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[Extra! Extra!] New Study Finds Link Between Gut Microbiome and Heart Health
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 ...
Heading into the Holidays, Experts Say Americans Should Focus on Fiber
As Americans approach the holiday season, they will eat some of the largest meals of the year. Nutrition experts say this is the perfect time to think about something most of us don’t get enough of: fiber. Despite its important role in digestion, immunity, and overall health, the average American falls far short of the ...
Trends and Advances in Pet Health
From GLP-1 to Master Signaling Molecules—The Next ‘Aha’ in Longevity Science The Hormone Everyone’s Talking About—And What It Means for Pets In human health, GLP-1 has become shorthand for a new class of weight-loss drugs. But in the data, GLP-1 is not a pharmaceutical invention. It’s a naturally occurring hormone that’s been in every mammal ...
Personalized Nutrition Through Functional Foods
The Rise of Personalized Nutrition Personalized nutrition (PN) is no longer a fringe idea—it’s entering the mainstream. Studies as early as two-week interventions with twins revealed dramatically different blood sugar and insulin responses to the same meals, underscoring the need to tailor dietary advice to the individual rather than rely on one-size-fits-all guidelines.1,2 The U.S. ...
Functional Foods for Immune Support
The COVID-19 pandemic heightened consumer interest in immune health, leading to an increased demand for functional foods that support the immune system. A survey indicated that 60 percent of respondents purchased fruits or vegetables, and 44 percent bought supplements in capsule form to proactively support their immune health.1 What once was a seasonal spike in ...
Unlocking Digestive Wellness
Sixty to 70 million Americans are affected by digestive concerns, and despite the prevalence, one in three people reported that they would only discuss their gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms if their doctor brought it up first.1 These GI issues have a cost that exceeds $100 billion in direct medical expenses each year.2 So why are people ...
Ingredients for Food & Beverages
NIE examines the latest ingredient advancements for food and beverage applications. Food and beverage applications for nutraceutical ingredients are on the rise as consumers seek out more convenient ways to incorporate functional ingredients into their diets. Millennials and Generation Z in particular, are leading demand for these products, with functional beverages replacing alcohol for many ...
Sirio Launches Global Research Institute for Longevity Studies
SIRIO Pharma (China) has announced the launch of the Sirio Institute for Anti-Aging (SIA) at the 2025 Boao Health Food Science Conference and Expo in China. The SIA aims to advance anti-aging science and accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative nutraceutical products to promote healthy longevity. By leveraging cutting-edge research and development capabilities, the ...
Sustainability in Functional Foods
The Growing Demand for Sustainable Functional Foods The consumer demand for sustainability in foods has increased by 18 percent since the prior year to a total of 42 percent of consumers that now consider sustainability in their buying decisions. This is the highest recorded level according to a recent survey. In addition, cost has become ...
The Future of Gut Health in Functional Foods
Introduction: The Rising Focus on Gut Health The functional food and beverage market continues to grow at a rapid pace as consumer demand for healthy, nutrient dense products increases with evolving lifestyles. The global functional food and beverage market size was $333.34 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow from $364.18 billion in 2024 ...
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