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CRN Encourages Greater Inclusion of Dietary Supplements in Dietary Guidelines
The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) acknowledged efforts of the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee in reviewing extensive data on nutrient intake in the United States, but expressed “disappointment” that the guidelines do not consider scientific evidence pertaining to dietary supplements. According to CRN, the report revealed troubling trends, particularly how Americans’ diets consistently fall short of aligning with Dietary Guidelines recommendations, leading ...
The Prebiotic Benefits of Acacia Gum and Baobab Fibers
If you’ve been part of the dietary supplement industry for the past few years, you will certainly have seen the increased popularity of the biotics market (pre-, pro- and postbiotics). In particular, prebiotics have seen significant growth, with a global valuation of $6.67 billion in 2023, and an expected compound annual growth rate of 6.3 ...
Study From University of Minnesota Reveals Bioactives in Plant-Based Fiber
New research from the University of Minnesota suggests more reasons people should be prioritizing fiber in their diets. The study was a collaboration between the university and Brightseed Bioactives, a biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, CA. Researchers found each plant source of insoluble dietary fiber contains unique bioactives which are compounds linked to ...
A Simple Dried Fruit for Constipation Also Supports Bone Health
Prunes, or as they are more increasingly being referred to, “dried plums,” have been a go-to natural (and tasty) way to compel sluggish colons to get moving. But now, researchers of a newly published review found that prunes can help prevent or delay bone loss in postmenopausal women, possibly due to their ability to reduce inflammation ...
New USDA Nutrition Guidelines Recommend Supplements for Pregnant Women
New guidelines released by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) underscore the need for expanding access to nutritional supplements, as more Americans look for ways to promote their health during the COVID-19 health crisis. Specifically, USDA’s guidelines recommend folic acid supplements for pregnant women and women who could become pregnant in order to prevent birth defects. “This ...
FDA Grants Citizen Petition on Glucomannan as a Dietary Fiber
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that it intends to propose that “glucomannan” be added to the definition of dietary fiber. The action is being taken in response to a citizen petition from The Food Lawyers (California). Dietary fiber that can be declared on the Nutrition and Supplement Facts labels includes certain naturally ...
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