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Calling all nutraceutical innovators: Vitafoods Europe Innovation Awards return in 2026

Following a successful first edition in 2025, Informa Markets has announced the return of the Vitafoods Europe Innovation Awards to celebrate the nutraceutical industry’s most exciting and groundbreaking advancements. Serving as a key platform for recognising nutraceutical excellence, the awards will take place during Vitafoods Europe 2026 on 5 May, once again spotlighting the outstanding […]

Advanced CBD Formulations: Personalized Approaches in Hypertension and Sex-Specific Absorption Insights

This review examines cannabidiol (CBD) as a non-psychotropic cannabinoid with growing clinical and nutraceutical relevance. It highlights regulatory-approved CBD medicines and focuses on novel lipid-based formulations designed to improve oral bioavailability. Results from two randomized crossover studies demonstrate enhanced absorption, sex-dependent pharmacokinetics, and CYP450 genotype – related metabolic differences using a lipophilic CBD formulation. Improved cardiovascular outcomes and minimal adverse effects were observed. The findings emphasize the importance of personalized dosing, advanced delivery systems, and improved professional education on CBD use.

Author: Ana Batinić, M.pharm, PhD in Toxycology

Microbiome Innovation in Oral Care

Oral health plays a key role in overall well-being, with growing evidence linking it to systemic inflammation, metabolism, and immune function. Advances in microbiome science are shifting oral care from antimicrobial control to targeted microbiome modulation.

Global Trends in Omega-3 Ingredients: Formulation and Processing Challenges

The global omega-3 market is growing steadily due to aging populations, preventive healthcare trends, and broad acceptance of EPA and DHA as essential nutrients. Innovation is driven by sustainable sources such as algae, premium concentrates, and improved traceability. Delivery formats are expanding beyond capsules into gummies, powders, and functional foods through advanced encapsulation technologies. Ongoing challenges include oxidation, taste, dose density, and bioavailability. Long-term success will depend on combining scientific credibility, technological innovation, sustainability, and regulatory compliance.

Author: Daria Šurić, MPharm, univ. spec.

ACG Packaging Materials Launches SuperPod

ACG Packaging Materials, which manufactures the world’s widest range of film and foil blister and lidding products, has launched its breakthrough cold-form blister technology, SuperPod™. Delivering meaningful advances in sustainability and efficiency, SuperPod™ enables blister cavities to become dramatically smaller – by up to 39 per cent in some cases while maintaining full barrier performance […]