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Study: Tocotrienol-rich functional beverage promotes healthy ageing

The beverage, which contains PhytoGaia's TocoGaia, can reduce oxidative stress, maintain telomerase activity and boost psychological wellbeing

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Aker BioMarine taps CRO KGK Science for Lysoveta clinical trial

The clinical trial will assess if Lysoveta can effectively deliver omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA to the brain and eyes

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Kyowa Hakko delves into the science behind Cognizin at Nutrition for the Ageing Brain Symposium

Kyowa Hakko presented research on the nootropic's cognitive health benefits, including improved performance, alertness and reaction times

Saffron extract enhances mood and reduces depressive symptoms, study finds

Pharmactive Biotech’s branded saffron-based nutraceutical, Affron, significantly reduced depression in 72.3% of study participants
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Kava: nature’s calming alternative to benzodiazepines

A traditional South Pacific herbal remedy, kava is known to activate dopamine pathways and calm the mind, thereby offering stress relief without the downsides of pharmaceuticals

Mango extract boosts cognition in gamers, study reveals

Zeus Hygia Lifesciences' mango bark extract, Stadice, was found to improve mental speed, working memory and verbal learning, while reducing cortisol levels
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Exclusive: Bio-gen and Azoth Biotech join forces to develop functional mushroom nutraceuticals

By ‘bridging the gap between ancient practice and modern science’, the companies hope to develop consumer-centric and efficacious functional mushroom extracts
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Lemon verbena extract cuts stress and promotes sleep in teens, study finds

Suannutra's RelaxPLX reduced salivary cortisol levels by 30% compared with placebo, while improving subjective measures of sleep and stress

PLT Health Solutions showcases functional beverage-friendly ingredients at IFT FIRST 2025

The company will exhibit a range of functional beverage-suitable ingredients for energy, cognition, active nutrition and weight management

PLT Health's Serezin improves restorative sleep within a week, study reveals

The Boswellia serrata and ginger-based nutraceutical improved sleep quality by 93%, while boosting mood by up to 2.2x when taken daily

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HTBA’s MecobalActive shown to enhance cognitive and physical performance in healthy individuals

HealthTech BioActives (HTBA) has unveiled new research showing how its pioneering methylcobalamin ingredient, MecobalActive, can effectively support cognitive focus, physical power and endurance in healthy, active individuals
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Synbiotics for autism: how gut health interventions can support wellbeing

A combination of prebiotics and probiotics could benefit individuals with autism spectrum disorder by modulating the gut-brain axis

Stratum Nutrition showcases science-backed nutraceuticals at Vitafoods Europe 2025

The company will display its range of beauty from within, joint health and cognition-focused functional ingredients at booth 4B122

Neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory activity of fucoidan from Undaria pinnatifida

New Australian research has extended the understanding of fucoidan and inflammation, in addition to identifying a potential future role for fucoidan in supporting brain health

Safr’Inside: the first clinically proven gummies to support the gut-sleep-brain axis

Primarily known for its positive effects on stress and emotional well-being — thanks to its high concentration of safranal (0.2% by U-HPLC) — Safr’Inside has reached a significant milestone with the completion of its most recent clinical study
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GABA-enhancing probiotic strain tackles anxiety in clinical study

The Lactiplantibacillus plantarum probiotic strain can improve anxiety symptoms

Synbiotic blend helps manage long COVID symptoms in clinical trial

dsm-firmenich's combination of four probiotic strains, prebiotic fructooligosaccharides and zinc could reduce fatigue in those suffering from post-COVID-19 CFS

Saffron extract improves sleep within 21 days, study reveals

Activ'Inside's saffron extract, Safr'Inside, can boost sleep efficiency and reduce sleep latency within 21 days in a capsule format, while exhibiting similar sleep-boosting impacts in a gummy form
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Moldavian dragonhead nutraceutical boosts skin health, collagen synthesis in new study

Mibelle Biochemistry's DracoBelle Nu can upregulate collagen production, while improving skin hydration and thickness

Vitamin K insufficiency linked to cognitive deficits in ageing, study finds

Low vitamin K intake can trigger neuroinflammation and deficits in learning and memory, says an animal study conducted by Tufts University

The American Botanical Council releases guidance on bacopa adulteration and mislabelling

This bulletin provides information on the popular Ayurvedic herb bacopa — specifically focusing on adulteration, mislabelling and key characteristics to look out for in testing

ThreoTech to debut magnesium L-threonate nutraceutical at Vitafoods Europe 2025

This follows the successful launch of Magtein in the US, which is the only bioavailable magnesium form that can cross the blood-brain barrier

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PLT Health Solutions to showcase experiential ingredients at Vitafoods Europe

The company will highlight science-backed formulations that deliver fast, noticeable benefits

Bring Folate Formulation Opportunities to the next level at VFE!

Located at Stand 3G46, Gnosis will showcase Quatrefolic® Fine Powder, offering enhanced stability, higher solubility, and superior oral absorption for liquid formats,...

Elevate cognitive health and nutrition with KLK OLEO at Vitafoods Europe 2025

Visit Booth CC B13 to discover science-backed food and nutrition ingredients for a healthier future

Kemin highlights upgraded nutritional solutions at Vitafoods Europe 2025

Company to showcase human health and nutrition business unit and its science-backed ingredients that transform lives

Somin-On Supports Better Focus and Brain Health

Somin-On, Arjuna Natural’s extract, improved memory and cognition in adults with mild impairment, offering a safe, natural way to support brain health and slow early...

Nektium's water-soluble Zynamite boosts cognition, study reveals

A new double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical study shows the water-soluble form of Nektium’s Zynamite can significantly improve cognitive performance in functional...

Lallemand’s Cerebiome shortlisted for dual NutraIngredients Awards

Psychobiotic named finalist in both beauty from within and mind and mood categories

HydroCurc receives US Patent for its liquid dispersible curcuminoid compositions and methods of improving cognitive function

Gencor and Pharmako Biotechnologies are pleased to announce the latest patent for HydroCurc, a clinically proven, award-winning, cold-water dispersible curcumin