Sports nutrition

Benefits of quercetin, citrulline combination for cyclists unclear: Study

29-Oct-2024 By Olivia DeSmit

Co-supplementation with ergogenic aids quercetin and citrulline may not have additive benefits during timed trials in highly trained cyclists, but each individually improved maximal oxygen consumption (VO2), according to a recent study.

NJ State Assembly passes bill to prohibit certain supplement sales to minors

28-Oct-2024 By Stephen Daniells

The New Jersey Assembly voted 56-17 to pass a bill that seeks to prohibit the sale of certain diet pills and dietary supplements for weight loss or muscle building.

October Launch Pad

28-Oct-2024 By Danielle Masterson

The month of October is closing out with quite the variety of offerings—from protein to probiotics to multis, in formats that include RTD, soft chews, stick packs and more.

EO3 sports drink eyes greater U.S. success as new production comes online

28-Oct-2024 By Stephen Daniells

With 120 professional teams and clubs across the world already using the product and U.S.-based production facilities coming online, omega-3 sports nutrition brand EO3 is anticipating greater success in North America.

Keurig Dr Pepper to acquire energy drink business GHOST

24-Oct-2024 By Rachel Arthur

Keurig Dr Pepper is making its largest investment to date with the acquisition of GHOST: a sports nutrition business led by GHOST Energy.

Rising trends and opportunities in active nutrition: Boosting cognitive health

24-Oct-2024 By Olivia Haslam

Day two of the Active Nutrition Summit brought together experts to explore key trends, opportunities and challenges in the growing market of cognitive health supplements designed for active individuals.

Fragmented sports nutrition market creates opportunities for emerging brands

21-Oct-2024 By Olivia Haslam

Experts at the recent 2024 Active Nutrition Summit revealed that the growing interest in active nutrition has created a fragmented demographic, presenting brands with more opportunities to fill a niche.

Across the Nutraverse: Biohm partners with ADM, Swisse’s new range of nootropics, and more

21-Oct-2024 By Stephen Daniells

A lot has happened in the global nutrition industry over the past seven days, with Swisse seeking to pioneer Australia’s nootropics consumption, Biohm partnering with ADM on women’s microbiome formulation, Probi introducing a new psychobiotic to the Nordic...

Experiential performance booster joins PLT Health portfolio

15-Oct-2024 By Asia Sherman

PLT Health Solutions has added CellFlo6—a gallate-enhanced oligomer extract sourced from green tea—to its broad portfolio of botanical ingredients as an experiential performance enhancer primed for a broad range of health benefits.

Berkem teams with Arctic Bioscience to launch B-Romega in North America

14-Oct-2024 By Asia Sherman

French manufacturer Groupe Berkem has partnered with Norwegian biotech company Arctic Bioscience to introduce a B-Romega-branded herring caviar oil extract to the North American B2B market.

Sports & Active Nutrition Summit 2025: Early bird discount expires today!

11-Oct-2024 By Stephen Daniells

With expert speakers confirmed from iHerb, GNC Live Well, SPINS, AN Performance, AHPA, Thorne, Move Nutriton Network, Amin Wasserman Gurnani LLP, IceMiller, Merchant & Gould, CPG Radar, Savage Nutra, Increnovo, Rockon Media and more, the upcoming...

Oct. 15: Get ready for our Sports Nutrition for Women webinar

09-Oct-2024 By Danielle Masterson

There’s still time to register! Don’t miss the chance to hear from experts on everything from legal claims to market research to the science behind sports nutrition products for women.

Navigating challenges in active nutrition: Active Nutrition Summit preview

01-Oct-2024 By Olivia Haslam

The Active Nutrition Summit kicks off in a week, and day one will offer a deep dive into emerging trends shaping the industry as consumers increasingly focus on holistic health.

‘Great content and loved the networking opportunities!’: Save the date for Probiota Americas 2025

30-Sep-2024 By Stephen Daniells

NutraIngredients-USA is pleased to announce the dates for the 10th anniversary edition of Probiota Americas, described by one recent attendee as “one of the finest, most balanced events in the supplement industry globally.”

PharmaLinea’s back pain product improves effects of physical therapy: Study

26-Sep-2024 By Louisa Richards

A new clinical trial from Romania shows that people who combine physical therapy with Qspine complex significantly improve back pain and mobility over three months.

Helaina prepares to launch human lactoferrin in CPG products following $45 million Series B fundraise

25-Sep-2024 By Elizabeth Crawford

Biotechnology company Helaina is taking the next step in its mission to transform nutrition with human equivalent bioactive proteins by bringing its flagship ingredient – effera Human Lactoferrin – to market in the coming quarter with the help of a $45...

Arla launches 'Go High in Protein' campaign

25-Sep-2024 By Louisa Richards

Arla Foods Ingredients announced its Nutrilac ProteinBoost range of patented microparticulated whey proteins to appeal to manufacturers formulating to meet theconsumer demand for high protein products.

NJ State Assembly bill that restricts supplements to minors advances

24-Sep-2024 By Danielle Masterson

New Jersey, home to many dietary supplement industry players like The Vitamin Shoppe, Gaspari Nutrition, NutraBio Labs Inc and Solgar Inc, is now facing potential restrictions on dietary supplement sales.

NutraCast: Fitbiomics on why women are the ultimate biohackers

19-Sep-2024 By Danielle Masterson

Biohacking can take various forms, from exercise optimization to the use of wearables or the simple act of drinking a cup of coffee. Biohacking is currently a $17 billion industry and is expected to grow exponentially by 2030. At the forefront of this...

Calling all Sports & Active Nutrition start-ups!

18-Sep-2024 By Stephen Daniells

NutraIngredients-USA is inviting early-stage active lifestyle brands to enter its "Start-up Stars" competition which will see three pioneering entrepreneurs gain industry notoriety at the Sports & Active Nutrition Summit 2025.

Gatorade mixes up portfolio with vitamin-enhanced Hydration Booster line, as water enhancer market grows

17-Sep-2024 By Ryan Daily

Gatorade released Hydration Boosters, an electrolyte drink mix line with a “heavier lifestyle lean” than its sports-focused products, as the brand evolves its portfolio to tap into more everyday occasions, Marissa Pines, senior marketing director for...

NutraWomen Wednesday: Linda Alvarez, MD, Co-founder, Levelle Nutrition

11-Sep-2024 By Danielle Masterson

With women’s needs often overlooked, Linda Alvarez, MD, didn’t found Levelle Nutrition because she wanted to sell products, rather, she and her co-founder saw a problem and were driven to solve it.

Supplements may offer neuroprotection after traumatic brain injury

10-Sep-2024 By Claudia Adrien

Omega-3 fatty acids, magnesium and anthocyanins are among several supplements that may provide neuroprotection against traumatic brain injury (TBI).

New AI model aims to drive innovation and strategy across dietary supplements

04-Sep-2024 By Stephen Daniells

CPG Radar is the brainchild of Afif Ghannoum, co-founder of data-driven microbiome company Biohm Health. His new venture aims to harness big data to drive innovation and strategy across the supplements industry.

Helaina unleashes human equivalent lactoferrin with effera

03-Sep-2024 By Danielle Masterson

Biotech company Helaina recently launched its breakthrough ingredient effera, going from being an R&D company to a commercially viable organization. The move not only marks a critical shift in the company, but offers a novel approach sure to disrupt...

Beta-Alanine consistently improves sports performance for volleyball players – RCT

28-Aug-2024 By Audrey Yow

Beta-Alanine (BA) supplementation has been shown to enhance bio-motor abilities and consistent improvement for physiological performance among volleyball players in a Korean RCT.

Mixed protein may drive better golf performance: RCT

26-Aug-2024 By Stephen Daniells

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.

M&A activity reveals dominance of sports nutrition

21-Aug-2024 By Donna Eastlake

Sports nutrition is proving profitable as it dominates the current mergers and acquisitions market. But what’s next for this major food and beverage trend?

Magnesium may mitigate muscle soreness

21-Aug-2024 By Asia Sherman

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.

Protein shake enhances muscle strength in sedentary individuals: Study

20-Aug-2024 By Olivia Haslam

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.

Ancient Drinks expands retail presence on West Coast, uses ‘hyperbole’ to differentiate in sports drink category

12-Aug-2024 By Ryan Daily

Ancient Drinks is taking its first major step beyond its direct-to-consumer roots and into retailers on the West Coast and the Southwest, including natural retailers Lassens and Good Earth Markets, as it tries to rewrite the sports drink branding playbook...

On the ground at the 2024 Olympics: Female athlete nutrition

08-Aug-2024 By Olivia Haslam

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.

Research uncovers sport supplement habits of female road cyclists

08-Aug-2024 By Olivia Haslam

Overall health trumps athletic performance for female road cyclists making sport supplement (SS) choices, says a new study.

The Turmeric Co. has science strategy to compete with big sports nutrition players

08-Aug-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

Athlete-built and science-backed turmeric shot brand The Turmeric Co. is aiming to build a portfolio of health drink ranges, starting with a watermelon-based electrolyte juice brand to rival popular artificial sports drinks.

Probiotics and casein improve the aerobic capacity of male soccer players: Study

07-Aug-2024 By Priyom Bose

Probiotics and casein supplements could improve endurance of male soccer players, according to a recent double-blinded, randomized, placebo-controlled study.

Iron deficiency is prevalent among athletes: Study

05-Aug-2024 By Claudia Adrien

Iron deficiency is common among athletes and reduces their probability of reaching peak oxygen consumption (VO2 peak) during exercise.

Study reveals how genetics impact creatine's muscle building efficacy

02-Aug-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

Research in professional football players indicates that the response to increased muscle mass under creatine supplementation in professional football players is associated with a genetic score.

Bedtime dose of kava boosts motivation during special ops training

01-Aug-2024 By Asia Sherman

Taking a single nightly dose of kava extract surprisingly increased the daytime motivation to move during two weeks of military special operations training, according to a recent study led by researchers at wellness company Thorne HealthTech.

Nektium wins 2024 Nutrition Research Initiative of the Year

31-Jul-2024 By Asia Sherman

Spanish ingredient supplier Nektium received this year’s NutraIngredients-USA Nutrition Research Award in recognition of the science supporting the exercise-mimetic properties of its Zynamite PX ingredient in skeletal muscle.

Personalisation potential: Caffeine's benefits greater in athletes with specific genetic profiles – study

29-Jul-2024 By Hui Ling Dang

A study suggests that individuals who are carriers of a specific genetic variant may reap better exercise performance from caffeine supplementation, underscoring a potential approach for developing personalised sports nutrition products.

Meet the 2024 NutraIngredients-USA Ingredient of the Year winners

26-Jul-2024 By Asia Sherman

The NutraIngredients-USA Awards celebrated its 2024 Ingredient of the Year winners at a ceremony held in Chicago on July 15, recognizing ingredients that demonstrated genuine market demand, scientific merit, commercial success, and innovation and differentiation....

Meet the 2024 NutraIngredients-USA Product of the Year winners

25-Jul-2024 By Asia Sherman

NutraIngredients-USA announced its 2024 Product of the Year winners, celebrated across botanical, microbiome modulation, omega-3 and sports nutrition categories at last week’s awards ceremony in Chicago.

Sabinsa highlights tolerability of beetroot extract in older population

25-Jul-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

Nutraceutical ingredient supplier Sabinsa has highlighted the results of a preliminary study evaluating the safety, tolerability and health benefits of its standardized beetroot extract Sabeet.

Beta-Alanine boosts power in high-intensity training: Study

22-Jul-2024 By Olivia Haslam

Beta-alanine supplementation improves sports performance in key high-intensity functional training (HIFT) measures, according to a new study published in the journal Nutrients.

NCAA athletes suffer from poor nutrition knowledge across divisions: Study

19-Jul-2024 By Claudia Adrien

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.

The 2024 NutraIngredients-USA Awards: And the winners are...

16-Jul-2024 By Stephen Daniells

The winners of the 7th Annual NutraIngredients-USA Awards were revealed July 15 during an awards presentation at NutraIngredients-USA's Chicago HQ.

U.S. Chamber of Commerce backs CRN suit against NY age-restriction law

12-Jul-2024 By Claudia Adrien

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is among four organizations that filed an amicus brief Thursday to combat a New York law which bans the sale of weight loss and muscle building supplements to minors.

Review: Omega-3 fatty acids boost exercise recovery but not performance

12-Jul-2024 By Jon Smith

Supplementation with omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids improves recovery after exercise by reducing signs of oxidative stress, suggests a review in Nutrients.

Sharon Leite on bringing Bodybuilding.com back to its ‘former glory’

10-Jul-2024 By Danielle Masterson

Sharon Leite, the newly appointed CEO of Omni Retail Enterprises, said she is excited to take on the challenge of leading the company into a new era. Leite brings with her a wealth of experience from her previous roles, including her time as CEO of the...

‘The most desirable award for a company who develops active ingredients’: Industry gears up for NIU Awards broadcast

08-Jul-2024 By Stephen Daniells

The winners of the 2024 NutraIngredients-USA Awards will be revealed during an awards presentation at NutraIngredients-USA's Chicago HQ live on July 15. Our finalists are excited to hear the results. You should be, too!