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Survey finds six in ten UK shoppers willing to buy hybrid meat products if taste and price meet expectations

New research from Meatless has found strong UK appetite for hybrid meat products combining plant-based ingredients with real meat, with flexitarian consumers showing a clear preference for hybrid formats across sausages, mince and burgers

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TriNutra's ThymoQuin-OCare shows oral and gingival benefits in new study

The black seed-derived ingredient showed improvements in dental plaque accumulation and gingival bleeding through modulation of the microbiome in newly published research,...

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Study links sustained visceral fat reduction to slower brain atrophy and better cognitive function in midlife

A 16-year study has found that lower cumulative visceral fat is associated with preserved brain volume, hippocampal integrity and higher cognitive scores in late midlife

Study finds Probi's LP299V probiotic reduces gut inflammation in endurance runners

A new study of experienced runners has shown that four weeks of daily supplementation with LP299v significantly reduced exercise-induced gut inflammation and reduced kidney injury biomarkers following endurance races

Clinical trial finds Vidya's NūGensia Akkermansia muciniphila ingredient significantly reduces blood glucose in prediabetes

A trial using 60 adults with prediabetes has shown that daily supplementation with Vidya's NūGensia ingredient produced significant reductions in fasting and postprandial blood glucose, HbA1c and triglycerides, alongside improvements in body weight, BMI and waist circumference

Study identifies obakulactone as potential rheumatoid arthritis therapeutic

New research has shown that obakulactone, a natural triterpenoid, alleviates rheumatoid arthritis in animal models by promoting degradation of the ACOT1 enzyme, reducing levels of inflammatory markers

Research supports plant-based Ahiflower oil as sustainable marine omega-3 alternative

A new systematic review has concluded that stearidonic acid, an omega-3 found in Ahiflower oil, raises EPA levels more effectively than ALA-only sources and supports DHA turnover in the brain at comparable rates to DHA itself

Study finds Everwell Health's Lustriva reduces hair shedding in 70% of participants and boosts self-confidence

New research has shown that daily supplementation with Lustriva produced consistent improvements in hair appearance, including reduced shedding, thicker-looking hair and new growth
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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

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

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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

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
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Functional foods market insights: what really drives consumer purchasing decisions in Europe and beyond

A new review highlights how trust, health claims, product design and demographics shape global demand for functional foods — offering key insights for nutraceutical brands targeting European consumers

Natural Remedies wins 2026 Varro E. Tyler Commercial Investment in Phytomedicinal Research Award by the American Botanical Council

The award recognises the company's sustained commitment to clinical research across plants such as holy basil, turmeric, bacopa, andrographis and liquorice

Clinical trial shows Specialty Enzymes & Probiotics' Bactase Pet PB reduces plaque and gingivitis in dogs by up to 67%

The trial demonstrated twice-daily supplementation with Bactase Pet PB enzyme blend produced significant improvements in canine oral health, with reductions of 61-67% in plaque, gingivitis and bad breath compared to placebo

New study shows Sabinsa's Sabeet improves markers of muscle quality and neuromuscular performance in postmenopausal women

The clinical trial showed long-term supplementation with the nitrate-rich beetroot extract significantly improved key markers of muscle quality and neuromuscular performance in postmenopausal women, with potential usage in addressing age-related declines in muscle quality

Study finds Bimuno GOS reduces gut barrier damage and upper respiratory symptom duration in athletes

A six-week randomised trial has shown that daily supplementation with Clasado's Bimuno GOS prebiotic reduced a biomarker of gut barrier damage and cut the average duration of upper respiratory symptom episodes in male athletes

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

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

Clinical study suggests Balchem's K2VITAL supports post-exercise neuromuscular signalling in older adults

A clinical trial has found that 240 μg daily supplementation with K2VITAL improved neuromuscular signalling in adults aged 65 and above following resistance exercise

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PLT Health Solutions launches longevity research initiative

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A new evolution of Tocotrienols

A compelling study conducted by researchers at Tohoku University, Japan published in January 2026 revealed that tocotrienols are significantly more effective or 15 times...

LANDKIND Pure Salidroside trial included in new systematic review, meta-analysis

New clinical evidence supports Rhodiola rosea for performance and recovery, highlighting the bioactive compound salidroside supports mitochondrial function, energy...

Nutrisun reveals insight-driven concepts at Vitafoods

From consumer insights to ready‑to‑market solutions, Nutrisun helps brands launch faster with differentiated, premium supplements

Vitafoods Europe: Fucoidan to make prebiotic splash

Head to stand 3J227 where fucoidan specialist Marinova will be showcasing a new scientifically validated prebiotic

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...

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

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. Growth is now driven by speed, branding, and early market validation. Brands that...

Squalene study highlights metabolic health support potential

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

Lysoveta study shows brain delivery of EPA and DHA

Preclinical research demonstrates significant enrichment of EPA and DHA in brain tissue, highlighting potential for genotype-specific nutritional approaches in cognitive...

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