluNADBooster ingredient

Unilever confirms talks with McCormick for Foods merger

The Hellmann's and Marmite owner is in discussions with the US spice maker about a potential all-stock deal that would reshape one of the world's largest consumer goods companies—and could mark Unilever's final retreat from food after nearly a century in the sector

Sonoran University launches clinical study into recurrent cold sores

The research will investigate the performance of a topical botanical formula against recurrent cold sores in adults

Brenntag opens Life Sciences Innovation & Application Center in Shanghai

The ingredients distributor has inaugurated a new innovation facility in Shanghai, offering formulation development and application testing capabilities for customers and suppliers across China and Hong Kong

Enhancing the nutritional value of everyday items: a case study using dragon fruit

Scientists at the National University of Singapore have found that incorporating a betacyanin-rich extract from red dragon fruit peel into bread at 0.75% fortification significantly increases antioxidant levels and slows starch digestion, while also offering a potential route to reducing food waste

Ingredion teams up with Holobiome for AI-driven food ingredient insights

The partnership, which follows on from a similar pairing between Ingredion and Shiru, will enhance the discovery of new ingredients that meet consumer demand for gut health benefits and additional functional properties

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Regulatory

FDA updates: Salmonella investigation in moringa leaf and gluten labelling

The agency has reported a Salmonella outbreak affecting 97 people across 32 US states linked to recalled moringa leaf powder supplements, while also extending its consultation on gluten ingredient disclosure requirements in packaged foods to 22 April 2026
Ingredients

JPL Flavours taps Kreglinger to distribute flavours across Europe

The independent British flavour house will use the Belgium-based distributor's two centuries of expertise in the European ingredients market to give European manufacturers access to JPL's custom flavour solutions, including top notes and masking/modulation technologies
Cognitive

Clinical trial finds Samriddh's B-Lit Bacopa cuts stress and boosts sleep quality within weeks

A study of 50 adults has shown that daily supplementation with B-Lit Bacopa significantly reduced perceived stress and increased total sleep time, alongside measurable reductions in cortisol levels
Finance

Icelandirect acquires SOMA LABS

Investment significantly expands dosage form manufacturing capabilities for human and pet supplement brands
Cardiovascular

Did you know? More cardioprotective benefits for vitamin K2 were confirmed in 2025

If ingredient research were a marathon, vitamin K2 would be leading the pack
Digestion

Poor gut health raises risk of early death or rehospitalisation in heart failure patients, study finds

University of Leicester researchers have developed a risk algorithm incorporating gut microbiome markers that can predict death or readmission in heart failure patients up to a year in advance, with unhealthy gut bacteria linked to an eight per cent higher risk of adverse outcomes
Active Nutrition

ESSNA welcomes animal-free whey innovator MilaK and supplement brand GoFitt as new members

The European Specialist Sports Nutrition Alliance has added UK biotechnology start-up MilaK and consumer supplement brand GoFitt to its membership as the sector navigates a period of significant regulatory change across Europe
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Packaging

Can-ification: aluminium’s role in circular packaging

Aluminium cans remain one of the most trusted solutions for sustainable beverage packaging, supported by well-established recycling systems in developed markets
Manufacturing

Vidya opens dedicated probiotic manufacturing facility in Florida with separate spore and non-spore operations

Biotics and botanicals manufacturer Vidya has inaugurated a 28,750-square-foot probiotic supplement facility in Florida, the first in North America to house spore-based and non-spore-based probiotic manufacturing in separate dedicated buildings
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Research & Development

The next plate: how emerging food technologies are set to redefine global nutrition

From precision fermentation to cell-cultivated proteins and edible insects, a new wave of food innovation is moving from laboratory to market—and regulators worldwide are racing to keep pace
Ingredients

Zeus Hygia launches Metaberine with 37-fold higher peak concentration than standard berberine

Zeus Hygia has introduced Metaberine, a bioavailability-enhanced berberine ingredient produced via a green aqueous process that demonstrated nine-times greater bioavailability and a 23% increase in GLP-1 secretion in a randomised controlled trial at a 200mg daily dose

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Activ’Inside responds to market demand with Signature Mushroom range

Showcasing full ingredient portfolio at SupplySide Connect, Booth 133

The longevity stack: Sabinsa's science-driven approach to healthy aging

Eight mechanistically grounded ingredients target major aging hallmarks from gut to neuron

Fermentalg obtains positive EFSA Opinion for its breakthrough acid stable natural blue, Galdieria Blue extract, accelerating European market access with Givaudan

After more than five years of rigorous scientific review, Fermentalg obtained a favourable safety opinion from the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) regarding its...

Healthy aging: implementing the Mediterranean diet in a single Marenostrum dose

Marenostrum by Natac represents a practical, credible approach to healthy aging, transforming one of the world’s most respected dietary models into a solution designed...

Laboratoire PYC bets on science and sensory differentiation to drive brand growth

At Vitafoods Europe 2026, French contract manufacturer Laboratoire PYC will present a portfolio of science-backed, clean-label innovations designed to help brands...
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The protein shift: navigating the new era of functional demand

Based on the company’s recent trend report, Kate Kehoe, Marketing Manager at FMCG Gurus, explores how protein’s shift from sports nutrition to everyday metabolic...

Why training is vital to optimise industrial steam systems

Specialist steam training helps engineering teams improve system performance, efficiency and safety while enabling more accurate specification, troubleshooting and...

New human study explores beetroot-derived ingredient TruBeet for supporting vascular function and circulation

Clinical research published in Food & Function investigates how standardised beetroot bioactives from TruBeet support endothelial responsiveness, arterial flexibility and...

A Thousand Plus campaign #HopeNeedsAHome earns global PRNEWS Purpose & Impact fundraising award

Award Presented to The 6AM Agency for Global Fundraising Campaign Supporting Wings of Hope

Molecular lipid architecture emerges as a new frontier in omega-3 nutrition

Clinical findings highlight how phospholipid-bonded omega-3 delivery may improve cardiometabolic biomarker outcomes

CJ BIO announced the publication of clinical research findings on its postbiotic ingredient, BiomeNrich POST SZ075, in an international peer-reviewed journal

The study strengthens the scientific foundation of the ingredient and supports its positioning as a science-based inner beauty solution

Kaneka Ubiquinol announces inaugural mitochondrial health category sponsorship at Vitafoods Europe 2026

Rising Global Demand for Cellular Health Support Fuels Mitochondrial Movement, as Global Experts, Healthcare Practitioners and Consumers Embrace Ubiquinol as Foundational...

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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,...

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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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Beyond thirst: why hydration supplements are booming and how to make a splash

As consumer interest in wellness grows, the boom in hydration supplements is reshaping how we think about staying healthy and meeting diverse lifestyle needs. Youyou Zhao, Head...

Company News

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
SkinBioTherapeutics appoints Rachel Parsonage as interim CEO Life science business focused on skin health names experienced beauty and wellness executive to stabilise operations and lead board transition
Saanroo (formerly Gencor) has opened its first office in Latin America, Mexico and expanded its global commercial team This expansion reflects Saanroo’s ongoing focus on long-term, regionally grounded growth and deeper collaboration with supplement manufacturers worldwide
Blueroot Health appoints Jay Schwartz as CEO as North Castle backs next phase of practitioner-focused growth Blueroot Health, a consumer health company focused on advancing long-term health and well-being for people and the planet, announces the appointment of Jay Schwartz as Chief...
Naturally Proud Network announces new board ahead of Expo West New leadership sets stage for growth and community engagement in 2026
Thorne appoints first chief supply chain officer Martin Gonzalez brings more than 25 years of global supply chain and operations experience to the wellness brand
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