Supplement Industry News

Key Takeaways University of Pittsburgh Leads $6.5M Antiaging Trial: A major clinical trial is investigating whether kaempferol, a natural antioxidant, can slow biological aging by bolstering mitochondrial function. Mintel Identifies...

Key Takeaways Texas AG Investigates Protein Powders: An industry-wide probe has been launched over heavy metal contamination concerns in plant-based protein powders. FDA Moves Against 7-OH Products: Warning letters issued...

Key Takeaways Texas AG Investigates Protein Powders: An industry-wide probe has been launched over heavy metal contamination concerns in plant-based protein powders. TikTok Shop Tightens Compliance: Mérieux NutriSciences has been...

Supplement Industry Daily Briefing: June 01, 2026 Key Takeaways The Gummy-ification Wave: Unilever's $1.2 billion acquisition of Grüns highlights the explosive growth of gummy formats, sparking intense debate with industry...

Key Takeaways Danone Exits Lifeway Foods: Danone sells its 23% stake for $67.4 million, ending a long takeover battle to focus on its own gut health brands. Dietary Supplements Access...

Supplement Industry Daily Briefing: May 20, 2026 Key Takeaways Major Acquisitions: Healthy Extracts acquires Imaraïs Beauty, entering the $730B beauty market, while Euglena and Grøntvedt Biotech expand their portfolios. FDA...

Key Takeaways Personalized Nutrition Expands: Function's acquisition of SuppCo signals a major shift toward combining biomarker testing with independent supplement verification. Bioavailability Innovations Win Big: EVANIUM's dual-coated berberine and MartinBauer's...

Key Takeaways Multivitamin May Slow Aging: A recent study suggests daily multivitamin use could slow biological aging by approximately four months over two years. AG1 Enters Ulta Beauty: The supplement...

Key Takeaways FDA Leadership Shakeup: Commissioner Marty Makary resigns amid internal friction, leaving the dietary supplement industry watching closely for future regulatory direction. Major Industry Consolidation: Unilever acquires greens supplement...

Key Takeaways TopGum Expands: TopGum Industries acquires PL Developments for $35M to boost US gummy manufacturing. Laird Superfood Acquisition: Laird acquires Terrasoul Superfoods in a $48M deal backed by Nexus...

Key Takeaways MOSH Secures $13M: Brain health nutrition brand MOSH raised $13 million to expand its product line and launch nationwide at Target. TopGum Enters Pharma Market: TopGum Industries acquired...

Key Takeaways Unilever Acquires Grüns: The CPG giant has agreed to acquire gummy supplement brand Grüns for a reported $1.2 billion, signaling a major shift towards functional wellness. Amazon Quality...

Key Takeaways TopGum Expands U.S. Footprint: A $35 million acquisition of PLD's gummy operations establishes a major FDA-standard manufacturing platform for TopGum in the U.S. Ashwagandha Leaf Ban Sparks Debate:...

Key Takeaways Herbalife Expands Personalized Nutrition: The acquisition of Bioniq for $55 million strengthens Herbalife's position in customized supplement formulas. Arginine Shows Promise for Alzheimer's: New research from Kindai University...

Key Takeaways Vitamin D in Oncology: A new trial suggests vitamin D3 supplementation may significantly improve chemotherapy outcomes for breast cancer patients. UK Market Growth: The UK supplement market reached...

Key Takeaways Industry Unites on DSHEA: Major trade associations are urging the FDA to adopt a broad, innovation-forward interpretation of "dietary substance" to accommodate advances in biotechnology. Vitamin D Breakthrough:...

Key Takeaways FDA Listing Threat: The Dietary Supplement Listing Act of 2026 proposes mandatory product-by-product registration, threatening non-compliant brands with misbranding penalties. Nootropic Boom: Neutonic's $6M funding round at a...

Key Takeaways Creatine Innovation: KA-EX launches the first ready-to-drink creatine product using dual-chamber technology to prevent degradation. Collagen Convenience: DolCas Biotech introduces a single-serve sachet format for its Morikol marine...

Key Takeaways OLLY Expands Gut Health Line: New Precise Probiotics line targets stress, metabolism, and skin health with clinically studied strains. CRN Pushes for DSHEA Reform: Industry leaders seek legislative...

Key Takeaways Unilever Expands Wellness Portfolio: The acquisition of Grüns strengthens Unilever's position in the vitamin and supplement market. Demand for Human Trials: Industry leaders are pushing for rigorous scientific...

Key Takeaways Private equity remains active: Bain Capital’s move toward Vitabiotics shows that scaled nutraceutical brands with global reach are still commanding serious strategic attention. GLP-1 is reshaping positioning: Supplement...

Key Takeaways Research focus is sharpening: Nestlé and NTU Singapore are backing longevity and women’s-health research with a dedicated joint lab. Retail expansion matters: AG1’s move into Target shows premium...

Key Takeaways Research focus is sharpening: Nestlé and NTU Singapore are backing longevity and women’s-health research with a dedicated joint lab. Retail expansion matters: AG1’s move into Target shows premium...

Supplement Industry Daily Briefing: Omega-3, FDA and Gummies Key Takeaways Omega-3 sourcing risk is still rising as lower Peruvian anchovy quotas, climate uncertainty, and logistics fragility push brands toward heavier...

Key Takeaways Unilever's $1.2B Wellness Push: The consumer goods giant has acquired greens supplement brand Grüns, signalling a major strategic shift toward premium health and wellness categories. FDA Rethinks "Dietary...

Key Takeaways FDA Reevaluates Dietary Ingredients: The FDA is reviewing how new ingredients from precision fermentation and cell culture fit within DSHEA, causing industry uncertainty. Widespread Potency Failures in Oregano...

Key Takeaways Regulatory Evolution: The FDA is re-evaluating the definition of "dietary substance" to accommodate new manufacturing technologies like precision fermentation. Fiber Innovation: Nootropics Depot launched InfiniFiber, a 12-ingredient synbiotic...

Key Takeaways Danone Enters Functional Nutrition: The food giant's €1 billion acquisition of meal-replacement brand Huel signals a major shift toward specialized nutraceuticals. Personalized Supplements Gain Traction: Herbalife's $55 million...

Key Takeaways Herbalife Expands Personalized Nutrition: A $55 million acquisition of Bioniq accelerates Herbalife's shift toward data-driven, customized wellness solutions. AI Maps the Gut Microbiome: Ingredion and Holobiome are leveraging...

Key Takeaways Herbalife Acquires Bioniq: A $150 million deal to expand personalized nutrition capabilities, integrating data-driven technology with global distribution. Cymbiotika Enters Ulta Beauty: The liposomal supplement brand brings the...