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Ingredient Advancements: Citrus Bioflavonoids and the Future of Longevity

by Rob Brewster | June 1, 2026

Longevity is being redefined. It’s increasingly about preserving metabolic resilience across multiple biological systems. As the longevity category evolves, researchers and formulators alike are moving beyond single-endpoint solutions and looking more closely at the interconnected pathways that shape how we age, including GLP-1 signaling, inflammatory balance, oxidative stress and the gut microbiome. For formulators, this ...

The Price (and Value) of Corporate Reputation: What Compliance Actually Protects

Good Questions Create Clarity Having conversations regarding how C-suite leaders consider their compliance in the dietary supplement and food and beverage industries, is common practice for consultants and counsel that routinely provide regulatory support and guidance in FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration) matters. We recently had a very interesting conversation on what compliance actually ...

[Extra! Extra!] Veracity Launches Protein Powder Containing MyoVera

by Eric Munson | June 1, 2026

Veracity (New York, NY), a brand specializing in science-backed metabolic health solutions, launched Metabolic Power Protein, a doctor-developed, plant-based protein designed to help people build lean, active muscle. It is created for anyone seeking sustainable energy, appetite control and long-term metabolic strength. It fills a critical gap in modern wellness—protein that powers metabolism without compromising ...

Beyond Muscle

by Eric Munson | June 1, 2026

Ingredients for strength are now seen as a wellness and longevity metric. According to Rajat Shah, co-founder of India-based Nutriventia, the muscle and strength category has undergone “remarkable transformation.” What started as a domain for bodybuilders and elite athletes has now evolved into a mainstream health priority spanning fitness enthusiasts, aging adults and everyday consumers ...

[Extra! Extra!] Emerging Trends in the Functional Foods and Beverages Space

by Mike Straus | June 1, 2026

Functional foods and beverages are continuing to trend upward, but emerging trends are differing from the past bestsellers like probiotics and ketogenic fats. Now, consumers are looking for something different. To capture current consumer trends, The Fresh Factory examined emerging food and beverage statistics in February 2026 to see what consumers are actually buying—and the ...

Food (and Drink) for Thought

by Mike Straus | June 1, 2026

Food and beverage ingredients are diversifying and becoming more complex. Functional food and beverage ingredients are continuing to evolve into high-potency, application-specific products tailored to consumers’ needs. These ingredients are increasingly backed by more and more scientific documentation than ever before, validating health claims with clinical data. Ingredients are also advancing in terms of tolerability, ...

[Extra! Extra!] Indena’s Centextra Shows Promise for Antioxidant, Inflammation and Cell Migration Linked to Skin Health

by Brianna Diorio PhD | June 1, 2026

Italian botanical ingredients supplier Indena presented science-backed healthy aging solutions at Vitafoods Europe 2026 held in Barcelona, Spain in April. A key focus at the show for the company was Centextra, which was developed as a Centella Indena Phytosome. The ingredient is designed to support skin firmness, elasticity and restoration. Derived from Centella asiatica, it ...

The New Antioxidant Playbook: Inflammation, Mitochondria and Cellular Health

by Brianna Diorio PhD | June 1, 2026

As research around oxidative stress, inflammation and mitochondrial biology evolves, manufacturers are moving beyond basic antioxidant claims toward multi-pathway formulations that support cellular health, metabolic balance and long-term health outcomes. Beyond Free Radicals: Why Cellular Health Is Bigger Than Antioxidants For years, the antioxidant category was built on a simple story: fight free radicals and ...

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