All Functional ingredients & nutraceuticals articles
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NewsSolar Foods’ Solein clears EFSA safety assessment for EU market
Solar Foods has received a positive scientific opinion from the European Food Safety Authority confirming its gas-fermented protein ingredient Solein is safe to consume, marking a pivotal step towards commercialisation across the EU.
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ArticleHow California is rethinking the value of food byproducts
Following a recent trip to California, Ben Cornwell explores how processors are rethinking food byproducts, including almond hulls, whey and broken rice, and whether new applications are commercially worthwhile.
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NewsDanone opens Shanghai research hub for Asia-Pacific nutrition innovation
Danone has opened a new Shanghai Research & Innovation Centre to advance nutrition science, microbiome research and digital health across China and Asia-Pacific.
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NewsTesco launches nutrient-dense Plentifuel chilled meals range
Tesco has unveiled Plentifuel, a new range of chilled meals developed with nutritionists to deliver high protein, fibre and essential micronutrients in convenient 300g portions for £3.
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OpinionThe next chapter for food supplements and nutrition – after protein
As consumer demand moves beyond protein, Tetra Pak’s Anna Larsson explores the ingredients, formats and preferences shaping the next generation of functional nutrition products.
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NewsCalcium-rich whey permeate helps maintain bone density in postmenopausal women
A clinical trial involving Arla Foods Ingredients found dairy-derived calcium matched conventional supplements in supporting bone health, highlighting potential functional food applications.
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ArticleGLP-1 food products must deliver more from less, but what can they claim?
GLP-1 use changes how some consumers eat, New Food examines how nutrition science can translate into viable products, with Osborne Clarke’s Charlie Hennig unpacking the claims and regulatory challenges.
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NewsCalifornia targets ultra-processed foods with sweeping new health legislation
California has signed a new health legislation targeting ultra-processed foods, sugary drinks and weight-loss supplements, with updated labelling rules and tighter restrictions.
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NewsTesco launches nitrite-free bacon and ham range
Tesco has introduced a new own-brand range of bacon and ham made without added nitrites, as online consumer searches for such products rise by more than 360 percent year-on-year.
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NewsMushroom fermentation transforms okara into protein-rich ingredient
Scientists at NTU Singapore have used oyster mushroom mycelium to ferment okara, boosting its protein content and transforming its flavour profile from sour to savoury.
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NewsUMass Amherst launches $120m future of food initiative
The University of Massachusetts Amherst has launched a $120 million initiative to address food system challenges, including a new Food Innovation Hub and research centre.
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NewsDutch coalition demands €65m fund to boost plant-based food
A coalition is urging the Dutch government to establish a €65 million annual Plant-Based Acceleration Fund and national action plan, modelled on Denmark’s plant-based food strategy.
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NewsEuropean trials find non-nutritive sweeteners do not undermine weight loss
A review of three major European trials found that replacing sugar with non-nutritive sweeteners did not hinder weight loss, metabolic health or increase sweet cravings.
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ArticleGLP-1 friendly’ has no regulatory definition and manufacturers are shipping it anyway
New Food explains: ‘GLP-1 friendly’ has no regulatory definition. What manufacturers must verify before using the term.
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NewsNestlé agrees $1bn sale of mainstream vitamins business to Yellow Wood Partners
Nestlé has agreed to sell its mainstream vitamins, minerals and supplements business to private equity firm Yellow Wood Partners for $1 billion, sharpening its focus on premium, science-led nutrition.
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ArticleDesigning nutraceuticals around biology, not ingredients
Health claims on nutraceuticals can be limited due to the need for scientific evidence, which traditional products often lack. Here, we introduce a new approach to nutraceutical formulation that marries biology with engineering to address specific health issues – and the results are looking good.
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NewsGatorade study identifies women’s hydration and fuelling gaps
GSSI research finds widespread dehydration, sodium replacement and carbohydrate intake shortfalls, strengthening calls for more personalised guidance for active women.
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NewsNichols targets functional drinks market with Myprotein clear whey water launch
Nichols will challenge milk-based protein drinks with a sugar-free clear whey water range launching across UK retail in September 2026.
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ArticleFrom science to shelf: the rise of pet gut health innovation
Elisabetta Pierangelo, Global Vice President of Research & Development at Mars Pet Nutrition, reveals the latest research that is helping to reshape pet food formulation strategies that prioritise gut health for optimum overall wellness.
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NewsEU approves fibre-based novel food additive targeting weight gain
EU approval of IPE could open new opportunities for satiety-led foods targeting gradual weight gain before drug intervention.