Ageing well: Expanding healthspan via nutrition

11:00 - 11:10 CEST

Welcome address:
Niamh Michail, head of publishing, Vitafoods Insights
Kirstin Knight, managing editor, Vitafoods Insights

11:10 – 11:25 CEST

From lifespan to healthspan: Mapping ingredients, benefits and formats in longevity nutrition

Speaker:
Dr Elizabeth Thundow, VP food+nutrition, Kline + Company

Synopsis: Lifelong health is evolving from a broad healthy ageing narrative into a more actionable healthspan agenda; helping consumers stay well, resilient, and independent for longer. This expert session translates the longevity trend into an ingredient led roadmap, mapping key ingredient families to the benefits they most credibly support and the formats where they are scaling fastest. It also explores the fast growing specialised and lifestyle nutrition space emerging between medical nutrition and functional food and beverages, where boundaries are blurring and innovation is accelerating. Grounded in recent Kline+Company insights, the session highlights where momentum is building and what this means for innovation.

11:25 – 11:40 CEST

Nourishing longevity: Integrating nutrition for a healthy body and mind

Speaker:
Dr Miguel German Borda, geriatrician, Clínica Universidad de Navarra

Synopsis: This presentation explores how nutrition can be strategically used to support both physical health and cognitive function, promoting healthier aging across the lifespan. It will examine the impact of dietary patterns, body composition, and metabolic health on brain performance, emotional well-being, and functional independence. Special attention will be given to the roles of inflammation, muscle strength, and nutrient quality in preventing frailty and cognitive decline. Attendees will gain practical insights into applying personalised nutrition strategies that integrate lifestyle habits and evidence-based recommendations, empowering individuals to maintain vitality, mental clarity, and overall well-being as they age.

11:40 – 12:30 CEST

Live Q&A with the audience
Got questions? We've got answers! After the presentations, join our interactive Live Q&A to gain deeper insights by connecting with our subject matter experts in real time. This is your opportunity to get answers to your most pressing questions on the science, consumer behaviour shifts and innovations shaping the industry. Be part of the conversation with fellow industry peers to uncover strategies to stay ahead of the curve.

Speakers:
Dr Elizabeth Thundow, VP food+nutrition, Kline + Company
Dr Miguel German Borda, geriatrician, Clínica Universidad de Navarra

Moderator:
Niamh Michail, head of publishing, Vitafoods Insights

BioCell Collagen: Not all collagens are alike!

Supplier showcase brought to you by Biocell Technology

12:45 – 13:15 CEST

Speaker:
Amir Vanderfox, global sales manager, BioCell Technology LLC

Synopsis: This presentation examines the growing role of clinically supported collagen ingredients in modern nutrition and beauty innovation. Attendees will gain insights into market evolution, global consumer expectations, and how BioCell Collagen supports brands seeking effective, science-forward wellness solutions.

Supporting longevity through natural GLP-1 release via a specific collagen peptide composition

Supplier showcase brought to you by Rousselot

13:30 – 14:00 CEST

Speaker:
Catarina da Silva, science integration manager, Rousselot

Synopsis: Frequent glucose spikes can drive weight gain, energy dips, and long-term metabolic stress – factors that can shorten healthspan. Supporting the body’s own GLP-1 response through nutrition offers a simple, natural way to stay on track – helping regulate appetite, energy, and metabolic health over time. Recent clinical research shows that Nextida® GC, a specific collagen peptide composition, is a promising ingredient to help manage post-prandial glucose levels, boost GLP-1 and GIP secretion, and improve insulin response. This session looks at how this ingredient can influence metabolism and vitality – and how it can inspire next-generation products designed to support longevity and healthy ageing.

Bridging the Healthspan Gap: Next-Generation Nutraceuticals for an Ageing Global Population

Supplier showcase brought to you by Saanroo

14:15 – 14:45 CEST

Speaker:
Jennifer Chase, director of business development, Saanroo

Synopsis: With the longevity market projected to outpace the broader supplement industry, the demand for 'active' healthy ageing solutions has never been higher. This presentation examines the intersection of traditional Ayurvedic wisdom and modern delivery science to solve today’s most pressing healthspan challenges. We will evaluate technical strategies for formulating with bioavailable actives that support bone and joint integrity, as well as emerging trends in metabolic health support via the gut-brain axis. Using case studies from the Saanroo and Pharmako portfolios, we will demonstrate how to build a 'longevity toolkit' that resonates with the modern, science-literate consumer.

Evolving from Anti-Aging to Precision-Based Longevity: A Conversation with Dr. Helen Messier

Supplier showcase brought to you by TSI

15:00 – 15:30 CEST

Speaker:
MD, PhD Helen Messier, scientific advisor to TSI group, TSI Group Co., Ltd

Synopsis: Longevity is evolving from a wellness trend to a rapidly advancing area of scientific research and precision nutrition practices tailored to an individual's unique needs. In this webinar, Dr. Helen Messier explores emerging insights into the biological processes associated with aging, including inflammation, metabolic function, and cellular health. She discusses the growing interest in personalized wellness approaches informed by biomarkers, AI, and systems biology, while also examining innovative areas of research. The conversation will highlight how nutrition, lifestyle, and technology may support healthy aging and overall wellness as scientific understanding of longevity continues to evolve.