Study shows soluble guar fiber may be helpful for autistic children suffering from constipation and irritability
May 1, 2019
In a new pilot study, scientists found soluble guar fiber (Sunfiber) may improve both constipation and irritability in children with ASD. This opens many new potential opportunities for companies interested in developing formulations for the ASD market. Sunfiber is appropriate for all ages.
Prebiotic chicory root fiber maintains microbiota balance in children—even following antibiotic treatment
May 1, 2019
The study, conducted by Prof Tamàs Decsi, University of Pécs, Department of Paediatrics, Clinical Center of the University of Pécs, Medical School in Hungary, is the first of its kind to provide an in-depth investigation into the effect of prebiotic chicory root fiber supplementation on the gut microbiota composition of children aged 3 to 6 years, including those undertaking antibiotic treatment.
Dolcas Tenshi brings bioavailable curcumin to ready-to-drink beverages
April 25, 2019
Curcugen’s patent-pending composition base is a novel-source turmeric oleoresin—rather than the 95% standardized curcuminoid material common in the supplement industry.
BENEO now can produce organic inulin from chicory roots
April 25, 2019
To date, no organic inulin from chicory is available. With the latest ongoing developments, BENEO will be able to offer inulin derived from chicory root fiber at a reasonable and competitive price premium compared to organic inulin from other sources.
New beverage contains amino acid L-Theanine and the antioxidant EGCG
April 24, 2019
With a recent surge in matcha tea's popularity, Laird Superfood wanted to make it easier for consumers to get an all-natural, plant-based matcha latte.
Lipofoods partners with Sphera on Curcushine, a turmeric extract encapsulation
April 24, 2019
Lipofoods created Curcushine microcapsules in collaboration with the Italian R&D company, Sphera Encapsulation S.R.L. Sphera is dedicated to the research and development of nano- and micro-encapsulation strategies.
Naturex uses Vitafoods Europe 2019 to showcase function ingredients for sports, fortification
April 19, 2019
Naturex has patented a synergistic blend of two botanical extracts called, Upletic, to enhance muscle protein synthesis, strength and performance. Officials say the ingredient also is clinically proven to improve lean mass in sporty as well as athletic people.
OLLY is known for its gummy vitamins and supplements, and also sells protein powders and snack bars
April 19, 2019
Based in San Francisco, OLLY Nutrition was co-founded in 2014 by Eric Ryan, who also previously co-founded home and personal care products company method®.