About a year after a change in ownership, KOS is positioning itself for a broader role in dietary supplements, expanding beyond what consumers might traditionally associate with a plant-based brand while strengthening the infrastructure behind its products.

For centuries, coca leaf has played an important cultural and traditional role in the Andes. But outside South America, the plant is far more likely to be associated with one thing: cocaine. So what happens when we separate the coca leaf from the drug made from one of its alkaloids?

The dietary supplement industry is facing a new layer of supply-chain uncertainty as geopolitical tensions, tariffs, energy prices and freight disruptions ripple through the global ingredient market.

Venable’s Todd Harrison questions FDA’s authority to mandate Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) notifications and says the proposal could create significant uncertainty for ingredient suppliers and functional food and beverage companies.

What began as a personal mission to help one woman manage recurring health issues has grown into one of the fastest-growing brands in the women’s health category.

As consumers gravitate toward longevity, metabolic health and science-backed wellness, BODi is doubling down on what CEO Carl Daikeler calls the fundamentals: movement and whole-food nutrition.

As Unilever Wellbeing continues to expand its portfolio with brands like Olly, Liquid I.V., Nutrafol and most recently Grüns, the company said it is helping shape the next chapter of the supplement industry.

Over the past few years, the gut health conversation has largely centered on biotics. But could another ingredient category be poised to reshape the discussion?

From fibermaxxing to genetically engineered probiotics, consumers are embracing products that help them optimize everyday life. As biotech gains traction, a new generation of supplements designed to deliver targeted health benefits is emerging.

Hydration has evolved beyond simply replacing electrolytes. Today’s consumers expect products that are effective, enjoyable and emotionally engaging, prompting brands to rethink how functional beverages are developed and marketed.