8th of April 2025

Industry News Roundup – March 2025

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

research.

Muvz Nutraceutical Blend Boosts Joint Comfort in 30 Days
OmniActive’s synergistic blend of ginger and Chinese chastetree improved joint comfort within 30 days and enhanced mobility by 90 days in a clinical trial. The ingredient was acquired through OmniActive’s acquisition of ENovate Biolife.

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Astaxanthin Eases Digital Eye Strain in Children
AstaReal®’s astaxanthin improved symptoms of chronic digital eye strain and enhanced visual function in children, according to a new clinical study.

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Melatonin Aids DNA Repair in Night Shift Workers
A study published in the British Medical Journal found that melatonin supplementation before day sleep helped repair oxidative DNA damage in night shift workers.

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Vitamins K2 and D3 Help Relieve Long COVID Symptoms
A trial conducted by University Hospitals in Cleveland found that daily vitamin K2 MK-7 and D3 supplementation may reduce long COVID symptoms.

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Cranberry Extract Reduces UTI Recurrence by Over 70%
In a new study, Givaudan’s Pacran® reduced UTI risk by 52% and recurrence by 71% over six months in women with recurring infections.

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Probiotic and Polyphenol Blend Slows Prostate Cancer Progression
A US-based clinical study found that phytochemical-rich blend combined with a probiotic complex (Your-Phyto) reduced PSA progression by 42% and improved urinary and erectile function by 25%.

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MonaJuventa Nu Slows Biological Aging in 12 Weeks
MonaJuventa™ Nu was shown to stabilize DNAmAge, slow telomere shortening, reduce cortisol levels, and improve physical activity and sleep quality.

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BENESOMNO™ Performs Similarly to Zolpidem as Sleep Aid
CK Ingredients’ upcycled lime peel extract, BENESOMNO™, improved sleep metrics including duration and efficiency, showing effects comparable to prescription Zolpidem.

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Iron-Enriched Lettuce Shows Promise as Gentle Alternative
Seaweed-treated lettuce raised iron levels in humans without the gastrointestinal side effects common in conventional iron supplements.

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Red Panax Ginseng Reduces Stress and Improves Cognition
Red Panax ginseng improved visual memory and spatial planning while reducing negative emotions in moderately stressed adults.

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ZenGut™ Microalgae Supports Mood Through Gut-Brain Axis
Microphyt’s ZenGut™ prebiotic improved mental wellbeing by positively modulating gut microbiota composition.

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DailyZz™ Nootropic Enhances Focus and Memory After Sleep
Kemin’s DailyZz™ botanical blend improved post-sleep cognitive performance, including a fivefold increase in focus and 60% improvement in working memory.

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Botanical Blend Relieves PMS Symptoms and Inflammation
Elsa, a formulation with Vitex agnus-castus, saffron, lemon balm, birch species, magnesium, and vitamin B6, showed benefits for PMS-related oxidative stress and mood.

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Sulforaphane Ingredient SULFODYNE® Eases PMS Discomfort
A real-world study showed 84% of women using SULFODYNE® reported reduced pain and emotional symptoms from PMS, with improvements seen from the first cycle.

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SalmoFer® Shows Potential for Gentle Iron Supplementation
In preclinical studies, Lerøy Seafood’s ingredient SalmoFer® raised serum iron levels with lower gut toxicity than traditional iron supplements after a single 6mg dose.

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Scutellaria and Saffron Extracts Reduce Anxiety and Depression
A clinical study showed that the combination of scutellaria and saffron significantly improved mood and anxiety symptoms in people with mild to moderate depression.

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More interesting studies

  • Rosemary extract has shown potential for skin benefits in a study by L’Oreal.
  • Another study evaluated the efficacy of ABB C22® postbiotic for mitigating diarrhea and rehydration.
  • Mulberry leaft extract has shown promise for sleep health in a study by Nestlé.
  • A patented deer velvet ingredient was studied for its immunity benefits.

new launches.

Elénzia Launches GLP-1 Booster for Appetite and Blood Sugar Support
UK brand Elénzia introduced Control, a science-backed supplement formulated with Eriomin and Siliphos to support GLP-1 levels, metabolism, appetite control, and blood sugar in midlife women.

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Lallemand Introduces Cerenity® for Healthy Ageing
Lallemand Health Solutions debuted Cerenity®, a probiotic blend clinically studied to support mobility, strength, and quality of life in older adults when combined with inulin.

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Laboratoire PYC Debuts Orodispersible Collagen and Hair Supplement
At Cosmoprof Bologna, Laboratoire PYC unveiled REVOLISTIC COLLAGEN®, a water-free collagen powder, and HAIR BLOOM CERAMIDES®, a plant-based supplement with phytoceramides for hair growth and strength.

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O3Omega Unveils Dessert-Flavored Omega-3 Smoothies
O3Omega launched new plant-based omega-3 DHA smoothies in flavors like Custard Tart and Cinnamon Bun, designed as enjoyable brain-boosting supplements.

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Nutrition21 Presents EverZen™ for Mood and Stress Support
Nutrition21 introduced EverZen™, a new functional ingredient containing 6-MBOA, shown to help maintain a positive mood and support stress resilience.

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Fungi Perfecti Expands with MycoBenefits Supplement Line
Fungi Perfecti launched MycoBenefits, a four-product line combining mushroom mycelium with herbs and nutrients to support focus, sleep, mood, and beauty.

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Swisse Professional Launches Beauty Line for Italian Salons
H&H Group’s Swisse Wellness introduced Swisse Professional, a supplement range developed for beauty salons and spas in Italy to enhance and prolong in-clinic results.

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Korea Ginseng Corp Adds Blood Sugar Management Products
Following regulatory approval, KGC launched GLPro Core and GLPro Doublecut under its JungKwanJang brand, targeting blood sugar and body fat control.

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Bloomage Introduces MitoEGT for Mitochondrial Skin Health
Bloomage launched MitoEGT, an L-ergothioneine ingredient developed to slow skin ageing by addressing mitochondrial dysfunction — a key hallmark of ageing.

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Logical Square Launches CaFi as Natural Laxative Alternative
CaFi, a Cassia fistula extract, was introduced as a lower-sennoside alternative to senna-based laxatives, with faster results and reduced side effects in trials.

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partnerships, M&A.

Activ’Inside Establishes U.S. Subsidiary for Growth
Activ’Inside created a U.S. entity to strengthen its presence in the American dietary supplement market and better serve regional customers.

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BioMara Advances Seaweed Extracts for Gut and Skin Health
Seaweed startup BioMara secured £118,000 in funding to advance clinical research on fucoidan-rich ingredients like Thalivra for gut and skin applications.

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L’Oréal Partners with TruDiagnostic to Study Longevity Biomarkers
L’Oréal and TruDiagnostic will investigate how epigenetic markers relate to skin and hair health, aiming to develop personalised longevity-linked beauty solutions.

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marketing campaigns.

Nature’s Way Opens Innovation Challenge for Gut Health and GLP-1
Nature’s Way launched its first Innovation Challenge, offering funding for evidence-based, nature-derived innovations targeting gut health or GLP-1 support in US and Canada.

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technology.

Milk Exosome Technology Boosts Probiotic Viability
Researchers developed a probiotic encapsulation method using milk exosomes (mExos), significantly improving bacteria survival and intestinal adhesion.

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VCs Back Hormone-Tracking Wearable by Level Zero Health
Level Zero Health has received €6.6 million in pre-seed funding to develop a wearable hormone monitor using DNA sensors for real-time stress and fertility tracking.

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LaFlore Launches Skin Microbiome Health Testing Kit
Dakota Biotech’s LaFlore brand introduced a microbiome test using qPCR to analyse skin bacteria and deliver personalised skincare plans.

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Bayer and Hurdle Develop Saliva-Based Inflammation Biomarker
Researchers validated InflammAge, a new saliva-based biomarker outperforming CRP in predicting chronic inflammation and long-term health risks.

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Teal Wand Matches Traditional HPV Testing Accuracy, Study Confirms
Teal Health’s self-collected HPV screening device demonstrated 96% sensitivity to high-grade abnormal cells — equivalent to clinician collected samples — in a study of over 600 women. Most participants rated it easy to use and preferred it for routine screening.

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other market data.

L’Oréal Explores Role of Supplements in Skin and Hair Ageing
L’Oréal is evaluating how oral supplements targeting hallmarks of ageing — such as mitochondrial dysfunction and cellular senescence — could offer added value in addressing skin and hair health.

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Singapore’s EDB Calls for Collaboration in Longevity Sector
Singapore’s Economic Development Board (EDB) urged closer collaboration with researchers and industry to grow its longevity science sector, citing investments by L’Oréal and dsm-firmenich in clinically backed ageing solutions.

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Pre-Diabetes Affects Nearly Half of South Korean Adults
South Korea’s MFDS reports that 46.7% of adults were pre-diabetic in 2021, up from 27.1% in 2015. The country has introduced a tailored nutrition guide to help prevent diabetes and hypertension.

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New Survey Maps Perimenopause Symptoms by Age
A study by Flo Health and University of Virginia found early perimenopause symptoms peak between ages 41–45. Vaginal and vasomotor symptoms were most common in women aged 51+.

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Millennials Lead Digital Health Adoption, Gen Z Most Skeptical of HCPs
Rock Health’s survey of 8,000+ adults revealed Millennials are most engaged with wearables and virtual care, while Gen Z has the lowest trust in healthcare providers but leads in using AI for health guidance.

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regulatory.

EFSA Issues Opinion on Cranberry Ingredient Pacran® and UTI Claims
EFSA published its assessment of Givaudan’s Pacran® for urinary tract health. While the evidence was insufficient to establish a cause-and-effect relationship, EFSA acknowledged for the first time that Pacran® showed a positive effect in reducing UTI incidence in one human study.

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