The EFSA has given the green light on a Novel Foods application from Baïa Food for its ‘Dried Miracle Berry’ (DMB) ingredient. We caught up with the Spanish start-up to learn more about its innovative approach to sugar reduction.
Betaine supplementation may be a useful nutritional strategy to regulate the immune system, according to sports scientists, who also think the micronutrient may reduce injury risk as a result of overtraining.
The European Specialist Sports Nutrition Alliance (ESSNA) continues to swell its memberships ranks with the news that CBD firm Cannaray and healthy drinks makers Genki Forest have signed up.
Ex-Premier League footballers Mathieu Flamini and Mesut Ozil have teamed up with the University of Westminster to launch a new range of sports-focused supplements under their brand UNITY.
Biotech start-up FitBiomics has launched its first consumer product under the Nella brand, with more to come from the company that is mining the microbiomes of elite athletes for next generation probiotics.
Two young esports enthusiasts have launched an all-natural nootropic supplements brand for competitive gamers after graduating from university just as the pandemic lockdown and recession hit.
Recent launches in the health and nutrition space include an organic demineralised whey for infant formula, a microencapsulated oat powder for sports drinks, and a green re-brand for probiotics.
Nutraceutical specialists Lehvoss Group have revealed details of a new venture with Danish ingredients firm Engredo that looks to expand and build on product portfolios’ availability throughout Europe.
The Turmeric Co. have fallen foul of the UK advertising code after the firm claimed its specially formulated turmeric shots could fight inflammation and improve joint, heart and gut health.
Researchers have shown for the first time that insect protein is just as effective as milk protein for protein digestion, amino acid absorption and muscle protein synthesis.
Cognitive health is a concern for all consumers, from the working mum to the elite athlete, and nootropics are a trending natural solution for those looking to supplement their cognitive energy.
As news filters through of the world's first dairy-free microalgae-based milk alternative, the product is an example of how far this plant-based food has impacted the food and nutrition industry of late.
Swiss life sciences company Amazentis has combined Mitopure (urolithin A) with high protein to increase sports performance, recovery, and overall cellular health.
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has rejected advertisements by a UK-based food supplement retailer, which used social media to state its products could prevent, treat or cure human disease.
NutraIngredients’ Global Immunity Series of webinars enters its final week with the EMEA team hosting Immunity and Active Nutrition session that takes a closer look at sport nutrition’s role in immune system support.
Science in Sport (SiS) are to extend its partnership with British professional cycling team INEOS Grenadiers in an agreement that looks to build on a collaboration first formed in 2016.
The European Commission’s (EU) proposals to better regulate e-commerce will inevitably have repercussions on the food and nutrition sector and the specialised products it sells on online platforms.
Unilever has signed an agreement to acquire Onnit, a Texas-based 'human optimisation' company, as it looks to tap into the growing consumer interest in holistic health and nootropics.
The market for collagen peptide products are still a long way from their peak, a new report suggests as it cites probiotics and omega 3’s developmental paths as evidence that collagen’s product lifecycle is still at a very early stage.
Informed Sport makes available a new mobile app that allows users to quickly determine whether a sports nutrition product has been certified to ensure it does not contain a prohibited or harmful substance.
NutraIngredients will host a free webinar next Thursday (April 29th) looking into the changing landscape of the sports nutrition market, the new consumer interests, and the role of personalised nutrition.
From the cricket field to the board room, Mariko Hill is a force to be reckoned with. The professional cricketer and product development executive at Gencor said she’s witnessed a major gender balance transformation since she started playing at age 11....
The UK Government’s restrictions on high fat, sugar and salt (HFSS) products to tackle obesity should not affect sports nutrition food products, says the European Specialist Sports Nutrition Alliance (ESSNA).
DNAfit has pointed to the body of ‘nutrigenetic’ evidence that suggests DNA sequencing can shape personalised nutrition advice after UK authorities deemed an ad for its services as a breach of the non-broadcast code.
Nutrition 21 started developing its award-winning NooLVL ingredient before Esports became such a thriving category. But the ingredient’s particular cognitive-support benefits have helped it catch a wave that has grown bigger through the pandemic’s influence.
Consuming just one cup of leafy green vegetables daily could boost muscle function a study says, which thinks high nitrate consumption is a way to promote lower-limb muscle strength and physical function.
Functional shots firm MOJU has become Danone Manifesto Ventures’ (DMV) first UK-based investment as the private equity group commits to €2.9m (£2.5m) a part of a fundraising round.
Susan Kleiner, PhD, began researching the nutritional needs of male and female bodybuilders in the 80s. Since then, She founded the internationally recognized consulting firm, High Performance Nutrition, LLC, authored a number of books, consulted with...
Sports nutritionists are hailing the benefits of timing caffeine consumption after a new study found its intake 30 mins before exercise increased the rate of oxidation or "burning" of fat during aerobic exercise.
Supplementation forms a key part of the nutrition protocol of Everton FC, one of the oldest clubs in English football. It’s part of a revamp of the club’s approach to fueling players, brought on by the team’s first dedicated head of nutrition. But supplements...
Supplementation with 2S‐hesperidin for eight weeks can boost recovery after intense exercise by improving oxidative and inflammatory status, according to a new study.
From the ISO accreditation issue to concerns around “by input”, the new Amazon specifications are sparking a lot of debate within the dietary supplements industry...
In adults with sufficient protein intake, post-race carbohydrate supplementation is more likely to be effective in reducing mild exercise-induced muscle soreness than protein supplementation, according to a new study.
The benefits of omega 3 supplements may extend towards sports nutrition as UK researchers find a link between the fish oil and a reduction in muscle soreness after exercise.
UK ingredients supplier Tate & Lyle has made available a new digital resource that looks to provide clarity on the research behind ingredients used in the firm’s offerings in sports nutrition and gut health.
An industry group has approved the publication of the first European wide standard to tackle doping in sports nutrition and food supplements, calling it a ‘stepping stone’ in improving consumer information.
Clasado Biosciences’ new partnership with British Rowing will see the firm supply the Great Britain (GB) Rowing Team with its gut-targeted supplement said to aid immune function and athletic performance.
A molecular biologist, a medical doctor and a nutrition innovation expert have joined intellectual forces to create a cognitive health focused brand which they hope will redefine the caffeine-laden energy drink category.
Legend Labz recently announced a license agreement with The University of California to produce an all-natural muscle supplement, which lab studies show can increase muscle mass gains by over 200%.
The European Specialist Sports Nutrition Alliance (ESSNA) is urging the European Commission (EC) to rethink plans to include sports nutrition products in nutrient profiles that form part of the EC’s Farm to Fork strategy.
An increasingly stricter regulatory framework and surging demand for safer products from both elite sportsmen and everyday consumers is driving the appeal of professionally accredited sports nutrition ingredients, not only finished products.
The German Sport University Cologne just published their third esports study that took a look at what Germany's esports athletes eat. What they found may come as a surprise.
Solabia-Algatech Nutrition has revealed a new micro-encapsulated, cold water-dispersible astaxanthin powder ideal for the growing sports nutrition and functional beverage markets.
Ketone supplements can eliminate performance disadvantages associated with keto diets and enhance the speed and quality of recovery, according to a new review.
A study done on taekwondo athletes has found that a blend of creatine with sodium bicarbonate, or baking soda, boosted their performance on an anaerobic kick test.
A new review reveals huge gaps in exercise-related gut microbiota knowledge and outlines what research needs to be done to elucidate the relationship between exercise and gut health.
