Proteins, peptides, amino acids

L-alanyl-L-glutamine may reduce muscle protein breakdown after resistance exercise

02-Jun-2015 By Stephen DANIELLS

Consuming L-Alanyl-L-Glutamine post-exercise mat reduce muscle protein breakdown, says a new study from the University of Texas at Austin using Kyowa Hakko’s Sustamine ingredient.

Is the $35 billion figure for the dietary supplements industry over-inflated?

21-May-2015 By Stephen Daniells

The US dietary supplements industry is only worth about $12 billion, according to Dr Kurt Jetta, CEO and founder of the TABS Group.

Special Edition: Outsourcing

Straddling supplement/foods fence a common dodge in sports nutrition sphere, contract manufacturer says

12-May-2015 By Hank Schultz

Sports nutrition brands, egged on by risk-taking consumers and buoyed by low protein prices, will be the problem children of the dietary supplement industry for the foreseeable future, said an executive with one promiment contract manufacturer.

Study: L-arginine/L-citrulline combo outperforms either amino acid in isolation for NO activity

27-Apr-2015 By Hank Schultz

An animal study conducted by Kyowa Hakko has shown that the company’s patented L-citrulline/L-arginine ingredient is effective in boosting plasma L-arginine levels enhancing nitric oxide bioavailability post supplementation.

Green algae combo may counter obesity-linked metabolic changes: Study

20-Apr-2015 By Stephen DANIELLS

A mixture of green algae extracts may lower body fat and improve lean mass in rats fed a high carbohydrate, high fat diet, says new study.

Muscle-building supplements linked to testicular cancer risk

14-Apr-2015 By Niamh Michail

An association between muscle-building supplements and testicular cancer is stronger for young men and long periods of use - with a 177% increased risk for those who mix supplements, warn scientists.

Small changes for big benefits: Altering protein and carb profile has big impact on weight

10-Apr-2015 By Nathan Gray

Making small, consistent changes to the types of protein- and carbohydrate-rich foods we eat may have a big impact on long-term weight, say researchers behind a new large-scale diet study.

US web retailer pumps EU distribution as gym community swells

09-Apr-2015 By Annie Harrison-Dunn

US site Bodybuilding.com has opened its first UK distribution centre to better cater to its customer base in Europe - part of a community that includes 25 million unique visitors to its websites each month.

Rice Bran Technologies' protein will compete with clean source, 'made in USA' message, CEO says

08-Apr-2015 By Hank Schultz

Rice Bran Technologies (RIBT) is close to market with a new rice protein offering that will benefit from a ‘made in USA’ clean sourcing message.  The protein’s debut awaited modifications to the company’s Montana production facility, work that was completed...

Is fast food as effective as sports supplements for recovery?

08-Apr-2015 By Annie Harrison-Dunn

Burgers and French fries may be just as effective in glycogen recovery and performance as isoenergetic sport supplements, say researchers from the University of Montana.

SCIENCE SHORT

Chicken collagen helps osteoarthritis, says Bioiberica

07-Apr-2015 By Niamh Michail

Type II native collagen from chickens alleviates symptoms of osteoarthritis in two clinical and animal studies.

Despite economic uncertainty, Brazilian ingredient market remains promising, exec says

03-Apr-2015 By Hank Schultz

The widely publicized issues affecting the Brazilian economy is a concern for companies selling ingredients there, but the underlying demand for health and wellness products means market growth is still a realistic possibility, says one executive.

Not just for hippies: Hemp's rising superfood status

01-Apr-2015 By RJ Whitehead

Bursting with nutrients and boasting an impressive growth rate, the future of hemp seed is bright– but what’s the best way for manufacturers to cash in on a product that is connected – mistakenly but understandably – with an illegal drug?

Special Edition: VitaFoods South America

Rising health trend in Brazil creates opportunity for supplements, healthy foods, analyst says

30-Mar-2015 By Hank Schultz

The demand for health food and dietary supplements in Brazil is being driven by consumer trends in the country, according to recent market research presented by Mintel.  Almost a third of Brazilians who consume healthy products would like to see a wider...

Can fermented kimchi alter the gut microbiota and influence metabolism?

30-Mar-2015 By Stephen DANIELLS

Consuming fermented kimchi, a source of lactobacilli, may alter the composition of bacterial populations in the gut and affect metabolic pathways for obese women, says a new study from Korea.

$5.9 bn US sports nutrition market unlocking mass appeal: Euromonitor

27-Mar-2015 By Maggie Hennessy

Buoyed by the continued rise of protein as a super-nutrient and a growing urgency around better fitness to stave off lifestyle diseases, sports nutrition is attracting a wider audience of consumers, according to “Trends and Developments in Sports Nutrition”...

Coalition recommends label declaration for use of nanotechnology

23-Mar-2015 By Hank Schultz

A coalition of NGOs has released a policy recommendation on how companies should move forward on the use of nanotech in foods and supplements. The document recommends corporate transparency and label declarations for the use of this technology.

Nestlé files whey world patent: Lactoferrin for infant memory and learning

20-Mar-2015 By Annie Harrison-Dunn

Nestlé has filed an international patent for the whey fraction lactoferrin to improve memory, learning speed and promote brain maturation in children.

The science of nutricosmetics: ‘Not all collagen ingredients are created equal’

19-Mar-2015 By Stephen DANIELLS

Collagen ingredients are driving much of the growth in the global nutricosmetics market, which is predicted to reach US$7.4bn by 2020, but how much science is there to substantiate the claims?  

Which protein can help weight loss but keep muscle?

19-Mar-2015 By Annie Harrison-Dunn

Greater energy from whey protein means greater loss of fat but retention of muscle while dieting, according to research that looked at different protein sources. 

Special edition: Beauty from within

Nutricosmetics: ‘US market holds great potential but a few challenges must be overcome’, say suppliers

19-Mar-2015 By Stephen Daniells

New product launches containing collagen – the majority with a “beauty from within” positioning – have grown an eye-watering 250% in just four years, with Japan offering plenty of delivery and formulations lessons for Western companies.

Spread protein throughout the day for muscle gain and weight loss: Nestlé study

18-Mar-2015 By Niamh Michail

Balancing protein intake throughout the day - rather than having the bulk as part of an evening meal - helped participants in a study to boost muscle gain by nearly 20% and lose weight, Nestlé researchers have found.

Bioriginal results boost Omega Protein's bottom line

16-Mar-2015 By Hank Schultz

Omega Protein corporation reported 55% year-over-year revenue growth in its fourth-quarter 2014 financial report, driven in large part by the contribution of omega-3 specialty supplier Bioriginal, which the company acquired in September of last year.

Food Vision sneak peeks - Cannes, March 18-20

Ex-World Cup sports scientist: Best carb-protein blend is 3:1

09-Mar-2015 By Shane STARLING

Protein was once thought necessary to fuel sporting activity but evolving research has shown it is better for muscle recovery and short chain carbohydrates (sugars) are the accepted fuel tools. And then there are blends of the two…plus the carb and protein...

TMR enters sports nutrition sector with pre- and post-workout range

06-Mar-2015 By Stephen DANIELLS

Trace Minerals Research (TMR) is entering the sports nutrition market a range of pre- and post-workout formulations under the name TMRFit series.

FitLife Brands takes hit on unit prices but boosts profits by switching to captive GNC distribution

04-Mar-2015 By Hank Schultz

Switching to a captive distribution mode within the GNC network has helped dietary supplements marketer FitLife Brands realize higher profits on flat revenue, the company announced recently.

Researchers delve into nutrition solutions for illness–prone athletes

27-Feb-2015 By Annie Harrison-Dunn

There is a need for greater research into nutrition solutions for upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs) that are common in athletes, according to the researcher behind a study on the impact of omega-3, vitamin D and protein supplementation.

Alpha-lipoic acid + EPA may promote body weight loss in healthy overweight women: Study

27-Feb-2015 By Stephen DANIELLS

Supplements of alpha-lipoic acid, with or without EPA omega-3, may help promote weight loss in obese and overweight women on a reduced calorie diet, says a new study from Spain.

Myos Corp. to present mode of action data on Fortetropin myostatin inhibitor

25-Feb-2015 By Hank Schultz

MYOS Corporation, developers of muscle-health ingredient Fortetropin, have announced new data elucidating the ingredient’s mode of action that will be presented at a scientific conference in Boston. The new data shows the ingredient works in three different...

Special Edition: Going Non GMO in Supplements

Enzymes present special case in affirming non GMO status of ingredients

24-Feb-2015 By Hank Schultz

When trying to source non GMO dietary ingredients for supplements, the inclusion of enzymes presents a special case. There is confusion about the penetration of genetic modification technology into the sector, a confusion that is abetted by the tightly-held...

Amaranth seeds may help cardiovascular health and diabetes

20-Feb-2015 By Niamh Michail

Amaranth seeds may help prevent coronary disease, lower cholesterol and manage diabetes, according to a scientific review.

Cultured views from Probiota 2015 in Amsterdam

Game on: Probiotics & sports performance

18-Feb-2015 By Shane STARLING

Clinical data is building around the role of probiotics to aid athletic performance – from recovery to muscle development to immune defense. We spoke to a leading researcher at Probiota in Amsterdam this month…

GNC revenue declines as company revamps pricing, product mix and corporate culture

13-Feb-2015 By Hank Schultz

GNC Holdings reported declining sales in the fourth quarter and for its full 2014 fiscal year. CEO Michael Archbold attributed the declines to changes in pricing, revamping of stores’ product mix and lower manufacturing volume in an effort to match inventory...

Sports nutrition companies differentiating based on quality, transparency

05-Feb-2015 By Hank Schultz

The issue of “protein spiking” has led companies in the sports nutrition sphere to start to differentiate their products based on the quality and transparency of their ingredients and to rely less on marketing-driven messages of the products’ muscle-boosting...

ResQWater builds science to set it apart in ‘crowded’ anti-hangover segment

05-Feb-2015 By Stephen DANIELLS

Knocking back the “anti-hangover drink” ResQwater with every few drinks and before bed may improve sleep and boost attention and focus the morning after, says data from a clinical trial.

Science in brief

UC-II beats glucosamine & chondroitin for knee joint comfort & flexibility: InterHealth data

03-Feb-2015 By Stephen DANIELLS

A daily dose of InterHealth’s UC-II, an un-denatured type II collagen, may boost joint comfort in healthy individuals who only experience discomfort with exercise, according to data presented at the 2015 Scripps Natural Supplement Conference.

new trial shows supplement reduced pain to same level as drug treatment

Glucosamine plus chondroitin sulphate may aid joint health in osteoarthritis

02-Feb-2015 By Nathan Gray

Combined supplementation with chondroitin sulphate and glucosamine could help to reduce knee joint pain, stiffness, and functional disability of people with osteoarthritis, say researchers.

300-strong ‘teenage nutrition & health’ cohort extended to 2017; diabetes-obesity insights sought

30-Jan-2015 By Shane STARLING

A 300-person cohort assessing how youthful diet and lifestyle affects health via methods like amino acids, sugars and antioxidants measurement has been extended to 2017, with an aim to plug a gap in teenage data.

L-glutamine may alter gut microbiota to resemble changes seen in weight loss programs

30-Jan-2015 By Stephen Daniells

Supplements of L-glutamine may alter the composition of the gut microbiota in obese people, and shift it towards a profile seen in leaner individuals, says a new study from Brazil.

Sleep: Consumers are looking for natural alternatives, but what's holding the category back?

30-Jan-2015 By Stephen Daniells

The overall sleep aid category is growing at an eye-watering 27% and is expected to hit $732 million in 2018, but natural products and dietary supplements only occupy a small portion of the market. NutraIngredients-USA explores the challenges and opportunities...

Sales of pediatric supplements, probiotics & protein rise, Euromonitor says

29-Jan-2015 By Elizabeth Crawford

Ongoing consumer interest in preventive health and wellness is expanding into new niches of the dietary supplement market and driving growth of pediatric products, probiotics, protein and new combination products, according to data from Euromonitor International. 

Does the edible bugs trend have the legs to succeed?

23-Jan-2015 By Nathan Gray

Not a week goes by without media headlines talking about the potential of insects to help feed the world. But where does that potential really lie?

On the spike: The curious case of a contaminated sports supplement

21-Jan-2015 By Shane STARLING

‘Don’t take sports supplements, they can’t be trusted’ was the takeaway message from Welsh track stars Rhys Williams and Gareth Warburton after the recent UK Anti-Doping (UKAD) tribunal agreed steroids got into their blood streams via contaminated sports...

Dannon targets US 'struggling dieter' with Light & Fit protein shakes

19-Jan-2015 By Mark ASTLEY

The Dannon Company has launched a low-fat protein shake for the "struggling dieter" under its existing Light & Fit yogurt brand.

Kyowa Hakko’s Sustamine may boost reaction time post-exercise: Study

19-Jan-2015 By Stephen DANIELLS

Taking L-Alanyl-L-Glutamine after endurance exercise may increase an athletes’ reaction times and cognitive function when compared to no hydration, says a new study using Kyowa Hakko’s Sustamine ingredient.

Davisco boosts capacity & launches whey protein forms as demand continues to ‘expand rapidly’

16-Jan-2015

Minnesota-based Davisco has increased the production capacity and extended its BioZate product line, a family of hydrolyzed whey proteins that complements our portfolio of whey protein products for food and nutrition applications.

Kyowa Hakko’s L-citrulline may support GI health during strenuous exercise

15-Jan-2015 By Stephen DANIELLS

Taking a supplement containing L-citrulline may support blood flow in the stomach and help reduce gastrointestinal (GI) problems associated with physical strain during strenuous exercise, making the ingredient a potentially important pre-work out ingredient...

‘Excipient foods' show promise in enhancing nutrient bioavailability

14-Jan-2015 By Nathan Gray

Improving the design of functional and finished products by better understanding the role of excipient foods could help increase the bioavailability of functional nutrients, according to new research.

Sampling firm Bulu Box uses vast trove of data to help cricket protein start-up

13-Jan-2015 By Hank Schultz

Before a new food comes to market, the idea of that new food must be planted and pruned. How to fashion that idea so that it has the best chance of success? That’s were the data machine of Bulu Box comes in.

Media investment means US probiotic growth outpacing EU

13-Jan-2015 By Annie Harrison-Dunn

US probiotic market growth has been bolstered by big media investment, something yet to be seen in the EU, according to the Swedish firm Probi which just secured its largest transatlantic order to date.