THE WHAT? Unilever has announced a research partnership with Holobiome aimed at discovering food ingredients that can enhance mental health and wellbeing.
THE DETAILS The duo is hoping to discover food ingredients that interact with key bacteria in the gut that can communicate with the brand via neurotransmitters, inducing a calming effect on the body.
Unilever intends to then enhance these ingredients in certain foods and refreshment products across its portfolio to naturally boost levels of certain calming neurotransmitters and in turn, improve mental wellbeing.
THE WHY? Carla Hilhorst, Executive Vice President R&D Foods & Refreshment at Unilever said, “More than 70 percent of consumers are concerned that stress and anxiety are having an impact on their health. In turn, consumers are increasingly seeking food and drink products that can have a positive impact on their overall health and mental wellbeing. “Through our partnership with Holobiome, we look forward to understanding more about the way ingredients interact with the gut microbiome. This research offers exciting opportunities for our future food and drink formulations enabling us to deliver boldly healthier products.”
Aesthetic injectable companies refer to businesses or companies that specialize in manufacturing, distributing, or providing aesthetic injectable products and services. These companies focus on developing and supplying injectable substances used for cosmetic purposes, typically administered by qualified medical professionals. Aesthetic injectable companies play a crucial role in the field of aesthetic medicine and cosmetic dermatology by offering a variety of injectable products designed to enhance facial features, reduce wrinkles, and improve overall skin appearance.
Key aspects of aesthetic injectable companies include:
-
Product Development: These companies research, develop, and manufacture aesthetic injectables such as dermal fillers, botulinum toxins (e.g., Botox), collagen stimulators, and other specialized formulations. They often innovate new products to meet evolving market demands and technological advancements.
-
Distribution and Sales: Aesthetic injectable companies distribute their products through authorized channels, including healthcare providers, medical spas, and aesthetic clinics. They may also sell directly to licensed professionals who administer these treatments.
-
Regulatory Compliance: Due to the medical nature of their products, aesthetic injectable companies adhere to strict regulatory guidelines and obtain necessary approvals from health authorities (e.g., FDA in the United States) to ensure safety, efficacy, and quality standards.
-
Training and Support: Many companies provide training and educational support to healthcare professionals on the proper use, administration techniques, and safety protocols associated with their injectable products. This ensures that practitioners can deliver treatments effectively and safely.
-
Customer Support: Aesthetic injectable companies offer customer support services to healthcare providers and consumers, addressing inquiries, providing product information, and assisting with product usage and troubleshooting.
