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Exploiting the invisible agents of change

Exploiting the invisible agents of change

Having announced a new business strategy, Gnosis by Lesaffre, which uses micro-organisms to create solutions for human health and well-being, now offers a comprehensive and complementary portfolio of human health capabilities. Dr Kevin Robinson spoke to Philippe Caillat, Global Marketing Director, and Marc Philouze, General Manager, to find out more
Immune system boosters that pack a punch

Immune system boosters that pack a punch

Dietary fibre plays an important role in promoting a biodiverse intestinal microbiome, which, in turn, helps to support the immune system
The role of adaptogens in the prophylaxis and treatment of viral respiratory infections

The role of adaptogens in the prophylaxis and treatment of viral respiratory infections

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought new challenges to biomedical sciences, such as the development of effective therapeutics for the prevention and treatment of acute viral and stress-induced diseases. Adaptogens are a class of botanicals that offer promise in the prevention and adjunctive treatment of acute viral infections such as SARS-CoV-2
Optimising hydrolat extraction from aromatic plants

Optimising hydrolat extraction from aromatic plants

Maintaining the quality and naturalness of traditionally produced floral waters by stabilising them with modern green technology
Living better: supporting consumers with responsible product design and trend-driven supplement innovation

Living better: supporting consumers with responsible product design and trend-driven supplement innovation

Recent months have seen unprecedented disruption as people form new habits and the global agenda influences how many view health and nutrition, reports Stephane Vouche, Marketing Manager, Lonza Capsules & Health Ingredients
Manufacturing pressure accelerates move to fully formulated film coatings

Manufacturing pressure accelerates move to fully formulated film coatings

Why now is the right time to change to a leaner system, explains Colorcon's Dr Jason Teckoe, Technical Director, EMEA
Get set for the Vitafoods Virtual Expo and Summit

Get set for the Vitafoods Virtual Expo and Summit

On the eve of the new-style digital event, Dr Kevin Robinson caught up with Chris Lee, Managing Director, Health & Nutrition Network, Europe, at Informa Markets, to find out more
The food and beverage consumer of the future: nutraceuticals and sports nutrition

The food and beverage consumer of the future: nutraceuticals and sports nutrition

Natalie Drake and Chris Whiting, Category Managers at Synergy Flavours, predict how buying behaviours will evolve as a result of the global pandemic and its impact
Outsourcing firms adapt quickly to unprecedented demand during pandemic

Outsourcing firms adapt quickly to unprecedented demand during pandemic

As the UK entered lockdown in March, sales of immunity boosting products skyrocketed, with consumers seeking to improve their health in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. Rodney Steel, Chief Executive of the BCMPA, the association for contract manufacturing, packing, fulfilment and logistics, discovers how members have dealt with the demand and asks what the future holds for the nutraceutical industry
A world of opportunity: how plant-based omega-3s can help to shape a healthy, sustainable future for all

A world of opportunity: how plant-based omega-3s can help to shape a healthy, sustainable future for all

Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) omega-3 fatty acids are essential nutrients for overall health and well-being. However, despite the widespread and accepted health benefits of omega-3s, it is estimated that less than 20% of the world’s population consumes the recommended daily intake of 250 mg/d.<sup>1</sup> Cosimo Palumbo, Dietary Supplement Segment Lead, DSM Nutritional Products, reports
Overcoming the excipient challenge with a multifunctional filler-binder

Overcoming the excipient challenge with a multifunctional filler-binder

Dr Maj-Britt Cepok, Head of Business Development Pharma at BENEO, talks to Dr Kevin Robinson about trends in excipients and explains why the right filler-binder can make all the difference
Gut health and the inner defence system

Gut health and the inner defence system

Given the challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic, topics such as immunity and staying fit and healthy have all been brought even further to the front of consumers’ minds
Food for thought: how diet and supplementation can help fight dementia

Food for thought: how diet and supplementation can help fight dementia

Dr Morten Bryhn, Scientific Adviser at marine oil innovator, Epax, explains the potential of early intervention with omega-3 and carotenoids to help prevent the development of Alzheimer’s disease
Evaluating the uncertainty and future outlook of COVID-19

Evaluating the uncertainty and future outlook of COVID-19

Coronavirus is resulting in brands having to re-evaluate their strategies for 2020 and beyond, something that will have major implications when it comes to issues such as new product development, marketing and advertising campaigns
Successful marketing of medicinal cannabis and cannabis-derived products: part I

Successful marketing of medicinal cannabis and cannabis-derived products: part I

Barbara Siebertz, Senior Manager, Regulatory Affairs and Special Projects, and Ute Hegener, Director, Regulatory Affairs at PharmaLex, discuss the current legal and marketing situation in Europe
Reading and understanding vendor-supplied tablet drawings

Reading and understanding vendor-supplied tablet drawings

Understanding the tablet drawings supplied by tooling vendors is a meaningful way to learn more about your product, reports John Norman, Technical Service Representative, Natoli Engineering Company

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