News, Analysis & Insights on Nutrition, Supplements, and Health
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.
Robert Lewandowksi, one of the top goalscorers in Bundesliga and Champions League history, has signed on as global brand ambassador for KSM-66 Ashwagandha.
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The Weight Management Summit will explore the market, the regulatory landscape, the science of natural alternatives, side effect support and how to best communicate all of this to an engaged, passionate and growing consumer base.
A low dose of guayusa leaf extract may boost cognition and mood in health young adults, while a higher dose may also promote motor-cognitive performance, according to results of a small acute-dosing study.
A combination of two probiotic strains may increase the activity of certain immune cells in marathon runners, says a new study from Brazil that adds to the potential immune health benefits of probiotics for endurance athletes.
Global sports supplement brand MuscleTech has reached a manufacturing and marketing agreement with Trust Group to expand its reach into the Brazilian market.
Natural Alternatives International, Inc. recently announced it has named Barentz as the exclusive distributor of its CarnoSyn beta-alanine for the Brazilian dietary supplements market.
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Initially touted as acute performance aid, exogenous ketones and the supporting science are shifting towards opportunities for athletic recovery, a subject matter expert told NutraIngredients-USA.
South Korea and Brazil have become the fastest growing markets for incorporating probiotics into sports nutrition products, says supplier firm Synbio Tech, which is known for its probiotic strain Lactiplantibacillus plantarum TWK10.
Natural ingredient supplier Sabinsa announced this week that The Brazilian Health Regulatory Agency (ANVISA) has green-lighted its Curcumin C3 Reduct as health ingredient in the country.
Swiss longevity biotech company Timeline (parent company Amazentis) announced that it has raised CHF 56 million (US$ 66 million) in an oversubscribed Series D financing round that included strategic investments by L’Oréal and Nestlé.
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Arandi Health has tapped decades of Alzheimer's research to create Durabrain, a nutraceutical formula powered by a millennia-old organic substance harvested from the Atacama Desert in northern Chile.
Pea protein may be substituted for whey protein without compromising athlete recovery or performance, according to a recent study from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Taking dietary creatine supplements for at least six months may improve brain performance for those with long-term neurological disorders.
Special Edition: Sports & Active Nutrition
After a challenging few years during the COVID-19 pandemic, the sports and active nutrition category is surging, with hydration, pre-workouts, and creatine crushing it with huge sales growth.
Herbal supplement manufacturer Gaia Herbs has partnered with supermodel Gisele Bündchen to inspire and teach consumers about how to kickstart a healthier lifestyle.
Creatine supplementation can increase brain creatine content, which over time may help explain its promising effects on brain health and function, according to a recent review.
enfinity energy, LLC and TSI Group have announced an exclusive global distribution partnership for enfinity paraxanthine, a metabolite of caffeine supported by 23 filed patents, four human clinical studies, and a robust body of preclinical work.
A recent study has found that a high proportion of nutrition professionals working with elite soccer teams would recommend nutritional supplementation, highlighting the crucial role of nutritionists in enhancing player performance through well-informed...
Chia became a household name in the 1980s, popularized by the fascination with fur-sprouting animal figurines, but its use as health aid dates as far back as the Aztec and Mayan empires. Today, after a slight dip in the market, chia is back on the scene...
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.
Save the Date! NutraIngredients-USA’s Sports & Active Nutrition Summit returns to San Diego, Feb. 15 to 17, 2023. The event brings together scientists, formulators, consultants, and regulatory experts to move the sports nutrition category forward.
Decreases in reaction time that occur during team sports may be prevented by ketone ester supplements, suggests data from a small study from Canada.
Contract manufacturer Natural Alternatives International Inc. reported increased sales but saw inflationary pressures cut into its profit in its year end earnings statement released yesterday.
Despite the growing understanding that women are not small men attracted to pink packaging, sports nutrition experts say that a gap remains to address the true needs of the athletic woman.
Supplementation with taurine—perhaps best known as an additive in energy drinks—may help control oxidative stress during the aging process, says a recent study published in the journal Nutrition.
Protein content of select commercial whey protein products sold in Colombia is not matching the levels claimed on the labels, says a new study that highlights the quality issues in this South American market.
This year’s NutraIngredients-USA NutraChampion, Rick Kingston, PharmD, presented at the Dietary Supplement Regulatory Summit. The one day event included the five heavy hitters representing the industry: Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA),...
PLT Health Solutions' Boswellia serrata-based ingredient aids joints and improves their function, according to new clinical research.
The International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN) featured a variety of presentations to promote the science and application of evidence-based sports nutrition and supplementation, including a non-so-well-known application of creatine.
Stock traders have lost confidence in Herbalife as sales slow and costs rise for the multilevel marketing giant. The company’s recent deceleration could back up the idea that inflation poses a threat the health of the supplement industry.
New York-based Balchem Corporation has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Norwegian Vitamin K2 supplier Kappa Bioscience AS for approximately US$340 million.
Evidence to show that creatine supplementation could increase its content in the human brain is gathering pace but more studies are needed, a review has found.
A proprietary blend of extracts of pomegranate and cocoa may increase total and free testosterone levels and increase strength measures in healthy young men, says a new study from India and the US.
Two speakers have been added to the agenda for the upcoming Sports & Active Nutrition Summit 2022 which takes place Feb. 14-16 in San Diego.
NutraIngredients-USA remains committed to hosting its Sports & Active Nutrition Summit USA, Feb. 14 to 16 in San Diego.
Omnivores and vegans experienced similar muscle mass and strength benefits from whey or plant-protein supplements, respectively, says a new study from Brazil.
News in Brief
Prebiotic ingredient powerhouse Beneo has announced a multi-million euro investment program for the coming years to expand capacity for its prebiotic chicory root fibre production sites in Belgium and Chile.
Personalized dietary advice is a cost-effective way to boost protein intakes and increase strength for community-dwelling older adults, says a new study from Finland and The Netherlands.
Chilean firm Benexia has made big strides in moving toward becoming a supplier of chia-based ingredients as opposed to being purely a purveyor of the seed itself.
New product developments and scientific discoveries will be given the spotlight during Vitafoods Europe in Geneva next month (Oct 5-7).
New research has warned about the importance of expert guidance and biochemical monitoring for sports nutrition users, as it finds a link between supplement consumption and alterations in liver and kidney function.
After decades with some of the most respected brands in sports nutrition, Dr Rob Wildman has ventured out on his own and his new brand is an embodiment of his commitment to the field and his pursuit of quality. “I want to take the guesswork out of taking...
TSI Group has expanded the global reach for its myHMB ingredient with approval by ANVISA, the Brazilian regulatory agency.
A new dileucine ingredient that leads to over 40% more muscle building potential than leucine alone is being commercialized by start-up Ingenious Ingredients, with the company already “vetting exclusive top-tier distribution and marketing partners”.
Supplements containing a flavonoid-rich extract from the plant Santa herba may reduce body weight and levels of the appetite hormone leptin, says a new study with overweight and obese women.
A recent study found that supplementation with an astragalus extract benefited the immune systems of elite class rowers participating in a heavy training cycle.
Supplementation with a combination of five probiotic strains for 30 days before a marathon may protect runners from upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) post-race, says a new small study from Brazil.