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NutraCast: Pendulum bets on prebiotics with Gut Fuel as GLP-1 buzz reshapes market
01 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Biotech company Pendulum Therapeutics is expanding beyond probiotics with the launch of Gut Fuel, a prebiotic fiber and polyphenol blend designed to s...
NutraCast: All grown up—Energy drinks shift from stimulation to systems
10 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
For years, energy drinks have been built around one simple promise: more stimulation. But as consumers start using these beverages as part of everyday...
NutraCast: From SEO to GEO: How AI is redefining visibility for supplement brands
03 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As AI tools reshape how consumers discover dietary supplements, brands may be chasing the wrong signals, according to HALO Comms co-founder Derek De V...
NutraCast: Making fiber sexy: Is it the secret to healthspan and longevity?
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Longevity continues to dominate wellness, largely driven by the buzz around peptides, wearables and high-tech interventions. However, Dr. Karan Rajan,...
NutraCast: No more ‘me too’ brands: Elevate Organic’s bet on clinical proof, certification and regeneration
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After helping scale Garden of Life into a category leader, founders Brian Upton and Hank Ramsey are starting over with Elevate Organic—a new supplem...
NutraCast: Amazon’s new supplement policy could trigger delistings
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dietary supplement brands selling on Amazon face a new compliance hurdle as the platform prepares to roll out an updated policy on March 31 that will ...
NutraCast: Is mentorship the most overlooked growth driver in the supplement industry?
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The dietary supplement industry often talks about scaling brands, supply chain pressure and navigating regulatory scrutiny, but the teamwork required ...
NutraCast: The rise of personalized menopausal care in the supplement industry with SEASON34
13 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
When CEO Irene Rojas Stanbury could not find relief for her own perimenopausal symptoms, she decided to create the solution herself. Teaming up with h...
NutraCast: How AI is changing the way supplements are shopped and purchased
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Data science and AI solutions provider Tredence said AI is changing how businesses operate and even think, with retailers going from being ‘just a r...
NutraCast: Dr. Coetzee on personalized nutrition, psychoneutrogenomics and why anaerobic bacteria is the next big thing
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Oscar Coetzee, VP of education and clinical support at Designs for Health, shared his unconventional career journey from psychology to nutritional...
NutraCast: How Alethios is bringing clinical trials home
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The biggest barrier to clinical research is not always science, it is often access. Zeenia Framroze, CEO of Alethios, saw the inequity and decided to ...
NutraCast: Is fiber the new protein?
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A new trend report examines why consumers are tapping into functional foods over supplements for fiber, how GLP-1 users are driving prebiotic adoption...
NutraCast: The hidden epidemic of unapproved research peptides
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Banned Substances Control Group’s Oliver Catlin recently partnered with the Associated Press to expose something shocking: research peptides markete...
NutraCast: The emotional toll of GLP-1 meds
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New research from Chemi Nutra highlights how GLP-1 users want to maintain the benefits of the medication while feeling like their former selves, revea...
NutraCast: How US trade policy is disrupting the supplement supply chain, threatening quality
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tariffs meant to boost U.S. manufacturing might actually be pushing companies away from American investment. Chase Johnston, vice president of operati...
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24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Nutracast: The push for nutrition education in medical school
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Despite nutrition playing a critical role in preventing chronic diseases, the subject is not sufficiently incorporated into medical education. However...
NutraCast: Is the mycobiome the key to healthy aging?
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
While bacteria often dominates microbiome discussions, the mycobiome—the fungal community within our bodies—plays an equally crucial role in healt...
NutraCast: How modern freeze-drying tech is reshaping nutraceuticals
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Walt Pebley, chief scientific officer at OFD Life Sciences, gives listeners a guided tour of the evolution of freeze-drying. The lyophilization vet ha...
NutraCast: Bevi wants to solve America’s focus crisis, starting at the water cooler
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The company behind Smart Water Coolers just launched Focus Blend, a functional enhancement that combines caffeine, L-theanine, magnesium and B vitamin...
NutraCast: The Vitamin Angels push to close maternal nutrition gaps
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nutritional maternal health in the U.S. has high rates of nutrient deficiencies, leading to risks like anemia, preeclampsia, low birth weight and sign...
NutraCast: Well-intentioned regulations that could backfire
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Council for Responsible Nutrition is ringing the alarm on two bills, one impacting pregnant women in California, the other, minors in New York.
NutraCast: Why GLP‑1s, sustainability and TikTok are the next frontier of wellness
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nielsen IQ recently released its The Next Frontier of Wellness Report. The leading global consumer intelligence company identified several trends shap...
NutraCast: Nutrabolt on the ‘Energy Drink 2.0′ revolution
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Once dominated by a few established brands that relied on high-sugar, high-caffeine formulas for an energy boost, today’s energy drink market is lar...
NutraCast: Herbalife on its ‘new generation’ approach to weight management
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Demand for weight management supplements is on the rise, with the global market size estimated at over 33 billion currently and projected to reach ove...
NutraCast: Beyond prenatals: Folate’s crucial role in methylation, women’s health and more
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Folate, also known as vitamin B9, is a vital nutrient that plays a pivotal role in cell growth and development. The CDC recommends all women capable o...
NutraCast: Tapping into the estrobolome
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As awareness of gut health grows, so do more specific areas of the microbiome, such as gut-brain axis, the gut-skin axis and the gut-hormone axis. For...
NutraCast: The market, regulatory landscape and opportunity for peptides and bioregulators
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
BioLongevity Labs is a health optimization company that focuses on peptides, bioregulators and small molecules. While much of the biohacking community...
NutraCast: Ritual’s defining prenatal health research
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Although a large majority of pregnant women in the United States use prenatal vitamins, not all are created equal—and most have not been studied in ...
NutraCast: How ancestral pressures are shaping modern health behaviors
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Trends are always a hot topic, but what about reasoning behind those trends? What motivations, social dynamics and experiences shape our decisions whe...
NutraCast: How to win in the MLM marketplace
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s no secret that direct sellers and multi-level marketers have suffered in recent years with the rise of social media. Last year Rodan + Fields a...
NutraCast: Christina Rahm on forging a new standard for clean manufacturing
18 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Xoted Biotechnology Labs is putting science and sustainability at the forefront by launching a new R&D facility in Spartanburg County, South Carolina.
NutraCast: The new probiotic predicted to transform oral health
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ostia Sciences Inc. and EXPERT’Biome recently announced a new oral care probiotic through contract development and manufacturing organization Lallem...
NutraCast: How Zest is making cognitive health assessments more accessible
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
London-based Zest is offering a Precision Memory Assessment (PREMAZ) test, which aims to detect subtle cognitive changes that may occur decades before...
NutraCast: Evvy connects the gut, vaginal and urinary health dots
20 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Evvy, a vaginal microbiome testing and care company, launched in 2021 with a mission to close the gender health gap by leveraging overlooked female bi...
NutraCast: TruShield takes on banned substances with new program
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Athletes often rely on dietary supplements to take their performance up a notch, but poor quality supplements could also be what holds them back if th...
NutraCast: Kerry showcases flavor innovation in supplements
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kerry Group recently released its Supplement Taste Charts using the latest consumer insights and trend data for the flavors driving demand.
NutraCast: New survey reveals trends, insights in cognitive health
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
OmniActive Health Technologies has released a new survey, offering insights the company considers essential for guiding the development of future heal...
NutraCast: Citruslabs launches grant program to bridge research gaps
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Research in women’s health, mental health, sleep and longevity has long been underfunded despite growing demand for innovation in these vital areas....
NutraCast: Innovations and insights in the plant protein market
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Phil Vigeant, CEO and cofounder of PlantFusion, says active consumers should consider plant protein.
NutraCast: Millennials’ impact on women’s health, the gut-gyno axis and more
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
While women have been historically underserved, the last decade has witnessed a rise in products dedicated to improving women’s health—tackling is...
NutraCast: Radicle Science’s co-founder on AI accelerating personalization and why diversity matters
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
McKinsey’s ‘Future of Wellness’ report found that nearly one in five consumers and one in three millennials in the U.S. prefer personalized well...
NutraCast: Tapping into into the subconscious mind to understand consumer behavior
18 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Consumer surveys have informed market research since the late 1800s, but traditional methods only scratch the surface—prompting one company to push ...
NutraCast: Axiom Foods tackles heavy metal contamination in plant proteins
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Los Angeles-based Axiom Foods recently debuted Oryzatein 2.0, the first patented plant protein with no detectable levels of lead, according to indepen...
NutraCast: The importance of diversifying supply chains amid a geopolitical crisis
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The dietary supplement industry relies heavily on other regions for ingredients. With today’s ever-changing geopolitical climate, Craig Koffler, VP ...
NutraCast: doTERRA’s Kirk Jowers on the rise of essential oils
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The CEO discusses the rapid evolution of the essential oils market over the past decade and doTERRA’s role in driving this growth and innovation.
NutraCast: Delivering on women’s health: How a meal service took the market by storm
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Without any marketing, Chiyo became the top Google search result for postpartum nutrition, attracting thousands of pre-orders and recognition from The...
NutraCast: Move Nutrition on building bridges in sports nutrition
14 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Two years ago, the founder of 24 Stories Marketing launched Move Nutrition Network, a platform that connects researchers, brands, dieticians and train...
NutraCast: The Akkermansia Co. on its ‘happy coincidence’ for weight management
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Akkermansia Company launched into the U.S. consumer market in 2024, introducing a gut health product with Akkermansia muciniphila, a bacterium dis...
NutraCast: NutraShure on why butyrate will be ‘a household name’
14 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After launching NutraShure amid the pandemic, Brandon Sojka set out to develop a novel, non-mineral based butyrate source using L-lysine.
NutraCast: Spencer Lynn’s ‘boots on the ground’ approach to sports nutrition
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With his diverse background in athletics, the army and now the business side of sports nutrition, Lynn brings a unique perspective to helping athletes...
NutraCast: Everything you need to know about USP’s Dietary Supplement Verification Program
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The U.S. Pharmacopeia’s Emily Rose Britton, PhD, pulls back the curtain on the organization’s Dietary Supplement Verification Program.
NutraCast: Canomiks on revolutionizing botanical testing and the challenges in biotech
17 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One biotech company is leveraging genomics and AI to validate, test and certify the biological efficacy and safety of botanical ingredients.
NutraCast: Microbiome trends shaping the future
10 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Comet’s latest trend report covers everything from health areas beyond the gut to choosing the right prebiotics for formulations.
NutraCast: Conquering IBS during the holidays with Gutivate’s Erin Judge, RD
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The holiday season is in full swing—and while many will be singing ‘All I Want for Christmas is You’—some will be thinking ‘All I want is so...
Nutracast: The ‘Realistic wellness’ movement with Jelly IV founder
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When you think of purchasing dietary supplement products, retailers like Amazon or The Vitamin Shoppe may come to mind. But for Ravee Chen, his goal i...
NutraCast: US Hemp Authority’s new certification program and the state of the hemp industry
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As the hemp industry rapidly evolves, the U.S. Hemp Authority, a third-party certification body for hemp and CBD products, recently launched its Adult...
NutraCast: Healthy aging breakthroughs: ChromaDex's 25-year journey
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
For the past 25 years, Chromadex has been at the forefront of innovation and research in healthy aging. Rob Fried, the company's CEO, reflects on its ...
NutraCast: 'Uniting for a higher purpose': The story behind DSHEA
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the 30th anniversary of the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994, we sat down with United Natural Products Association (UNPA) Presid...
NutraCast: From firewalking to plant discovery, Chris Kilham takes us on a global botanical adventure
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Botanical extraction company Groupe Berkem recently announced its Global Plant Exploration initiative. The effort includes sending a team to travel ar...
NutraCast: The Rise of iHerb: From start-up to global e-commerce giant
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the 1990s, iHerb started out as a small California start-up selling St. John's Wort online but quickly saw global demand, receiving orders from fiv...
NutraCast: Optimizing and destigmatizing men’s reproductive health
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Infertility affects one in six couples worldwide, and despite the burden typically placed on the woman, the root cause of infertility is equally split...
NutraCast: What millennial women want: Glanbia Nutritionals on key health trends - Europe #1
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Glanbia details how the company's research is informing its nutritional offerings to meet the evolving needs of female consumers.
Nutracast: Inside Bayer's innovations in self care, personalized nutrition and healthy aging
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With more than 160 years in business, Bayer explains how it keeps up with the modern day consumer and shares updates from its Health Division.
NutraCast: Fitbiomics on why women are the ultimate biohackers
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Biohacking can take various forms, from exercise optimization to the use of wearables or the simple act of drinking a cup of coffee. Biohacking is cur...
NutraCast: Launching a supplement brand in the beauty retail industry
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The CEO of Imaraïs joined the NutraCast to discuss the ins and outs of pioneering a new category of clean, plant-based, clinically-backed ingestible ...
NutraCast: Plant sterols: The heart health ingredient hiding in plain sight
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s no secret that food is a major part of managing cholesterol, with plant sterols playing an especially valuable role. But is today’s Western d...
NutraCast: Trends, challenges and innovations in the evolving gummy market - Europe #2
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The global gummy market is expected to reach $48.5 billion by 2028, driven by the demand for efficacious yet good-tasting supplement formats. Brands a...
NutraCast: LifeVantage on adapting its direct selling model for the modern consumer
23 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hair and skincare brand Rodan + Fields' recent decision to abandon its multi-level direct selling model marks a significant industry shift, and it’s...
Nutracast: Pure Branding leverages psychographic segmentation to capture consumer sentiment
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Three quarters of Americans take dietary supplements and that number continues to grow, especially post-pandemic. Pure Branding, a strategic consultin...
NutraCast: TINA.org exposes ACV brands misleading consumers
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The advertising watchdog recently explored the divide between the marketing and the science pertaining to popular apple cider vinegar supplements.
NutraCast: Mushrooms from China? Why Nammex says yes
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
China has a rich tradition of growing, cultivating, studying and using mushrooms in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Deep-rooted expertise, historical ba...
NutraCast: MegaFood tackles misinformation by leaning into women’s health with MegaWell Collective
19 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
New Hampshire-based MegaFood has unveiled its fully-integrated ambassador platform to provide practical, credible advice on health and wellness topics...
NutraCast: Microbiologist breaks down myths, misconceptions about GMO probiotics
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Zack Abbott, founder and CEO of ZBiotics, says the science supporting probiotics is inconsistent because like a fingerprint, everyone has a unique ...
NutraCast: USP advocates for regulatory reform in dietary supplement industry
28 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Since the passage of DSHEA in 1994, the dietary supplement industry has expanded from about 4,000 products to an estimated 80,000 today. With 80% of U...
NutraCast: Exploring ‘green gold’ with the Kava Coalition
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kava has been used as a ceremonial drink in the Pacific Islands for hundreds of years and is now gaining popularity globally. But the rise to populari...
NutraCast: You gotta fight for your right to sell supps
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Several states and most recently the platform TikTok have placed tighter restrictions on dietary supplements, causing concern for many in the industry...
NutraCast: Exploring key differences in regulatory frameworks governing dietary supplements in the U.S. and the EU
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The European Union and the United States operate with different regulations for dietary supplements, including labeling, marketing, food additives and...
NutraCast: Is aronia berry the next elderberry? Mintel thinks so.
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mintel recently launched Ingredientscape AI, a new landscaping tool that helps brands discover the fastest-growing ingredients using robust data from ...
NutraCast: New History on appealing to the urban athlete
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lifestyle and nutrition company New History is on a mission to close the nutrition gap in inner city communities through high quality sports nutrition...
NutraCast: GNC’s CEO on forging solid partnerships
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From partnering with the American Diabetes Association to collaborating with SuperGut and online influencers, relationships are a significant aspect o...
NutraCast: A supplement for hearing health? You heard right.
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
According to a consumer survey by CRN and IPSOS, 74% of U.S. adults take supplements. And while the most common one is the multivitamin, a lot of user...
NutraCast: Bioharvest Sciences on replicating plant cells and meeting demand amid war
03 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Armed with resilience, commitment and a passion for plant bioactives, Israel based-biotech company Bioharvest Sciences continues to meet consumer dema...
NutraCast: Biohacking cellular health via supplements that mimic fasting
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There is a wide array of clinical benefits of fasting such as improved mood and cognition, balanced immune responses, enhanced energy, improvements in...
NutraCast: Navigating pitfalls and exploring opportunities for dietary supplement entrepreneurs
19 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to starting a dietary supplement brand from scratch, there is a lot to consider: suppliers, contract manufacturers, regulations, supply ...
NutraCast: Metabolism tracking with Lumen
12 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We track our steps, our sleep, our cycles and so much more—so why not track our metabolism? While research shows that a healthy metabolism is crucia...
NutraCast: Sports Research celebrates 44 years with rebrand, reflects on highs and lows over the years
05 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Family-owned and operated Sports Research recently debuted its "The Sport of Life" campaign, which expands its rebranding initiative that kicked off e...
NutraCast: NFL explores CBD for pain management and athletic training
22 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The National Football League (NFL) is partnering with Canadian researchers on a clinical trial to test the safety and efficacy of CBD for pain managem...
NutraCast: How M2 Ingredients keeps up with functional mushroom demand
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As awareness builds around the different species, mushrooms are attracting attention for benefits outside of immune support.
NutraCast: Exploring the connection of ‘science to sales’
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The dietary supplement industry has come a long way. A significant number of new dietary supplement products have appeared in the marketplace since Co...
NutraCast: Tracking pet supplement trends with MarketPlace
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As we gear up for Expo West, we can expect to see exciting trends like personalized nutrition, biotics and ingredients such as mushrooms—but those t...
NutraCast: Safety considerations for dietary supplement manufacturers
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A new paper is out titled “Safety Considerations for Dietary Supplement Manufacturers in the United States", co-authored by Jay Sirois, PhD, VP of r...
NutraCast: Remaining selective in sourcing amid limited fish oil supply
09 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From limited supply to the need for more consumer education, the fish oil industry is facing a number of challenges. However, there are still a lot of...
NutraCast: Exploring trends and tapping biotic opportunities
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comet recently conducted research that revealed four biotics macro market trends that highlight major opportunities in food, beverage and supplement d...
NutraCast: Exploring the landscape of the supplement industry for athletes
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered how athletes harness the power of supplements in this ever-evolving industry? Jordan Bokser, founder and director of sales & bu...
NutraCast: Do you know about ‘Asian Glow’? Alcohol flush reaction, explained
19 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve all heard of dairy or gluten intolerances, but what about alcohol intolerance? If you’re of Asian descent, this likely isn’t breaking news...
NutraCast: New year, new trends with Vitaquest
12 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the new year so you know what that means—new trends. So what is trending in herbs and botanicals? And what are some of the key factors influe...
NutraCast: Are energy drinks under attack? FoodChain ID weighs in
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As caffeine content in energy drinks climbs to new heights, some countries and retailers are banning the products or imposing age restrictions. In the...