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This section presents health news, new ingredients, research and new products as classified by functional health benefit. Benefit categories include bone, joint & cosmetic health, cancer risk reduction, cardiovascular health, cognitive & mental health, diabetic health, digestive health, energy & sports performance, immunity enhancement, weight management. There is a “general health” category as well as category for products formulated especially for men, women or children.

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Bone, Joint & Cosmetic Health

Vitamins, minerals and other nutrients contribute to a better health status.

Cancer Risk Reduction

Consumption of certain nutritional components reduce the risk of various cancers.

Cardiovascular Health

Ingredients and healthful diets lead to reduced risks of heart attacks and stroke.

Cognitive & Mental Health

Emerging nutritional science points to the benefits of consuming nutrients for cognitive health.

Diabetes & Blood Glucose Control

Carefully controlled diets to timed nutrient consumption assists with control of blood glucose.

Digestive Health

Ingredients impact conditions from allergenicity to reduced cancer risk as part of digestive health.

General/Other

Specialized ingredients to dietary regimes can benefit more niche health conditions.

Immunity

Ongoing research shows that nutritional components can benefit immune modulation.

EXPLORE IMMUNITY INSIGHTS

Sports & Energy

Mental and physical performance can be enhanced by nutrients one consumes.

Weight Management

Ingredient formulations, new product and consumer trend information for weight management foods & beverages.

Women, Men, Kids

Various demographic groups benefit from ingredients and nutrients targeting their health.

Cosmetic Benefits

Consumers show interest in dietary components that may enhance one's outward appearance.

Eye Health

From infants to an aging population, eye health is influenced by what nutrients are consumed.

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FI-BEING, Better-For-You Hard Candy

Each serving of FI-BEING™provides 39% of the daily recommended dietary fiber intake
September 28, 2022

FI-BEING comes in the form of a hard candy that maintains the flavor experience of Morinaga products. Each serving of FI-BEING provides 39% of the daily recommended dietary fiber intake.


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CULT Artisan Beverage Co. Botanical Infusions

CULT Botanical Infusions are now available in Sprouts nationwide
September 14, 2022

CULT blends 100% natural ingredients and then slow-steep for a fresh and crisp taste in a hydrating drink with zero sugar and zero caffeine.


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Beneo: Gut Health

Study shows chicory root fiber increases Bifidobacteria, supports bowel function
September 8, 2022

A new systematic literature review with meta-analyses, conducted by Dávid U. Nagy et al., demonstrates that chicory root fiber intake (starting at 3g/day) promotes significant growth of Bifidobacteria in the gut microbiome in all age groups and improves bowel function parameters.


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Gym Weed, Hemp Infused Energy Drink

Creators of Muscle Milk launch new hemp infused sports nutrition brand gym in US market
July 5, 2022

Developed by Alternative Biologics, Inc., whose founders and team created protein drink category leader MUSCLE MILK, GYM WEED is the newest venture of products to help consumers train harder and live each moment to the fullest.


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CTRL Meal On-The-Go Bars

Move toward functional foods marks evolution in brand, leading to healthier alternatives for gaming, streaming, and digital creator community
July 5, 2022

CTRL’s line of powdered meal replacement shakes has been lauded for its “bottom of the cereal bowl” taste, and the Meal On-The-Go Bars feature new flavors packed with wholesome ingredients that let you satisfy your hunger anytime, anywhere.


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Sunshine Beverages Tropical Pineapple Sparkling Energy Drink

The new ready to drink beverage contains electrolytes, vitamins A, C, D and E, and 70mg of organic caffeine
June 1, 2022

The launch comes on the heels of this year's majority investment from Cypress Ascendant, a strategic capital investment firm, fueling a refreshed business model, operations, and increased awareness for the brand.


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Cymbiotika Heart Health

New and improved formula is designed to protect the heart from oxidative stress and improve cardiovascular function
May 31, 2022

The formula has been updated to feature an organic orange cream flavor and is now sold in a 30-pouch box, instead of one bottle. Additional ingredients include Citrus Pectin, Konjac Root, and Vitamin E (as D-Alpha Tocopherol).


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Maggie Q's ActivatedYou Essential Skin Food Prep Your Skin for Summertime

Dietary supplement that nourishes skin with collagen support for youthful-looking skin from the inside out
May 25, 2022

ActivatedYou Essential Skin Food is a collagen support supplement designed to support the overall appearance of skin texture and minimize the look of sagging and dull skin.


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Adapto Foods Adaptogen-Boosted Pantry Staples

Adapto offers five types of oatmeal bowls which provide for five different beneficial effects
May 25, 2022

The focus of the company and its products is wholly on health optimization for consumers, and the foods are infused with high quality, full spectrum functional mushroom and botanical adaptogens.


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BOOST High Protein Cinnabon Bakery Inspired Flavored Nutritional Drink

Each serving of the new beverage contains 20g of high-quality protein
May 4, 2022

Each 8fl-oz serving of BOOST® High Protein Cinnabon® Bakery Inspired Flavored Nutritional Drinks provide 20g of high-quality protein and nutrients.


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Consumers are actively seeking everything from enhanced focus and better information processing, to reduced stress, improved mood, faster learning, effective memory, better adaptability, and enhanced multitasking. This session will review the science behind these ingredients and how they can be added to your formulations to tap into the cognitive support wave.

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Remember a child’s kaleidoscope? You put your eye to a cylinder fitted inside with angled mirrors and—as soon as you twist the end of the cylinder—there’s a changing pattern with the shifting of small pieces of colored glass. That’s also something of an apt description for the plant-based food and beverage market, which continues to capture attention as it grows and shifts.

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