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“Hidden health capital”: Danone exec on leveraging gut microbiome research advances
“Hidden health capital”: Danone exec on leveraging gut microbiome research advances
Amid a growing consumer awareness of gut health and the microbiome, Danone recently opened its OneBiome Lab to expand research for future innovations. We explore scientific advances, research gaps, and biotic product development with Danone’s chief research and innovation officer. Isabelle Esser tells Nutrition Insight that the microbiome has become a “hidden health capital.” 
Science meets performance: Active nutrition evolves with clinically tested ingredients
Science meets performance: Active nutrition evolves with clinically tested ingredients
Scientific validation is becoming a key driver in the nutrition industry, as brands increasingly rely on clinical research to prove ingredient efficacy and meet consumer demand for evidence-based health solutions. Nutrition Insight continues the conversation with Balchem Human Nutrition and Health, Bioiberica, Cosun Protein, FrieslandCampina Ingredients, Gnosis by Lesaffre, HTBA, Lactalis Ingredients, Sensus, and Sirio Europe. We previously looked at how active nutrition has expanded beyond elite athletes and appeals to everyday health-conscious consumers. 
Scientists rally WHO to correct colonial-era bias equating coca to cocaine
Scientists rally WHO to correct colonial-era bias equating coca to cocaine
Scientists are urging the WHO to remove coca leaf from the list of Schedule I substances under the 1961 Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs. Their new study underscores that doing so would eliminate research bias and create sustainable economic opportunities in rural regions. 
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Adapting Appetites - Scientific and Industry Perspectives on the Rise of GLP-1 Medications
Adapting Appetites - Scientific and Industry Perspectives on the Rise of GLP-1 Medications
As the adoption of GLP-1 Receptor Agonists (GLP-1 RAs) rapidly accelerates, the food and beverage industry stands at the threshold of significant transformation. These breakthrough medications are reshaping not only individual health journeys but also consumer preferences and expectations. In response, manufacturers, product innovators, and nutrition professionals are urgently re-examining how to support evolving dietary patterns, nutritional needs, and purchasing behaviours. 
Vitafoods Asia 2025: Sirio Pharma powers gummy supplements for beauty and sports
Vitafoods Asia 2025: Sirio Pharma powers gummy supplements for beauty and sports

Sirio Pharma’s general manager, Alex Du, discusses PuraColla, a gummy with 1,500 mg of collagen — the highest dose in a single gummy industry-wide — supporting skin hydration, elasticity, and beauty. He also spotlights Extra Gummy, with 1,500 mg of creatine, also the industry’s highest dose in a gummy, designed for sports nutrition. Du notes gummies are the fastest-growing format globally while being delicious and effective.

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Maternal health milestone: California mandates toxic metal testing in...
Maternal health milestone: California mandates toxic metal testing in supplements
The non-profit organization, the Environmental Working Group (EWG), touts Governor Gavin Newsom’s signing of SB 646, a law that requires manufacturers of prenatal multivitamins to test for and publicly disclose levels of toxic heavy metals, including lead, arsenic, cadmium, and mercury.
High levels of lead detected in popular US protein powders
High levels of lead detected in popular US protein powders
Consumer Reports (CR) is warning that protein powders and shakes may contain high lead levels at unsafe concentrations. Its new study examined 23 products from popular US brands, over two-thirds of which contained heavy metals. 
Flush away chronic constipation with magnesium oxide, kiwifruits and psyllium
Flush away chronic constipation with magnesium oxide, kiwifruits and psyllium
Researchers at King’s College London, UK, have published the “first-ever” evidence-based dietary guidelines for adults with chronic constipation. It includes kiwifruits, rye bread, high-mineral-content water, and supplements like psyllium fiber, magnesium oxide, and certain probiotic strains. 
Roquette to debut expanded excipient portfolio at CPHI 2025
Roquette to debut expanded excipient portfolio at CPHI 2025
For the first time since completing the acquisition of IIF Pharma Solutions, Roquette will showcase its unified portfolio and strategic vision at the upcoming CPHI trade show (October 28–30).  The company will present its expanded portfolio in excipients, capsules, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), drug delivery technologies, biopharmaceuticals, and nutraceuticals in Frankfurt, Germany. 
CPHI 2025: ProBiotix Health to feature probiotic-based menopause formulations
CPHI 2025: ProBiotix Health to feature probiotic-based menopause formulations
ProBiotix Health will present its range of probiotics for menopause at the upcoming CPHI trade show in Frankfurt, Germany (October 28–30). Making its debut at the nutraceutical and pharma event, the company will showcase its YourBiotix formulations designed to support symptom relief and long-term cardiovascular health. The company says it created its YourBiotixMH and YourBiotixPMH formulations for menopause and postmenopause health to reshape the conversation around menopause, moving from short-term relief to long-term health outcomes for women in menopause. 
Roquette webinar preview: Navigating consumer demands and regulatory challenges
Roquette webinar preview: Navigating consumer demands and regulatory challenges

Food Ingredients First

Consumers and policymakers are pushing for healthier food options, creating pressure but also opportunities for innovation. Evolving regulations, like HFSS (High in Fat, Sugar & Salt), and nutritional scoring systems, like Nutri-Score, push manufacturers to navigate a complex landscape that rewards smarter, more nutritious product reformulation.
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WHO urges broader food taxes to boost health, curb obesity,...
The WHO reveals that food taxes are an evidence-based and effective way to promote healthy diets. The new policy brief argues that current food taxes are too narrow, often targeting just one nutrient like sugar. Since sugar is only a small part of food prices, companies can change recipes, or people can swap products to avoid taxes, which weakens their impact. 
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EAT-Lancet updates Planetary Health Diet to reflect...
Food production is driving 30% of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and transgressing the planetary boundaries, a new report warns. Although the world produces plenty of food calories for everyone, almost 3.7 billion people lack access to healthy diets, fair wages, or clean environments. The 2025 EAT-Lancet Commission’s analysis of global food systems has sparked conversations about how food choices affect health and the planet and outlines updated science-based targets to feed 9.6 billion people sustainably by 2050. 
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September in review: Rousselot’s Innovation Days,...
In September’s major health and nutrition industry news, we looked at some of the major innovations and trends at Vitafoods Asia 2025 while examining how loopholes in the Animal Welfare Act (AWA) allow for the continuation of animal testing in the nutrition sector. We also spoke with Innova Market Insight about our upcoming joint webinar.

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From joint health to beauty: The rise of collagen type II matrixNov2025

Innova Market Insights data indicates that 1 in 2 consumers globally are interested in collagen for anti-aging benefits, fueling consumers’ interest in specialized formulations. With type II collagen ...

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Gut health Oct 2025

Innova Market Insights data indicates a 5% compound annual growth rate in global supplement launches with a digestive/liver health claim between July 2020 and June 2025. U.S./Canada accounted for 41% of these launches. Botanical/herbal supplements were the top category, while chaga mushroom was the fastest-growing ingredient used in supplement launches for gut health.

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Brain health supplementsOct 2025

Innova Market Insights data reveals that 30% of consumers globally are taking brain / mental health supplements to age healthily. As a result, the global growth of brain health supplements has increased 4% in five years, from July 2020 to June 2025. These supplements most often come in capsule form, but gummy format is on the rise.

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