By Luca Bucchini, the Chair of the European Specialist Sports Nutrition Alliance (ESSNA)
In this guest article, Luca Bucchini, the Chair of the European Specialist Sports Nutrition Alliance (ESSNA), discusses some of the new Commission's policy ambitions impacting the sports nutrition sector.
With expert speakers confirmed from Ani Biome, the Lawson Health Research Institute, Örebro University, ETH Zurich, dsm-firmenich, Novonesis, IFF, Morinaga, Kerry, and more, the upcoming Probiota 2025 is not to be missed.
New flavors and special editions are key this month, as August sees brands cater to a wide range of wellness needs—from hormonal support and cognitive enhancement to digestive health and high-protein convenience.
A combination of calcium casein, whey protein and pea protein isolate may significantly boost your golf swing, including driver distance and driver ball speed, says a new study from South Korea.
Magnesium is essential for muscle function, but few studies have investigated whether it might help mitigate muscle soreness in physically active individuals when consumed as supplement on its own.
A post-exercise shake made with Fresubin Protein may improve lower body strength in previously sedentary individuals, according to new research published in the journal Nutrients.
Consumers largely prefer sweet and salty snacks – in that order – as many shoppers use snacking to satisfy hunger in between meals and provide an indulgent moment, the International Food Information Council (IFIC) shared in a recent report.
High temperatures pose micronutrient deficiency risks at the historic 2024 Olympics—the first games with an equal gender split—according to a nutrition advisor working with athletes as they enter the fourth and final week in Paris.
Supplementation with spirulina and copper may help water polo players’ subjective performance measurements by lowering muscular tension, according to a recent study.
Beta-alanine supplementation improves sports performance in key high-intensity functional training (HIFT) measures, according to a new study published in the journal Nutrients.
Sports nutrition knowledge (SNK) among NCAA collegiate athletes is low, leading to inappropriate intake of macro and micronutrients, according to a study published in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition.
Omega-3 solutions, plant-based proteins, functional gummies, sleep bars, MS support, and blood sugar control products are in the lineup of new launches this month.
Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) may modulate exercise-induced oxidative stress' impact on the metabolism of vitamin D and methyl-arginine, new research has found.
Cargill is optimistic about the long-term future as it aims to cater to an increasingly diverse consumer base with its specialized nutrition portfolio, Niels Boetje, president of health and nutrition, told NutraIngredients.
Brands need to stop treating women as one homogenous group and take note of the key white space in bone health, panelists agreed during the recent NutraIngredients webinar on women’s health.
Creatine is one of the most studied dietary supplement compounds, but the optimal dose needed to maximize muscle, bone and brain benefits remains unknown, according to a team of leading creatine researchers.
The quality of the protein supplement matters for muscle preservation in older healthy men when consumed over recommended dietary allowance, according to a new study from McMaster University.
Athletes given glycerol as a hydrating supplement experienced no performance benefits in high temperatures compared to placebo, a study in Spain has found, driving home the need for strategies to help athletes cope with competitions in hot weather.
From hero ingredients to the gummy revolution to personalized offerings, Nick Morgan, managing director of Nutrition Integrated, spoke top trends with NutraIngredients at Vitafoods Europe 2024.
A focus on healthy aging, women’s health, sustainability initiatives and tech innovation can all be expected at the upcoming Vitafoods Europe tradeshow.
Arla Foods Ingredients has signed an acquisition agreement with the owners of Volac’s Whey Nutrition business, which will include a takeover of the Volactive range.
We track our steps, our sleep, our cycles and so much more—so why not track our metabolism? While research shows that a healthy metabolism is crucial for a healthier and longer life, it’s not always easy to track. Healthtech company Lumen is hoping to...
This spring's new product launches include innovation within the sports nutrition category across protein and hydration, while interest in supplements for hormonal, brain, emotional and immune health continues to grow.
Natural Products Expo West is always a launch pad for brands, so we walked the supplement aisles with Scott Dicker from market research firm SPINS to pick out some key trends and newsworthy topics.
At the recent Sports and Active Nutrition Summit, GLP-1 medications was a hot topic – with just about every panel receiving a question about the medication’s impact on the sector. While weight loss medications can present challenges for the industry,...
Creatine nitrate and caffeine co-supplementation may offer greater cognitive health benefits than caffeine alone in resistance-trained athletes following exercise interventions, according to a recent study.
Givaudan is tapping into the active nutrition market with flavour-focused food and drink concepts to appeal to the broader demand for immunity, relaxation, focus and physical health.
PMS and menopause support, mental and emotional well-being, supporting active lifestyles, and creating tailored solutions are the key trends emerging in women’s health, according to industry experts.
Tailored prebiotics may be needed to improve gut microbiota composition for better endurance sport performance, as probiotic supplementation is ineffective without the considering the ecological effect of exercise and diet on gut health, according to...
A new case-control study investigating the microbiomes of male athletes and non-athletes following maximal exercise reports significant associations between performance measures and composition.
Findings from a new study show that chlorella supplement significantly decreased blood lactate concentrations and an increased O2 pulse in healthy young adults performing submaximal and maximal cycling, indicating greater exercise tolerance.
Postmenopausal muscle is resistant to the potent anabolic stimuli of resistance exercise and protein supplementation, according to findings from a recent study.
A moderate caffeine dose is most effective for boosting high-intensity physical performance in young female team sports athletes, without the side effects, according to a new study.
Limited research or education on concussion recovery nutrition is preventing some performance dietitians and nutritionists from successfully supporting their athletes, according to new research.
Initially touted as acute performance aid, exogenous ketones and the supporting science are shifting towards opportunities for athletic recovery, a subject matter expert told NutraIngredients-USA.
A significant number of women still do not perceive sports nutrition as essential for their fitness goals, a persisting misconception that The Hut Group (THG), owner of supplement brand Myprotein, is working to dispel.
Many masters athletes are not consuming the recommended levels of carbohydrates, protein and micronutrients while competing at world championships and require increased nutritional support, according to a new study.
Finding new markets within the sports nutrition category may be challenging in this economic climate, but experts agree there’s much to be said for diversifying the ways supplements are sold to meet broader consumer needs.
Researching women's health is like "opening a can of worms" but is imperative for equality in sports and nutrition, says Mariko Hill, global innovations manager at Gencor.
The active nutrition category has a stable blueprint of trends, but consumers have fast-evolving needs so brands must focus on evolving their communication strategies to hit the right note with the modern customer.
Glaxon entered the market in 2019 with a small suite of sports nutrition supplements. Since then, the portfolio has grown to some 100 products, featuring space-themed branding and individual comic art for each label with innovative formulation concepts...
