Balchem Human Nutrition and Health

Why the Right Vitamin B9 Matters During Preconception Vitamin B9/Folate (along with vitamins B6 and B12) helps to prevent the buildup of homocysteine, an amino acid that is naturally produced in the body. Ensuring healthy homocysteine levels is important for both mom and baby throughout pregnancy, but it is especially relevant during the preconception phase. Building up folate stores prior to pregnancy (when nutritional demands for folate dramatically increase) is key to keeping homocysteine in check and supporting cellular function. Optifolin+® is a bioavailable form of vitamin B9, meant to synergize and complement other ingredients in any prenatal formula. Reach out to our experts if you’re interested in formulating your next prenatal with Optifolin+®. https://ow.ly/yQAe50TFO3i #OptifolinPlus #PrenatalNutrition #VitaminB9 #FolateBenefits

Magnesium: the multitasking mineral essential for health and industry. At Albion Minerals, we’re passionate about the essential minerals that play a crucial role in our health and well-being. But there's more to these incredible elements than meets the eye. Today, we’re excited to share some fascinating facts about magnesium that reveal its diverse roles. Whether it’s lighting up the night sky or driving vital processes within our bodies, magnesium is a powerhouse of versatility and wonder. Let’s dive into five captivating facts that showcase the many sides of this extraordinary mineral! 🔵 Discover more about Albion® Minerals: https://ow.ly/FPmE50TJ3SS #science #interestingfacts #AlbionMinerals #magnesium

Unlock the Synergies of Collagen and MSM Collagen and MSM work better together than apart, creating a powerful duo for skin health. Research shows that combining supplemental collagen with MSM for 12 weeks can lead to significant improvements in skin thickness, roughness, and hydration - exceeding the benefits of collagen alone. By delivering essential nutrition to the building blocks of the skin layer, MSM and collagen help to nourish from the inside to create a healthier, improved skin appearance on the outside. OptiMSM® combines beauty and science to create the ideal synergistic ingredient for enhancing skin formulations. If you’re interested in formulating with OptiMSM®, reach out to one of our product experts! https://ow.ly/R5wH50TBAmZ #BeautyScience #SkinFormulations #OptiMSM #Collagen

Join us at SupplySide West 2024! We’re thrilled to introduce Optifolin+® for the first time at our booth #5165. Explore the power of this bioactive, choline-enriched folate along with our latest innovations like VitaCholine® Pro-Flo, the first hassle-free choline for multivitamins and K2VITAL DELTA—now with vitamin K2 from fermentation! But that’s not all! Our booth will feature a full array of solutions for active nutrition and wellness, including OptiMSM® enhancing joint health while also nourishing hair, skin and nails, and Albion® Minerals’ premium range of chelated minerals - including magnesium and Ferrochel® iron. We’re also excited to spotlight our new VitaCholine® approach, connecting directly with consumers through partnerships like our sponsorship with the New York Jets and collaborations with influencers. Don’t miss out on samples from our partners GHOST and Applied Nutrition, featuring co-branded formulations using our premium ingredients. And check out our latest food & beverage innovations, an array of products and beverage systems that enhance taste, texture, and aroma. Highlights will include the delicious jasmine milk tea with prebiotic fiber, a savory nut bar filled with protein and encapsulated solutions with choline, as well as ready-to-drink concepts. 📅 Want to learn more? Schedule a meeting with us at booth #5165 by visiting https://ow.ly/y6Ip50TJ711 For more details see what the press is reporting about our upcoming presence: https://ow.ly/xzUs50TJ9Rk It’s time to unlock your full potential! #SupplySideWest #Innovation #Nutrition #HealthForPerformance

Formulate with Albion’s #Chelated #Winerals At Albion Minerals we have set the gold standard with over two decades of chelate precision and consistent quality. We’re #pioneers -the first to showcase proof of chelation -and our total mineral portfolio is supported by over 160 publications, and over80 human studies. That’s why our customers approach us: they want to offer solid formulations, with premium minerals in a trustworthy form. Would you like to offer your customers’ minerals to formulate high-end supplements? 🔹Click below to learn why brands offering high quality supplements choose Albion® Minerals and If you are attending #SupplySideWest, visit our 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐡 #𝟓𝟏𝟔𝟓. More info about Albion here: https://ow.ly/PG7Y50TJ2ME #AlbionMinerals #ChelatedMinerals #Winerals #Balchem

In recognition of World Mental Health Day, we want to emphasize the crucial role nutrition plays in fostering a healthy, vibrant mind. The foods we consume have a direct impact on brain health, affecting memory, mood, and cognitive function. A nutrient-rich diet that includes antioxidants, omega-3s, and proper hydration is essential for maintaining cognitive well-being throughout life. As we age or lead more active lifestyles, targeted supplementation can become an important tool in supporting mental health and mood. Our mood significantly influences our daily performance—when we feel positive, we are naturally more productive and engaged. In our commitment to neuro-nutrition and healthy aging, we’ve invested in extensive research and development to bring VitaCholine®, a clinically validated cognitive health ingredient for the nutraceutical and functional foods industry. Let’s explore the possibilities for your next cognitive support formulation, click on the link below to connect with one of our VitaCholine® experts. https://ow.ly/w8fE50TAa9K #WorldMentalHealthDay #NutritionForMind #NeuroNutrition #VitaCholine

New evidence from Cochrane in support of iron during pregnancy A new meta-analysis from the Cochrane Collaboration finds that iron supplementation during pregnancy can improve maternal and infant outcomes. Trials were primarily performed in the USA and UK, with results confirming previous findings from a 2015 Cochrane review. Scroll to read study details and key findings! It’s normal for maternal iron stores to drop as a result of heightened nutritional demands during pregnancy. Optimizing iron stores in the preconception stage and early pregnancy with supplementation can help prevent the onset of deficiency and support healthy fetal growth and development. A primary challenge with correcting low iron using typical iron supplements is poor absorption, since iron interacts with many foods, minerals, and nutrients. Expecting mothers should be able to trust their iron supplement is working for them and their baby. Ferrochel® is optimized for better bioavailability and tolerability compared to typical iron salts. As an iron bisglycinate chelate, Ferrochel® is less prone to absorption interference in the gut, making it the ideal iron form to include in multi-ingredient supplements or food and beverage products. Thinking about incorporating Ferrochel® in your next product? Our experts can help - reach out at the link below. https://ow.ly/ARxo50THfA0 PMID: 39145520 #CochraneEvidence #MaternalHealth #PregnancyNutrition #FerrochelSupplement

We’re thrilled to announce Balchem will be a gold sponsor for Science in Session at the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN)’s CONVERGENCE ‘24 in Salt Lake City! This year’s event marks the debut of the Innovation Exchange, highlighting groundbreaking research and technologies for the dietary supplement industry. Balchem has been selected as a finalist to present our cutting-edge ingredient portfolio for maternal health. Our featured ingredients include Optifolin+®, VitaCholine®, and Ferrochel®. If you’re planning to attend, join our experts, Eric Ciappio, Ph.D., Senior Manager of Nutrition Science, and Lauren Eisen, Senior Manager of Marketing & Business Development, as they share insights on the innovation, research, and science behind these ingredients. Pre- and postnatal supplements are critical in supporting the health of both mothers and babies. Balchem, with a rich history in nutrition science, is proud to provide brands with innovative solutions to meet this growing demand. We look forward to seeing you in Salt Lake City! #Balchem #CRNConvergence #ScienceInSession #InnovationExchange

The Skin Barrier Approach with OptiMSM® OptiMSM® provides a nutritional foundation for a healthy skin barrier, delivering a bioavailable source of organic sulfur directly to the skin and connective tissues. Tell us how we can best support your formulation process at the link below. https://ow.ly/5fIk50Tzpfl #SkinBarrierApproach #OptiMSM #HealthySkin

Harness your brain’s full potential with VitaCholine® Where premier quality meets evidence-based nutrition, VitaCholine® was designed with your health in mind to help you meet your daily choline intake. A champion of the body-mind connection, VitaCholine® promotes neurotransmitter production and works in the brain and at the neuromuscular junction to supercharge body and mind. Ready to supercharge your next formulation? Let us know how we can support. https://ow.ly/CJSR50TznPG #VitaCholine #BodyMindConnection #Formulation