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• July 2023: Cantabria Labs introduced the Totybrand to the North American market, featuring the Solaria Infusion Antioxidant Booster. This daily supplement boasts a potent blend of antioxidants, combining PLE FernBoostTechnology with Camu-Camu, a natural superfruit rich in Vitamin C.
• August 2021: Herbalife Nutrition launched "Herbalife SKIN LycoGlow," a multi-ingredient beauty supplement crafted around the Lycored Nutrient Complex. This complex, derived from tomato extract supplied by the Israeli firm Lycored, is abundant in lycopene and other beneficial carotenoids found in tomatoes.
• April 2022: Nykaa made a significant move into the nutricosmetics industry by acquiring a 60% stake in Nudge Wellness. Nykaa, an Indian e-commerce company specializing in beauty, wellness, and fashion products, expanded its portfolio to include nutricosmetics with this strategic investment.

• September 2022: Abbott launched a brand-new Ensure formulation with HMB. As a science-based nutritional supplement, the new Ensure contains 32 essential nutrients such as protein, calcium, and vitamin D to help improve muscle and bone strength. It contains HMB or hydroxy-methyl butyrate, a new ingredient that helps counteract muscle loss and increases the strength and power of the body.
• August 2022: Optimum Nutrition, a Glanbia Performance Nutrition brand, launched its brand-new Gold Standard Protein Shake. The new drink has two flavors: chocolate and vanilla. Each serving contains 24 grams of protein.
• March 2022: PharmaNutrics launched five different dietary supplements in the United States. SerotomixPlus, GlucanPlus, Gaba 600, EnergixPlux, and CurcumixPlux serve different purposes for fatigue, stress, musculoskeleton, and anti-inflammatory support.

• October 2022: BioGaia AB company launched its new product BioGaia Prodentis Iozenges with a new apple flavor in Indonesia. The product is claimed to be distributed through PT Interbatcompany. As per the company claim, BioGaia Prodentis lozenges is a food supplement for oral health containing the patented lactic acid bacterium Limosilactobacillus reuteri (formerly known as Lactobacillus reuteri) Prodentis (a strain combination of L. reuteri DSM 17938 and L. reuteri ATCC PTA 5289) that helps the good microorganisms keep a natural balance in the mouth.
• September 2022: To further enhance its Sweden-based ecosystem, NutiFood, a prominent nutrition company in Vietnam, acquired a majority controlling stake of 51% in Cawells, a food company. This strategic move reinforces NutiFood's position in the market as a manufacturer of nutritional products and demonstrates its commitment to expanding its presence in the international food industry.
• September 2021: BioGaia partnered with Abbott to distribute probiotics to medical professionals in Singapore. The two products are Gastrus and Protectis, the latter being the company's most popular product targeted at gastrointestinal problems in infants and children.

• July 2022: The Dymatize brand of Post Holdings Inc. launched its new plant-based protein supplement named Complete Plant Protein. The product is developed with vegan ingredients like soy protein which contains 25g of protein in every pack.
• July 2022: Glanbia PLC's Optimum Nutrition commenced manufacturing in India. This marks India as the third manufacturing location for Optimum Nutrition products, which were previously exclusively produced in the United States and the United Kingdom for global distribution. The expansion into India highlights Optimum Nutrition's commitment to meeting the growing demand for its products in the Indian market and further establishing its global presence.
• February 2022: Nestle Health Science, a business unit of Nestle SA, completed its acquisition of Vital Proteins, a Chicago-based manufacturer of collagen-based foods, beverages, and supplements. Nestle first acquired a majority stake in Vital Proteins in June 2020, and over the past two years, Vital Proteins has shown incredible growth.

• In February 2022, Nestle Health Science, a business unit of Nestle SA, completed its acquisition of Vital Proteins, a Chicago-based manufacturer of collagen-based foods, beverages, and supplements.
• In October 2021, SAPPE introduced a new, less sweet Sappe Beauti Drink line to offer consumers a choice of innovative products while adding maximum value to the commodity.
• In May 2021, Aquilini Beverage Group launched the Beautiful Drinks Co. (BDC), a selection of sparkling, spirit-based, ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails inspired by Beauty In Nature. These premium cocktails are vegan, gluten-free, and preservative-free, flavored with selected distillates and botanical extracts.
• In February 2020, Rejuvenated Ltd unveiled its first compostable packaging, 'bio-pouch,' for its Collagen Shots, a powder skincare supplement drink. The eco-friendly packaging suits home composting as the pouch meets Vinçotte OK Compost's certification requirements.

March 2022: QNT SA partnered with the Qimia Makmal Arad Company. Qimia is now an official distributor of QNT's sports nutrition, supplements, and other functional foods in Iran.

March 2022: Zao Energy launched a pre-workout supplement called ZOA+. It is developed by strength and conditioning coach Dave Rienzi, a global icon and businessman, and Dwayne Johnson, an American businesswoman.

February 2022: Optimum Nutrition released a more advanced pre-workout supplement, separate from its current Gold Standard Pre-Workout, in the United Kingdom. The new product, called the Gold Standard Pre-Workout Advanced, is packed with reliable ingredients and dosages.

• In October 2022, Remedy Drinks introduced Remedy K! CK, an all-natural clean energy drink available at 7-Eleven stores across Australia. Remedy K! CK is available in three fruity flavors - Blackberry, Lemon Lime, and Mango Pineapple.
• In July 2022, PureHarvest, an Australian organic and natural food company launched four new plant-based kinds of milk. The PureHarvest family now includes Organic Hazelnut Milk, Organic Cashew Milk, Australian Macadamia Milk, Creamy Oat Milk, and Organic Cashew Milk, adding to existing Almond, Oat, Soy, Rice, and Coconut milk options.
• In June 2021, V Energy launched its new 'Can You Feel It' campaign in collaboration with Clemenger BBDO and Psyop, an award-winning animation production company; this campaign celebrates feeling your best and spreading positive vibes.

• In October 2022, with the launch of the VitaBeans product line, Nestlé and Natures Bounty entered the Canadian vitamins and supplements market. Besides being vegetarian, the beans also contain no gluten or gelatin and no artificial colors or flavors.
• In June 2022, Kellogg Company announced that it would split into three companies focusing on cereals, snacks, and plant-based foods. As reported by Kellogg's, the "Global Snacking Co" has plans to concentrate on snacking, cereal, and noodles, as well as frozen breakfasts in North America. A "North American Cereal Company" will focus on cereal in the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean, and a "Plant Company" will specialize in plant-based products, anchored by MorningStar Farms.
• In September 2021, Lactalis Canada introduced Astro PROTEIN & FIBRE Yogurt, a yogurt packed with protein and fiber. Astro PROTEIN & FIBER Yogourt was launched in four flavors: Pineapple with Oats, Plain with a Touch of Honey and Oats, Blueberry with a Touch of Honey and Oats, and Vanilla Flavor with Oats.

• April 2022: Bioiberica, a global life science company based in Spain, partnered with multinational health and pharmaceutical expert Apsen to develop innovative mobility products for the Brazilian market. Apsen's Motilex HA combines two of Bioiberica's leading joint health ingredients, b-2 Cool native type II collagen and Mobilee.
• January 2022, DFE Pharma, a German company, expanded its nutraceutical excipient offering with the launch of the Nutrofeli starch portfolio, comprising Nutrofeli ST100 (native starch), Nutrofeli ST200 (partially pregelatinized starch) and Nutrofeli ST300 (fully gelatinized starch).
• In October 2021, Nexira launched Heptura, a new ingredient for hepatoprotection and detoxification. Heptura is an organic combination of Immortelle and Clove from the rocky and sunny lands of the Corsican maquis in France. A detox can help maintain energy and vitality and strengthen the immune system.

In December 2021, PharmaNutrics - a Belgium nutraceuticals company- launched its popular five products in the US, which address health concerns related to stress, sleep, energy, inflammation, and immune health. The products include SerotomixPlus, GlucanPlus, Gaba 600, EnergixPlus, and CurcumixPlus.

In July 2021, Forest Remedies launched its plant-based Omega gummy supplement in the US with Ahiflower as its main ingredient. These products are Multi-omega 3-6-9 ahiflower oil (heart, brain, skin, and joint health) and Elderberry multi-omega 3-6-9+ ahiflower oil (immune health).

In June 2021, P&G launched its one of its kind product service in both Canada and the US. It is a dietary supplement lineup dedicated to nerve care and relief. It includes three products for occasional nerve aches, weakness, and discomfort due to aging.