Hydration Through Diet, Supplements and Food for Special Medicinal Purposes
From everyday nutrition to clinical solutions: exploring how diet, food supplements, and foods for special medical purposes contribute to optimal hydration, enhance bioavailability, support physical performance, and address the complex challenges of fluid balance across diverse populations.
Author: Daria Šurić, MPharm, univ.spec.pharm.
Ginseng as a Triple-Target Ingredient: Mood, Menopause & Sexual Wellness
Published in Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Care Sciences (June 2025), a recent triple-blind randomized controlled trial brings renewed scientific and commercial attention to Panax ginseng as a multifunctional ingredient targeting three high-demand health areas: mood balance, menopause support, and female sexual wellness. For formulators and marketers alike, these findings present a timely opportunity to revisit […]
Optimizing Vitamin D Function: The Overlooked Role of Magnesium, Calcium Balance, and the Gut Microbiome
Recent insights into nutrient metabolism highlight a triad of critical importance for clinicians: vitamin D activation, calcium-to-magnesium (Ca:Mg) intake ratio, and the gut microbiome.
TrichAnalytics: Transforming Elemental Analysis for Health and the Environment
From personal inspiration to global innovation: Dr. Jennie Christensen, founder and CEO of TrichAnalytics, on pioneering non-invasive tissue analysis with LA-ICP-MS — advancing sustainability, supplement validation, and environmental monitoring.
PCOS And Gut Health
Emerging research highlights a strong link between gut microbiota and the pathophysiology of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Dysbiosis in the gut may contribute to metabolic, hormonal, and inflammatory imbalances commonly seen in PCOS patients. Understanding this connection opens new avenues for targeted therapies, including dietary strategies, probiotics, and microbiota-based interventions.
AUTHOR: Sara Kralj, MSc, Master in Nutrition
Fine Foods @ Vitafoods Europe 2025: A New Identity and Innovation Take Centre Stage in Barcelona
Fine Foods made a remarkable impression at Vitafoods Europe 2025, marking a pivotal moment in its evolution as a leading Health and Beauty CSDMO. The event served as the perfect stage to unveil the Group’s new positioning and visual identity, reinforcing its commitment to delivering innovative, service-driven solutions. With a strong presence and an expanded product portfolio, Fine Foods showcased its ability to anticipate market trends and support consumer well-being across all life stages.
Elastin, the secret of skin elasticity
Elastin is a vital extracellular matrix protein that provides elasticity and resilience to various tissues. Its unique ability to undergo reversible deformation distinguishes it from other structural proteins such as collagen. The synthesis and organization of elastin are tightly regulated processes involving specific cross-linking amino acids that ensure its long-term durability. Understanding elastin’s structure and function is essential for comprehending skin aging and developing antiaging solutions.
Specialty Supplements Market Report for M&A, Expansion, and Competitive Benchmarking (2025–2034)
The Business Research Company’s Specialty Supplements Market Report for M&A, Expansion, and Competitive Benchmarking (2025–2034)
Symrise introduces SymLash® XTreme for enhanced eyelash density and holistic eye beauty care
Symrise announces the launch of SymLash® XTreme. It is thus improving its leading and trusted eyelash enhancement technology and continuing to set standards. The patented SymLash® XTreme is made of a redesigned lipopeptide with troxerutin. It noticeably enhances eyelash density in two weeks, while also protecting eyelash follicles. Its ready-to-use liquid format makes it easy to formulate into a variety of eye cosmetics.
Beetroot, Nitric Oxide and Their Impact on Menopausal Women
Beetroot juice has garnered increasing attention as a natural dietary intervention due to its rich nitrate content and its ability to enhance nitric oxide (NO) production in the body.