Seppic launches Sepibright, a nutraceutical active ingredient derived from strawberry leaves. Backed by a clinical study, this eco-designed ingredient is presented for cognition and ageing well.
Sepibright marks the arrival of Seppic's first nootropic ingredient. It demonstrates benefits for long-term memory and learning, as well as stress reduction. As the world's population ages, cognitive decline has become a major health concern. This natural process, which can begin as early as the thirties, often translates into a progressive slowdown in memory and information processing speed. Preserving cognitive capacity through proactive nutrition is now a priority for some consumers, and the market for such solutions is booming.
Estimated at around $11 billion in 2024, the global market for supplements dedicated to brain health is expected to reach $23 billion by 2030, posting a robust CAGR of 13 %. In 2024, the memory enhancement segment dominated the market, accounting for almost 25 % of market share.
A premium nutraceutical ingredient derived from strawberry leaves
In response to this need, Seppic has designed Sepibright, a premium nutraceutical active ingredient derived from strawberry leaves. Backed by a clinical study, this eco-designed ingredient draws its efficacy from its standardized composition of polyphenols and ellagitannins. These compounds play an important role in improving cognitive performance, thanks to their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective properties.
Randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial
A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial was carried out to demonstrate the efficacy of Sepibright in 98 healthy senior men and women aged 60 to 80 with cognitive difficulties. For 12 weeks, participants received either a daily dose of 300 mg Sepibright or a placebo.
Visual episodic memory: a significant improvement was observed as early as 6 weeks, marked by an 18 % reduction in errors and an 11 % increase in memory score.
Verbal episodic memory: in 60-69 year-olds, Sepibright significantly improved verbal memory after 12 weeks, with a 25 % increase in the number of words recalled (memorization) and a 5.5 % increase in immediate recognition ability.
Perceived stress: Sepibright significantly reduced perceived stress levels in just 6 weeks, a key factor in protecting cognitive performance.
A circular economy approach
Anchored in a circular economy approach, Sepibright is 100 % French in origin, and comes mainly from Plougastel, a commune in Brittany renowned worldwide for the quality of its strawberries. Thanks to a five-year collaboration with local farmers, Seppic transforms traditionally unused strawberry leaves into a high value-added active ingredient, via a solvent-free extraction process inspired by the traditional uses of strawberry leaves in infusions.
For Salma Zahidi, Nutrition Product Manager: « With the launch of Sepibright, Seppic has positioned itself in the brain health market. This ingredient bridges the gap between clinical rigor and responsible commitment, meeting the expectations of consumers who want to take care of their cognitive abilities. "
