Joint health

PLT targets restorative sleep with botanical blend for aches and pains

26-Feb-2024 By Asia Sherman

Ingredient supplier PLT Health Solutions has entered the sleep category with its new Serezin-branded botanical formula, designed to provide fast-acting pain relief for more restful nights and upbeat days.

MSM may relieve joint discomfort in healthy adults: RCT

11-Dec-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Two grams per day of MSM (methylsulfonylmethane) may reduce joint discomfort in health men and women, says a new study from researchers in Japan.

World Menopause Day

Menopause: An opportunity for businesses and societal change

18-Oct-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Menopausal women are an overlooked demographic in the health and wellness industry, but one that could offer untapped opportunity for businesses, says co-founder of the menopause brand partnership company, Gen M.

Study explores FlexPro MD’s synergistic effect on joint pain and function

27-Sep-2023 By Asia Sherman

FlexPro MD, a multi-ingredient supplement designed to combat inflammation, is well tolerated and effective in reducing joint pain and improving physical function in patients with mild osteoarthritis, according to a recent study.

Postmenopausal women work out too

21-Sep-2023 By Danielle Masterson

Gone are the days of scaled down, pink bottles featuring thin 20-something women. Marketers are beginning to be more inclusive by offering packaging and products that represent reality: athletes of all shapes and sizes—and ages too.

AvailOm omega-3 supplement may reduce joint pain, study finds

05-Sep-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new RCT observes significant reductions in perceived pain following intakes of the AvailOm omega-3 supplement, in healthy adults aged 40 years and over with persistent knee discomfort.

Guzen Development on next-gen salmon nasal cartilage extract for joint health

01-Sep-2023 By Asia Sherman

A low dose of SCP-II – a combination of undenatured collagen and proteoglycan extracted from salmon nasal cartilage – may be more effective than the higher doses of collagen peptides widely consumed for joint pain.

Ingredient integrity study finds Lonza’s collagen viable across a range of formats

11-Aug-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Aiming to enhance collagen stability in food and beverage, a new study conducted by Lonza has found that its UC-II undenatured type II collagen for joint health is viable in various product applications.

Clinical trial supports TamaFlex joint health benefits

13-Jul-2023 By Stephen Daniells

A combination of standardized extracts of tamarind seeds and turmeric may improve joint comfort and function, aerobic capacity, and lower body strength in people with mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis, says a new study.

RCT shows joint health support with OmniActive’s Curcuwin Ultra+

26-Jun-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with a highly bioavailable curcumin formulation may improve knee joint health and mobility in people with mild osteoarthritis, says a new multi-centric, randomized, double-blind, parallel, placebo-controlled study.

Bioiberica’s hyaluronic acid matrix shows promise for muscle health

09-Jun-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Barcelona-based Bioiberica has reported that its Mobilee-branded hyaluronic acid matrix ingredient for mobility may play a role against sarcopenia by boosting muscle cell size and production, and protecting against muscle damage.

Novel mobile app gives real-world support for hydrolyzed cartilage matrix’s joint health benefits

18-May-2023

Daily oral Colartix hydrolyzed cartilage matrix (HCM) supplementation may improve joint discomfort in a wide variety of people, according to real-world data collected using a novel mobile app.

NOW Pets launches joint mobility supplement for dogs and cats

10-May-2023 By Asia Sherman

Natural products manufacturer NOW has added a new UC-II Advanced Joint Mobility Supplement for cats and dogs to its pet product line.

Marketing sports nutrition products for menopausal women

20-Apr-2023 By Danielle Masterson

A variety of products are geared toward youth and seniors, but where do women in their 50s fit?

VITAFOODS PREVIEW

PLT to launch novel cognitive, joint, and cardiovascular health ingredients

13-Apr-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

PLT Health Solutions, Inc is launching a new "breakthrough" ingredient called Nutricog Cognitive Performance Complex at Vitafoods Europe.

Novel cucumber iminosugar supports joint function and mobility: Study

17-Mar-2023 By Asia Sherman

A novel bioactive carbohydrate and dietary supplement ingredient marketed as Q-actin improved joint function and mobility in adults with moderate joint health issues, according to a recent study.

ADM on pet supplements: ‘Everything that is visible is a concern to a pet owner’

10-Feb-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Pet ownership soared during the pandemic and pet parents became attuned to the health of their canine and feline companions. Pet supplements will soon be a billion dollar category in the US, but there remains at least one exciting white space…

Q&A: Bella Grace’s chief innovation officer talks collagen matrix and influencer marketing

18-Jan-2023 By Asia Sherman

Tampa-based start-up Bella Grace – which defines itself as a superior luxury and lifestyle brand developed by some of the greatest minds in the industry – is looking to disrupt the collagen market with a new elixir. The proprietary blend combines Gelita’s...

Pura Collagen on success amid Brexit, pandemic

07-Nov-2022 By Danielle Masterson

Just as the UK entered a new trading relationship with the EU, the economy was thrown another curveball with the pandemic. But with a little strategic foresight and a lot of humor, Jennifer Mo is taking the situation in stride.

Arjuna highlights botanical blend for quick pain relief at SupplySide West

18-Oct-2022 By Danielle Masterson

The frankincense and turmeric blend were the subject of a new study that found it to be just as effective at half dose.

Study on lameness in horses opens up new market for Ayurvedic joint health formula

13-Sep-2022 By Hank Schultz

A study on horses has opened up a new market for an herbal combination shown to reduce joint pain and inflammation in humans.

Study supports urolithin A's potential for mitochondrial function & joint health

12-Sep-2022 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

An investigation into the effect of urolithin A (UA) on mitophagy and mitochondrial function in knee joint cells shows supplementation improved mitochondrial health and had positive effects on joint function and mobility in both healthy and osteoarthritis...

Large, long-term Australian study finds krill oil provides knee pain relief

01-Aug-2022 By Hank Schultz

A long term, relatively large study found that krill oil showed a marked improvement of osteoarthritis symptoms over placebo for a middle aged study population.

Hops extract may ease knee joint pain, help sleep: RCT

29-Jul-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with a standardized extract from hops may ease knee joint pain for people with osteoarthritis, and reduce pain-associated sleep disruptions, says a new trial.

PLT Health Solutions ingredient supports joints, study shows

22-Jul-2022 By Kavitha Sivasubramaniam

PLT Health Solutions' Boswellia serrata-based ingredient aids joints and improves their function, according to new clinical research.

Eggshell membrane improves joint functionality in knee osteoarthritis, study shows

07-Jun-2022 By Asia Sherman

A new study published in Nutrients builds upon research that demonstrates the efficacy of eggshell membrane in alleviating chronic pain and disability associated with knee osteoarthritis.

FutureCeuticals to launch joint health ingredient in EU market at Vitafoods

05-May-2022 By Hank Schultz

FutureCeuticals, a family owned company based in Illinois, has announced that its joint health ingredient FruiteX-B will now be available in the EU.

RCT supports low dose UC-II collagen’s joint benefits for young healthy people

11-Apr-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Low doses of Lonza’s UC-II undenatured type II collagen may boost knee joint flexibility in young people who experience activity-related joint discomfort, says a new study.

OmniActive’s new curcumin shows 144x bioavailability at low doses vs standard curcumin: Study

23-Mar-2022 By Stephen Daniells

OmniActive Health Technologies’ new Curcuwin Ultra+ ingredient, launched last fall in the US, is effective at boosting curcuminoid levels in the body at a “considerably smaller dose” than standard curcumin.

Bioiberica partners with ByHealth to enhance joint health range

03-Mar-2022 By Kavitha Sivasubramaniam

Global life science business Bioiberica has teamed up with Chinese vitamin and dietary supplements provider ByHealth to expand its joint health product portfolio with the introduction of collagen tablets in China.

New data to help Ayurvedic combo widen unique niche in joint category, developer says

24-Jan-2022 By Hank Schultz

A new study on TamaFlex, an ingredient arising out of the Ayurvedic tradition, has shown benefits in a population with knee osteoarthritis, bolstering the scientific backing for the ingredient.

Study shows Dolcas’ Curcugen ingredient cut knee pain and stiffness

19-Jan-2022 By Hank Schultz

A proprietary curcumin extract relieved knee pain and stiffness in a study of subjects suffering from osteoarthritis, the supplier announced recently.

Guest article

Collagen: Going beyond skin deep

20-Dec-2021 By Len Monheit, Executive Director, Collagen Stewardship Alliance

Collagen has become ubiquitous, perhaps even a poster child, for broad health and wellness as the audience for this exciting ingredient has continued to expand in recent years. This growth is expected to continue into 2022 and beyond, and as is the case...

NXT awarded composition patent on TamaFlex botanical extract combo

23-Nov-2021 By Hank Schultz

The ingredient is a combination of extracts of tamarind seed (Tamarindus indica) and turmeric (Curcuma longa). The new use patent claims a synergistic action for these two constituents.

Cutting-edge vegan ingredient claims to mimic human collagen

01-Sep-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

New 'vegan collagen' brand VeCollal, in collaboration with AminoLabs, has created an ingredient which claims to mimic the amino acid profile of human collagen exactly.

Chicken collagen may improve joint health measures versus placebo: Study

13-Aug-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with a hydrolyzed chicken collagen type II supplement may lead to significant improvements in WOMAC scores, according to findings from a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial.

Study: Low-dose turmeric effective for knee pain after workouts

05-Aug-2021 By Danielle Masterson

India-based Nutriventia brand from Inventia Healthcare Ltd., has announced a new study on its turmeric ingredient.

Joint discomfort eased by hydrolysed type II chicken collagen supplements, study finds

26-Jul-2021 By Will Chu

Hydrolysed type II chicken collagen in supplement form is effective in reducing joint pain and stiffness and in improving joint function among healthy adults, US researchers suggest.

Natural Remedies gets Clean Label, BSCG certifications on water soluble turmeric ingredient

08-Jul-2021 By Hank Schultz

Indian ingredient supplier Natural Remedies has announced new clean label and drug testing certifications on its Turmacin turmeric ingredient, which could boost the uptake of the ingredient in sports nutrition formulations.

Subscription model forces Purity Products to focus on quality, efficacy, exec claims

07-Jul-2021 By Hank Schultz

Focusing on products that consumers want for the long haul and providing formulas that provide measurable benefits are what have helped Purity Products succeed long term, according to a company official.

PEA supplements may reduce joint discomfort: Study

03-May-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Two weeks of supplementation with palmitoylethanolamide, an endocannabinoid-like molecule with potent anti-inflammatory properties, may reduce joint discomfort and improving quality of life in adults, says a new study.

Lonza says it's filling gap in US market with new organic collagen ingredient

20-Apr-2021 By Hank Schultz

Swiss ingredient manufacturer Lonza has expanded the reach of it UC-II branded line of collagen with a new organic option, which fills in what the company characterizes as a gap in the market in the United States.

Gelita study finds collagen peptides reduce knee joint discomfort in adults

17-Feb-2021 By Will Chu

Tests carried out on collagen peptides suggests they may play a role in reducing the intensity of knee joint pain in healthy adults, potentially delaying the onset of chronic degenerative joint diseases.

Kerry partners with Pharma Foods International for development of joint health technology

15-Feb-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Ireland’s Kerry has agreed a strategic licensing partnership with Japan’s Pharma Foods International Co. Ltd. for the development, application and global sales of a joint health ingredient technology for functional foods and dietary supplements.

Curcumin-fenugreek complex outperforms glucosamine-chondroitin for joint health benefits: Study

11-Dec-2020 By Stephen Daniells

A curcumin-fenugreek complex (CurQfen) may produce greater improvements in joint pain, stiffness, and physical functions in people with osteoarthritis compared to glucosamine-chondroitin, says a new study from India.

Joint health ingredient developer says market overdue for new product backed by solid data

19-Nov-2020 By Hank Schultz

The developer of a new ingredient called TamaFlex said its synergistic pairing of Ayurvedic constituents will help breathe life into the somnolescent joint health category.