With headline-grabbing cardiac arrests and head injuries in American football on the rise, a new study says that Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) omega-3 supplementation could reduce the impact of risks on the field.
South Korean food and nutrition firm CJ CheilJedang is seeking to address what it claims is a market gap for dietary supplements that promote muscle health through its newly formed food and nutrition ingredient subsidiary.
A survey of 10,000 consumers across ten countries reveals that whilst people may not think too deeply about their joint health, many are suffering with issues.
UK-based turmeric shot brand The Turmeric Co. has partnered with SW7 Academy, a rugby training academy to help rugby players and everyday people achieve their full fitness potential.
New research from the University of Exeter and the U.S. National Institutes of Health showed that consumption of dietary nitrate significantly increased muscle force while exercising.
LGC has officially launched its new ‘Informed’ certification scheme for protein products to help raise the bar on quality and confidence in protein supplements.
Pharmactive Biotech Products' new scientifically backed KWD+ kiwi extract (Actinidia deliciosa) targets vegan sports nutrition consumers as well as ageing populations at risk of muscle loss.
A cross-sectional study of Korean adults observed that an increased intake of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) was associated with better hand grip strength (HGS).
High-intensity functional training (HIFT) with astaxanthin supplementation for 12 weeks reduced circulatory lipid levels and improved the body composition of obese men in an recent Iranian study.
Ergo Bioscience plans to scale up its cell culture fermentation process with the help of Italian specialist firm Aethera Biotech in a new deal announced today.
Whey, but not pea, protein significantly attenuates exercise induced muscle damage (EIMD) following long-distance walking in older adults, likely due to the difference in leucine levels, according to new research.
Arla Foods Ingredients has received final authorisation from the European Commission (EC) for its Lacprodan beta-lactoglobulin (BLG)-100, making this its first product to receive approval under the new Novel Food Regulations.
The 2023 NutraIngredients Awards are back with new categories but the same commitment to honour the best and brightest in ingredients, finished products, companies, people, and initiatives in food supplements and functional food & beverage.
Gastrograph, the AI service for predictive food & beverage product development, has expanded its repertoire with a texture database offering beneficial insights for food, drink, and gummy developers.
Providing NutraIngredients with their end-of-year reviews, legislation experts outline challenges around novel foods, Brexit, botanicals and harmonised maximum levels.
Female focused sports nutrition (SN) brands are successfully bringing taboo health challenges out from under the table but those looking to cater to female athletes should harness technology to provide the power of knowledge, says an industry expert....
A dose-dependent relationship between protein intake and muscle strength has been reported by a new meta-analysis conducted by Japanese dairy company Meiji.
The IPA World Congress + Probiota 2023 is two months away! The leading event for the probiotics, prebiotics, and microbiome community is a must-attend event, and let us tell you why…
Popular culture trends have led to predictions for a strong South-east Asian flavour influence in the Sports Nutrition sector from the industry experts Synergy Flavours.
The risk of stress fractures in track athletes with elevated plasma Homocysteine (Hcy) levels showed significant reductions following a two-week intake of vitamin E and B2.
A combination of polyphenol rich extracts from multiple botanicals may boost levels of beneficial metabolites in the blood and help fill gaps associated with low fruit and vegetable consumption, says a new study from Fytexia.
As gaming continues to integrate into pop culture, all eyes are on esports, including the dietary supplement industry. Microphyt, a French firm that offers specialty ingredients from microalgae, recently introduced GamePhyt.
The gaming market is a diverse one, with a wide range of demands and need states for nutrition brands to tap into, meaning innovation opportunities going far beyond energy.
The Early Bird discount for the 2023 IPA World Congress + Probiota will expire on Friday, 25th November, so book now to ensure your spot at the leading event for the global microbiome modulation community.
The NutraIngredients Awards are back for 2023 with new categories but the same commitment to honour the best and brightest in ingredients, finished products, companies, people, and initiatives in the dietary supplements industry.
For many years, female athletes were forced to follow training, injury guidelines and nutrition plans based on research conducted on men. But is that starting to change?
Live and heat-killed Lactobacillus paracasei PS23 – a probiotic strain isolated from the feces of healthy humans – may improve physical performance and recovery following exercise-induced muscle damage, suggests a new study.
Sports beverages are the most popular vehicle for functional ingredients across the globe as an increasingly wide range of consumers look to support their physical and mental health through convenient everyday nutrition.
First Milk will manufacture specialist whey protein powder for Arla Foods Ingredients, enabling it to address the growing consumer trend for protein-enriched foods.
A new study measuring the impact of pre- and post-nutrient timing on lower- and upper-body strength in both men and women concludes that females appear to respond particularly favourably to nutrient consumption.
From the phage opportunity to microbiome modulation for athletic performance, the science around HMOs, synbiotic mechanisms of action, and the gut-brain axis, the upcoming IPA World Congress + Probiota is not to be missed.
Brand positioning experts at HMT (Healthy Marketing Team) have revealed a new report detailing the secrets for successful innovation within sports nutrition.
A new study has shown that carbohydrate and protein supplementation strategies may help athletes deal better with the muscle damage that comes from endurance exercise. But they don’t seem to increase runners’ endurance capacity directly.
Today we can reveal the first wave of speakers confirmed for the IPA World Congress + Probiota, the must-attend conference bridging the business and science of microbiome modulation for human health.
Sports nutrition brand Glaxon’s new Anomaly product is formulated with peptide derived from a peptide unlocked in fava beans. The PeptiStrong ingredient was discovered and developed by Nuritas.
NutraIngredients is on the hunt for entrepreneurial consumer-facing, science- or technology-based start-ups to join our Probiota Pioneers session and present their company in Barcelona.
Biotech start-up, Resorcix, and Israeli beverage manufacturer, Gat Foods, have developed a natural botanical to eliminate Thermophilic Acidophilic Bacteria (TAB) that reduce product shelf-life and affect the flavour of ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages,...
The Head of Health and Wellness Business Development at the Alibaba Group, recently presented on The digital enigma of China at the Sports and Active Nutrition Summit held in Amsterdam.
We know the sports nutrition market is becoming increasingly mainstream and there are ample opportunities for brands to target a wider market but sometimes mass appeal doesn’t mean mass return in the long run.
As part of an effort to expand its ‘beyond-the-beverage’ Gx System product portfolio, Gatorade recently entered the dietary supplement space by unleashing two functional gummy products, an updated app, and a smart bottle that lights up and connects to...
There is strong evidence supporting the blood pressure (BP) lowering action of casein hydrolysate in patients with cardiovascular disease (CVD), according to a recent systematic assessment and meta-analysis of 26 studies.
Leading international grocer Iceland is jumping on the sports nutrition trend with an exclusive MyProtein partnership, demonstrating how the grocery retail space offers brands access to huge new markets.
