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Infancy is commonly recognized as a critical time period for microbiota to colonize the gut. And when it comes to adults, it seems there is a new probiotic launched everyday. But what about those in the middle? What do we know about the gut microbiomes of children? Last year Seed Health came out with a synbiotic for children that is backed by a ton of research. Raja Dhir is the co-founder of Seed, which is a venture-backed microbiome company pioneering the application of bacteria for both human and planetary health. He leads Seed’s R&D, academic collaborations, technology development, clinical trial design, supply chain, and intellectual property strategy.

Infancy is commonly recognized as a critical time period for microbiota to colonize the gut. And when it comes to adults, it seems there is a new probiotic launched everyday. But what about those in the middle? What do we know about the gut microbiomes of children? Last year Seed Health came out with a synbiotic for children that is backed by a ton of research. Raja Dhir is the co-founder of Seed, which is a venture-backed microbiome company pioneering the application of bacteria for both human and planetary health. He leads Seed’s R&D, academic collaborations, technology development, clinical trial design, supply chain, and intellectual property strategy.

Resistant starch has received a lot of attention for its potential to exert a healthy impact on the gut and Supergut is adding to that by offering insights through its research.

Resistant starch has received a lot of attention for its potential to exert a healthy impact on the gut and Supergut is adding to that by offering insights through its research.

From personalized packaging to smart tech and sustainable packaging, there have been a lot of advancements in recent years within the dietary supplement industry. So what are some of the trends shaping the market and how do we stay on top of those given all the supply chain woes? OK Capsule provides the technology, products, fulfillment, and strategic support for companies. The company’s CEO and co-founder Dr Andrew Brandeis joined the NutraCast to offer a few insights on what companies can expect.

From personalized packaging to smart tech and sustainable packaging, there have been a lot of advancements in recent years within the dietary supplement industry. So what are some of the trends shaping the market and how do we stay on top of those given all the supply chain woes? OK Capsule provides the technology, products, fulfillment, and strategic support for companies. The company’s CEO and co-founder Dr Andrew Brandeis joined the NutraCast to offer a few insights on what companies can expect.

With the new year in full swing, setting healthy goals is top of mind for many. And with more than 5 million Americans struggling to fall asleep each night, one major goal for some is getting enough rest. With so many ingredients to choose from, where do you start? Tim O’Brien says look no further than cannabinoids. The co-founder of Wild Theory CBD company just released a new sleep support product —but getting there was a journey.

With the new year in full swing, setting healthy goals is top of mind for many. And with more than 5 million Americans struggling to fall asleep each night, one major goal for some is getting enough rest. With so many ingredients to choose from, where do you start? Tim O’Brien says look no further than cannabinoids. The co-founder of Wild Theory CBD company just released a new sleep support product —but getting there was a journey.

In 2011, Google conducted its landmark study that found that 88% of shoppers use what's known as a Zero Moment of Truth — a stage in the buying cycle where a consumer researches a product before buying it. This study is a key reference point in the evolution of content marketing. This research highlights why brands have to prioritize social media. Marc Washington, founder and CEO of Supergut, says he believes that while traditional DTC is dead, content has a bright future.

In 2011, Google conducted its landmark study that found that 88% of shoppers use what's known as a Zero Moment of Truth — a stage in the buying cycle where a consumer researches a product before buying it. This study is a key reference point in the evolution of content marketing. This research highlights why brands have to prioritize social media. Marc Washington, founder and CEO of Supergut, says he believes that while traditional DTC is dead, content has a bright future.

Ritual is combining health with technology to double down on its commitment to traceability. The company wants consumers to have the ability to track the journey of a single nutrient from its source.

Ritual is combining health with technology to double down on its commitment to traceability. The company wants consumers to have the ability to track the journey of a single nutrient from its source.

Synthetic biology technologies make it possible to create just about anything sustainably – including plants and fungal bioactives. Synbio has become a disruptive force that a growing number of companies are leaning into, including plant cell tech startup and Ginkgo Bioworks spinoff Ayana Bio. At the helm of the company is Frank Jaksch, who previously spent over two decades leading publicly-traded ingredient company ChromaDex.

Synthetic biology technologies make it possible to create just about anything sustainably – including plants and fungal bioactives. Synbio has become a disruptive force that a growing number of companies are leaning into, including plant cell tech startup and Ginkgo Bioworks spinoff Ayana Bio. At the helm of the company is Frank Jaksch, who previously spent over two decades leading publicly-traded ingredient company ChromaDex.

For many years, female athletes were forced to follow training, injury guidelines and nutrition plans based on research conducted on men. But is that starting to change?

For many years, female athletes were forced to follow training, injury guidelines and nutrition plans based on research conducted on men. But is that starting to change?

In 2018, George Kruis and Dom Day created the brand fourfive to address pain, sleep and recovery. Today the company is the official wellness supplier to a number of world-class teams.

In 2018, George Kruis and Dom Day created the brand fourfive to address pain, sleep and recovery. Today the company is the official wellness supplier to a number of world-class teams.

Some of our most important natural resources are being over-harvested and over-taxed. As a result, DoubleRainbow Biosciences launched Landkind to create sustainable versions of the world's most endangered ingredients.

Some of our most important natural resources are being over-harvested and over-taxed. As a result, DoubleRainbow Biosciences launched Landkind to create sustainable versions of the world's most endangered supplements.