31st of July 2024

Industry News Roundup – July 2024

Each month we prepare a curated selection of only the most relevant news, new clinical studies, and new product launches in the nutraceutical industry.

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Study Confirms Cognitive Benefits of MycoThrive Lion’s Mane Ingredient
MycoThrive’s new Nordic lion’s mane functional ingredient has undergone a clinical study to evaluate attention, working memory, mental processing speed, and mood in healthy adults. The ingredient is part of MycoThrive’s premium line of functional mushrooms, which includes cordyceps, chaga, reishi, maitake, and shiitake.
Participants taking MycoThrive Lion’s Mane demonstrated acute improvements in working memory, attention, concentration, and reaction time that were statistically significant compared to the placebo. It also helped improve the participants’ moods and sense of happiness compared to their peers.

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Probiotic and Saffron Supplement Enhances Glycemic Control in Type 1 Diabetes
Supplementation with a probiotic supplement with saffron extract over six months can improve serum triglycerides in people with type 1 diabetes (DMT-1) and may be a valuable adjunct for enhancing glycemic control, according to new research. The researchers decided to use the combination supplement LactoLevure ProbioMood, supplied by Uni-Pharma Greece. Their findings demonstrated that the administration of the supplement over a period of six months significantly enhanced glycemic control and reduced triglyceride (a type of fat in the blood) levels in individuals with well-controlled DMT-1.

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EpiCor Postbiotic Reduces Cold and Flu Symptoms in Children: Clinical Study
Daily consumption of the EpiCor postbiotic in a gummy may reduce the severity of symptoms of cold and flu in children aged between 4 and 12, according to a large clinical trial by KGK Science and Cargill.
17 of the 18 measures in the CARIFS survey numerically improved over the 12-week study, with improvements in the total severity score reaching statistical significance, while ‘sore throat’ and ‘muscle aches or pains’ symptom scores also decreased significantly, compared to placebo.

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Unilever Study Reveals Mulberry Extract Reduces Glucose Spikes
Adding mulberry fruit extract (MFE) to carbohydrate-rich meals may reduce postprandial glucose (PPG) and insulin (PPI) responses in individuals with type 2 diabetes, according to new research.
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Postbiotic-Prebiotic Supplement Proven to Lower Blood Glucose Levels
Gut health experts have spotlighted a new study that backs the efficacy of a supplement combining a postbiotic and a second-generation prebiotic in lowering blood sugar levels in a prediabetic population. The randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel-group clinical trial published in the journal Nutrients studied the impact of supplementation with YMETA, a new concept comprising galacto-oligosaccharides (GOSs) produced through the β-galactosidase activity of Bifidobacterium breve, exopolysaccharides (EPSs) from B. breve and konjac glucomannan (KGM).

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Uni-Pharma’s Probio Mood Supplement Improves Glycemic Control in T1D
Uni-Pharma’s LactoLevure Probio Mood, a new oral supplement containing probiotics, prebiotics, magnesium, and saffron extract, has potential as an adjunct to improve glycaemic control in people with well-controlled Type 1 diabetes, according to a multi-institutional study in Nutrients. For 6 months, 61 participants with T1D consumed LactoLevure Probio Mood or a placebo (probiotics, prebiotics, magnesium). All participants were taking insulin and using a continuous or intermittent glucose monitoring system. At study-end, the LactoLevure Probio Mood group had significantly lower serum triglycerides vs placebo and significantly improved glycaemic control. LactoLevure Probio Mood is positioned to reduce fatigue, support the normal functioning of the nervous system, and improve mood. Each serving (1 stick) provides magnesium 75mg, a probiotic blend 1bn CFUs (Lactobacillus rhamnosus, Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis, B. breve, B. longum), fructo-oligosaccharides 100mg and saffron extract 28mg. The recommended dosage is 1-2 sachets/day.

ThinkGin Supplement Enhances Memory and Cognitive Function in Older Adults
Panax ginseng sprout extract, manufactured by ingredient supplier BTC and marketed as ThinkGin, is safe for use as a functional food to improve memory, concludes a multi-institutional paper in Nutrients. The findings showed that ThinkGin significantly improved verbal memory, visual memory, overall cognitive function, and sleep quality compared to placebo. The study was funded by BTC and included a company researcher. The authors claim it is the first RCT in humans to show a memory improvement effect of ThinkGin.

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Blackmores Introduces Products Featuring Nutriventia’s TurmXTRA Turmeric Extract
Nutriventia Limited (India) has announced that Blackmores has introduced a range of products containing the company’s TurmXTRA turmeric extract. The ingredient has been clinically validated to be effective at a low dose of 250 mg.

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Bayer Launches One A Day Supplement for Cellular Aging Support
Bayer adds the One A Day Age Factor Cell Defense to its multivitamin and supplement range. This new product helps defend against cellular aging from the inside, supporting cell health and resilience throughout aging as cells become less effective at managing everyday stressors. The new supplement contains olive polyphenols, an antioxidant from olive fruit extract that helps defend against the effects of daily stressors. Age Factor also includes omega-3 fatty acids, resveratrol, astaxanthin, vitamins C and D, and niacin, which help support cell resilience.

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Monteloeder Develops Synergistic Joint Health Ingredient Using Machine Learning
Monteloeder, a functional ingredients company, has released a novel botanical ingredient for joint health — specifically focusing on addressing musculoskeletal discomfort. BeRelief’s formulation, which contains a blend of ashwagandha, rosemary, and sesame, was created with the help of machine learning, which was used to measure the synergism between the botanical ingredients. The ingredient has been proven to reduce musculoskeletal discomfort by up to 59%.

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Cleveland Clinic Launches Wellness Coaching App with Diet and Fitness Tracking
Cleveland Clinic and FitNow have launched the Cleveland Clinic Diet App, which features individualized guided support with the input of health experts to help users make sustainable changes to their lifestyle and dietary habits for improved health and well-being. The app also provides a curated series of courses from experts in nutrition, endocrinology, metabolism, heart health, digestive health, weight management, and mental health.

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Study Shows AI-Guided Supplement Prescriptions Outperform Doctor Recommendations
Supplement prescriptions guided by artificial intelligence (AI) are more effective at lowering low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) and triglycerides than those prescribed by a doctor, according to a recent pilot study reported in Nutrients. The AI system used in the study was GenAIS, which is designed to integrate and analyse complex biological data, such as genetic data, metabolomic profiling, biochemical markers, and patient history, to predict the most effective DS regimen. Participants in two groups took one to four capsules per day and the supplements were supplied by S.Lab (Soloways, Novosibirsk, Russia). The researchers noted that the AI-guided prescriptions included a wider variety of supplements, including plant sterols, omega-3 fatty acids, red yeast rice, coenzyme Q10, niacin, and fibre supplements, which may have enhanced overall efficacy.

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Ocean Spray and Brightseed Uncover Novel Cranberry Bioactives for Health
A partnership between AI-phytonutrient pioneers Brightseed and cranberry giant Ocean Spray has identified novel compounds in cranberries that will undergo deeper clinical validation. Using Brightseed’s Forager AI platform, researchers at both companies identified multiple bioactives that have yet to be extensively studied in cranberries and hold enormous human health potential, including terpenes.

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Kaia Health’s Digital Back Pain Treatment Yields Long-Term Benefits: Study Findings
Kaia Health has released follow-up results of its Rise-uP study, which investigated the use of Kaia’s digital treatment approach to lower back pain. The 3-month trial involved 1,237 participants with lower back pain who were recruited by participating doctors; 930 participants used the Kaia App and 307 received standard-of-care treatment. The findings at study-end suggested a 33% pain reduction in the Kaia group vs 14% in the control group. At 12-month follow-up, the Kaia group reported a 46% reduction in pain intensity vs 24% decrease in the control group. In addition, Kaia App users achieved clinically significant improvements in function ability and physical wellbeing; lasting improvements in mental health (including lower anxiety, depression, and stress) and mental wellbeing; and 81% lower overall healthcare costs vs controls. The findings were published in the Journal of Pain Research (26 June).

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