News, Analysis & Insights on Nutrition, Supplements, and Health
The submission dealdine for the NutraIngredients Europe Awards has been extended to Feb. 2, 2026, providing innovators in the nutrition and health sectors with additional time to submit their entries.
Supplementing with high-dose creatine monohydrate (CrM) for one week improved subjective sleep quality, enhanced cognitive performance, increased physical output and reduced muscle soreness in active men, according to a recent study.
The Sports & Active Nutrition Summit 2026 is just over a month away! Bridging the science and business of the sports and active nutrition categories, SANS is a must-attend event, and let us tell you why…
Dietary supplement use is common among U.S. military personnel, but opinions are polarized, with some viewing supplements as essential and safe and others as ineffective and risky.
With entries for the NutraIngredients Awards 2026 closing on Jan. 26, last year’s winners have described the personal and professional benefits of winning an accolade designed to set businesses apart from the competition.
The supplementation of asparagus root extract can significantly lower blood glucose and lipid levels in overweight and obese individuals – but this is only possible when paired with high-intensity interval training (HIIT).
2026 SANS Start-up Star
Theorem recently opened access to its beta program as it prepares to roll out a flagship line of liquid wellness shots designed to integrate easily into daily routines.
Ashwagandha root supplementation delivered sex-specific benefits in team sport athletes, improving recovery perception in women and boosting lower-body strength in men, according to new research published in the journal Nutrients.
Science-led supplement brand Pura Collagen has released two new lines, Pura Digest and GLPure+, one designed to support digestive health and the other to provide a natural alternative to GLP-1 medications.
Europe has seen a 50% increase in the number of creatine gummy products on the market in the last 12 months, but with high price points, increased competition and dosing scrutiny, 2026 looks set to reveal the sustainable strategies.
A lawmaker in Alaska has pre-filed a bill to prohibit the sale of weight loss and muscle building products to minors.
Ingredient supplier Cyvex Nutrition has expanded its portfolio with the addition of plant-based ferritin iron through a partnership with SloIron, Inc., as supplement brands continue to look for alternatives to conventional iron salts and chelates.
2026 SANS Start-up Star
Supplement start-up 3 Waves Wellness is putting the gut-brain-heart axis at the center of a new approach to health, where mental fitness, metabolic health and emotional resilience drive performance and longevity.
Cargill’s recently released ActiveIntel Attitude & Usage Study revealed consumers are moving beyond performance-only products toward formats and formulations aligned with lifestyle, age and individual goals.
With a renewed focus on self-care and a deeper appreciation for healthspan, older consumers present an important and valuable demographic for the active nutrition sector.
Joe Wicks’ protein bar takedown may have stirred controversy, but did it change what consumers are buying?
Four weeks of astaxanthin supplementation improved kicking performance in young male Taekwondo athletes, according to a new study.
Supplement manufacturer Thorne has signed its first official women’s sports partnership, becoming the official sports nutrition partner of Unrivaled under a multi-year agreement that includes jersey patch placement and on-site product integration.
How the ‘everyday athlete’ is powering up performance nutrition
Happy New Year, Nutraverse! Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the global nutrition, functional foods and dietary supplements industries.
Seven days of Rhodiola rosea supplementation improved strength, endurance and cognitive function in resistance-trained athletes, according to a new study published in Nutrients.
Shifting consumer behavior and social-first discovery are pushing traditional dietary supplement ingredients into everyday food and beverage formats, according to new data from NIQ and Spate.
You don’t need me to tell you that longevity, creatine or GLP-1 have been big news. So I’ve taken a different approach to this 2025 recap...
As 2025 draws to a close, its clear this was a pivotal year for sports and active nutrition.
Soccer players may gain meaningful recovery benefits from casein supplementation either immediately after training or before sleep, depending on their performance goals, according to new research published in Nutrients.
Greenvit, a Polish supplier specializing in aronia and berry extracts, has expanded its portfolio by acquiring a majority stake in collagen producer Synkol.
China dairy giant Yili is going beyond general milk products and infant nutrition needs by diving into healthy aging needs against the backdrop of a greying population and increased consumer interest in metabolic health.
German specialty chemicals company Alzchem Group AG will invest €120 million into expanding and automating production of its creatine and precursors to keep pace with growing demand.
A recent report from Front Row examined protein’s shift from its original gym niche to the mainstream where it has captured the loyalty of a wider market and established itself as a cornerstone of modern wellness.
The NutraIngredients USA Awards are back for 2026 with two new categories and a continued dedication to honoring the best and brightest in ingredients, finished products, companies, people, and initiatives in the dietary supplements industry.
What if an energy drink could do more than just wake you up? Formulator Shawn Wells sat down with NutraIngredients to introduce OnSwitch, a collaborative, new energy drink concept that made its way around the show floor during SupplySide Global this year.
Daily consumption of creatine during an eight-month soccer season was not associated with any clinically significant biochemical changes in female soccer players, says a new study from Brazil that further supports the safety of creatine.
2025’s supplement successes include creatine, cellular health and weight loss solutions with plant exosomes, pet nutrition and shatavari emerging as topics to watch in 2026, according to PharmaLinea’s end-of-year summit.
More than three-quarters of the global population is not getting enough omega-3, according to a collaborative study sponsored by Holland & Barrett, with the retailer noting a lack of awareness around the nutrient’s brain health benefits.
South African purity-focused mushroom supplier Bioshroom is set to reopen production with new leadership following major facility investment setting the firm up for global expansion.
The Nutrikéo x ProtéinesXTC consulting group has launched CriseNutra, a crisis prevention and management service to help industry players safeguard their long-term position and reputation in the market.
Today we detail the key food, beverage and nutrition themes that will shape our Growth Asia Summit in Singapore in July.
The Food Ingredients Europe (FiE) trade show kicks off in Paris today, welcoming key players in the nutrition industry.
Organic micronutrient startup Biovit has completed a two-year clinical study to back the bioavailability of its 100% organic micronutrients derived from plants, fungi and algae.
Collagen’s role in the U.S. nutrition market is expanding beyond beauty, influencing holistic wellness and driving consumer interest in multifunctional products that support appearance, mobility and long-term health, according to industry insights from...
With the early bird discount closing this Friday (Dec. 5), now is the opportune time to enter the NutraIngredients Awards 2026.
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
Grenade has revealed its “best protein bar ever” in collaboration with Cadbury Creme Egg.
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
A lawmaker in Michigan has filed a bill to prohibit the sale of weight loss and muscle building products to minors. The Council for Responsible Nutrition said the bill is “premised on a misunderstanding of both the science and the regulation of dietary...
Norway-based Hofseth BioCare has announced a strategic product partnership with Metabolic Elite, with formulations being guided by key opinion leader and nutrition expert Jim LaValle.
Women’s health focused news updates include the latest research, NPD, market insights, regulatory restrictions and untapped opportunities.