Healthcare nutrition
Clinically-validated functional ingredients
VF Bioscience develops active ingredients for use in the health nutrition sector (food supplements, functional foods). Our R&D focuses on the prevention and treatment of so-called civilization diseases linked to poor lifestyle, degradation of the environment, ageing of the population. We work in collaboration with leading universities and medical centers to validate the clinical efficacy of our products.
Our exclusive, research-based ingredients are used all over the world in dietary supplements (capsules, tablets, sachets...). We offer proprietary probiotic strains for gut health, immunity, bone health, cardiometabolic health as well as inactivated bacteria or bacterial components with functional properties.
From sport nutrition to medical food, from infant formulas to dietary support for the elderly, our ingredients can be incorporated in a large variety of health-supportive functional food and specialized nutrition products: drinks, bars, powdered formulas. Our proprietary antioxidant probiotic strain L. fermentum ME-3® has been successfully used in functional dairy products (yogurts, kefirs) as well as probiotic chocolate.
Beyond health applications, VF Bioscience ingredients also provide solutions for the "beauty from within" market, with proprietary active ingredients for glutathione-boosting, detoxification, skin hydration, reduction of AGE.
Frequently asked questions
What do you offer for healthcare and nutrition manufacturers?
Clinically documented functional ingredients and probiotic strains for dietary supplements and functional food, supported by published research and technical documentation.
What are your health ingredients?
Two flagship branded actives: AHCC®, shiitake derived alpha-glucans positioned for immune support, and ETAS®, an asparagus extract positioned for stress, sleep and cognitive function. Both are backed by decades of use and published research.
Are the ingredients clinically validated?
Yes, both AHCC® and ETAS® are supported by a substantial body of published research, including human clinical studies. The relevant references are summarised on each product page.
Which strains and starters can I source from you?
Among others our documented probiotic strains L. fermentum ME-3® and L. plantarum VFP46®, and dairy and specialty fermentation starters such as L. delbrueckii VFL50 and L. helveticus VFH45.
How do I request a sample or documentation?
You can reach us through the contact form and we will get back to you.