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[Extra! Extra!] Key Takeaways From Probiota 2025

by Mike Straus | April 1, 2026

The digestive health ingredients space is seeing significant scientific innovation, bringing sophistication to ingredients that previously did not exist. In March 2025, DSM-Firmenich published a blog article chronicling the five breakthrough trends from Probiota 2025 in Copenhagen. First and foremost, the conference highlighted how age-related changes in the gut microbiome are influencing health across all ...

[Extra! Extra!] The Upcycling Process for NEM and Ovolux

by Eric Munson | April 1, 2026

Stratum Nutrition’s (Carthage, MO) NEM and Ovolux are natural ingredients derived from upcycled eggshell membrane collagen. For decades this part of the egg was largely treated as waste despite naturally containing collagen, glycosaminoglycans and other bioactive compounds. “What makes NEM and Ovolux unique is how we’ve built a proprietary process around preserving what nature already ...

[Extra! Extra!] Sleep Science Is Expanding Beyond Sedation

by Brianna Diorio PhD | April 1, 2026

For a long time, sleep supplements were mostly associated with helping people fall asleep faster. Today, as researchers learn more about the biological systems that influence sleep quality, the conversation around sleep support is beginning to evolve. Today, many formulators are focusing less on simple sedation and more on supporting the broader physiological factors that ...

[Extra! Extra!] Aker BioMarine Researches Brain and Muscle Health for Longevity

by Eric Munson | March 2, 2026

Clinical research in the healthy aging area is of interest because consumers are increasingly demanding products that are both safe and credible. Rigorous science helps brands innovate responsibly, ensuring safety and efficacy, which ultimately strengthens brand reputation and loyalty. Two key areas of interest for Aker BioMarine (Norway) are brain and muscle health. “We are ...

[Extra! Extra!] With Online Content Comes Greater Responsibility

by Joy Choquette | March 2, 2026

Podcasts are no longer niche; they’re getting big. According to data from Statista, approximately 160 million Americans listen to podcasts at least once a month. There are podcasts that cover seemingly every topic under the sun, including women’s health. The trouble with podcasts, videos, blogs and other online content is that there is sometimes a ...

[Extra! Extra!] The Impact American Tariffs Have on Imports of Indian Nutraceuticals

by Mike Straus | March 2, 2026

India is a rich source of several important nutraceuticals for the American market, many of which cannot be sourced elsewhere. Ingredients like ashwagandha, shilajit and boswellia are exclusive to India, while holy basil and moringa are primarily sourced from the country. That’s why the Trump Administration’s new tariffs on Indian nutraceuticals are crippling the natural ...

[Extra! Extra!] New Study Finds Link Between Gut Microbiome and Heart Health

by Mike Straus | January 16, 2026

Gut health seems to be implicated in just about everything these days. Now, emerging research is showing a link between the gut microbiome and mechanisms associated with coronary artery disease. According to a Nov. 6, 2025 press release from the American Society for Microbiology, researchers in Seoul, South Korea compared fecal samples from 14 people ...

[Extra! Extra!] Collagen Formulation Awareness

by Janet Poveromo | January 16, 2026

When developing a new collagen product, what should finished product manufacturers keep in mind? Mónica Gómez Navarro, marketing manager – branded ingredients, with Bioiberica, pointed out that innovation in the collagen market has come a long way. “Cutting-edge extraction and purification techniques have supported the commercialization of many collagen ingredients over the years—all bringing unique ...

[Extra! Extra!] ADM Releases Insights from Anti-Obesity Medication Survey

by Eric Munson | January 16, 2026

The adoption of anti-obesity medications (AOMs) such as GLP-1 receptor agonists continues to accelerate globally with spending set to reach nearly $200 billon by 2029, according to the IQVIA Institute for Human Data Science. Illinois-based ADM’s latest proprietary consumer survey examines the latest AOM landscape, showing how both current and transitioning users are reshaping expectations ...

[Extra! Extra!] Herbs and Botanicals for Fido and Fluffy

by Joy Choquette | October 1, 2025

In the not-so-distant past, a beloved family pet with an ailment or issue that was outside the norm, could find little relief. Whether an itchy rash, a food allergy or a nervous personality, pets—like people—have health issues outside of what was traditionally treated in the world of veterinary medicine. In more recent years, however, that’s ...

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