Proteins, peptides, amino acids
Protein and fiber: What food formulators can learn about benefits stacking
As consumers look for more protein, fiber and other nutritional benefits, ingredient suppliers face a growing formulation challenge: delivering multiple benefits without compromising taste, texture or consumer appeal.
From soaring protein costs to GLP-1 disruption, SANSE explores trends redefining active nutrition
NutraIngredients’ Sports & Active Nutrition Summit Europe (SANSE) 2026 is set to bring together some of the industry’s most influential voices to examine the trends, challenges and opportunities shaping the future of sports and active nutrition.
Precision fermentation versus plant cell culture: Building resilience with green tech alternatives
From the warming climate and extreme weather to geopolitical tension and consumer expectations, the supplements industry is facing mounting pressure to decouple production from agriculture to build more sustainable supply chains.
EU platform launched to accelerate novel food approvals
The Ministry of Future Affairs has launched a new platform to help companies navigate the EU’s novel food approval process and reduce delays, drawing on lessons from the UK’s regulatory sandbox for cultivated meat.
NutraWomen Wednesday: Keely Johnson, founder & principal of KLJ Consulting
Keely Johnson has built a career at the intersection of science, nutraceuticals and wellness, but she hasn’t always followed a conventional path.
SupplySide Global 2026: What’s happening on the show floor
From clear protein shakes to creatine gummies and free omega-3 testing, SupplySide Global exhibitors are giving attendees plenty to put on their show-floor itinerary.
WIN brings four ingredient suppliers under one sachet
The RISE + RESTORE project combines branded ingredients from TSI Group, Stratum Nutrition, Nuritas and AstaReal in daytime energy and nighttime wellness supplement concepts with samples set for SupplySide Global 2026.
Sleep supplements falling short? Nourished goes beyond bedtime rituals with peptide gummy
As demand for sleep support continues to rise, nutrition brands like 3D-printed gummy brand Nourished are looking beyond traditional remedies to develop science-backed solutions that target sleep quality and overnight recovery.
Personalized nutrition for night shift workers linked to reduced inflammation
The timing of macronutrient intake may influence circadian regulation of fat metabolism and inflammation in night shift workers, independently of total calorie intake, a new study suggests.
XXL Nutrition and Those Vegan Cowboys join €1.2M project to deliver cow-free casein
Scientists and sports nutrition experts from across the Netherlands have partnered in an aim to bring functional and ‘future-proof’ protein solutions to the global market.
AI’s booming, but execute it right to win – Agrifood experts
AI is rapidly transforming operations in the agrifood sector, allowing companies to identify innovative technologies quicker and enabling shorter product cycles, but whether AI is useful still boils down to meticulous planning and execution, say agrifood...
CoreFX launches Irish headquarters as gateway to European collaboration
US-based biotech firm CoreFX LLC has launched a new Irish headquarters within Teagasc Food Research Centre, Moorepark, as an innovation gateway to Europe.
BSRA calls on longevity industry to invest in aging research
Aging research has never been more relevant. Yet despite aging populations, stretched healthcare systems and booming commercial interest in longevity, fundamental questions about the biology of aging remain unanswered and research funding is scarce,...
Study: App-based personalized dietary coaching effective for weight loss
A study comparing app-based, personalized, and general dietary coaching for weight reduction found that all interventions achieved clinically meaningful weight loss of at least 5% and improvements in blood lipid levels.
Start-Up Stars opens entries for 2027 summit
Three emerging sports and active nutrition companies will earn the chance to pitch their businesses, build industry connections and take the stage at the 2027 summit.
New precision fermentation facility opens in France to accelerate ingredient innovation
A new biotechnology facility with advanced precision fermentation capabilities has opened in Clermont-Ferrand, France today (Sept. 29) to help start-ups scale from the lab to mass market production.
SANS USA moves to Dallas for 2027
The Sports & Active Nutrition Summit USA (SANS USA) is heading to Dallas in 2027 after two consecutive sold-out editions in San Diego.
September NPD launchpad: Beauty, peptides, and convenient formats
Europe’s new product launches reveal trends for nutricosmetics, innovative peptides, and formats which improve consumer experience and encourage consistency.
Social media rife with misleading supplement marketing, researchers find
Misleading claims about food are widespread on social media, with supplements emerging as the most frequently identified theme, according to a new analysis conducted by Infoodmation.
The Better Menopause: Bringing scientific substantiation to the burgeoning menopause market
Two female entrepreneurs who entered the menopause wellness market before it became mainstream are investing in gold-standard science to differentiate their products in a surging market.
Upcycled salmon protein may improve key biological drivers of healthy aging: RCT
Eight weeks of supplementation with salmon protein hydrolysate may improve systemic inflammation, glycemic control, and body composition, says a pilot study using Hofseth BioCare’s ProGo ingredient.
FrieslandCampina study shows DHA supplementation may support endurance in female athletes
Four months of daily DHA supplementation significantly increased omega-3 levels in semi-professional female soccer players and was linked to higher aerobic capacity, according to new research funded by FrieslandCampina.
Study backs HMB’s role in age-related muscle preservation
A new study showed that beta-hydroxy-beta-methylbutyrate (HMB) showed beneficial effects on muscle protein synthesis and breakdown in older adults consuming whey protein, and revealed sex-based differences.
Protein source affects plasma AGE markers
Protein supplementation, depending on the types of protein taken, can affect the plasma levels of different advanced glycation end products (AGEs), according to a new RCT from Singapore.
NutraIngredients sports and healthspan summits: Early bird discount ends this week!
There are just a few days left to grab a discounted ticket for NutraIngredients’ Sports & Active Nutrition Summit Europe (SANSE) and Nutra Healthspan Summit (NHS) landing in London this November.
CPHI/HI Korea 2026
First in Korea: CJ Wellcare debuts health functional foods containing MACs
South Korean firm CJ Wellcare recently launched a new brand of functional foods that apply Microbiota-Accessible Carbohydrates (MACs) as a key ingredient, said to be a first in the country.
NutraCast: KOS: ‘Being plant-based doesn’t mean you have to stay in the protein aisle forever’
About a year after a change in ownership, KOS is positioning itself for a broader role in dietary supplements, expanding beyond what consumers might traditionally associate with a plant-based brand while strengthening the infrastructure behind its products.
6 reasons to attend the Nutra Healthspan Summit 2026
The Nutra Healthspan Summit is just over two months away! Bridging cutting-edge science and business strategy to extend healthspan through nutrition and supplements, the Nutra Healthspan Summit is a must-attend event, and let us tell you why…
Top reasons to attend NutraIngredients’ Sports & Active Nutrition Summit Europe 2026
The Sports & Active Nutrition Summit Europe 2026 will take place in London on Monday November 9, 2026, delivering its definitive mix of cutting edges scientific insights, essential business strategy tips and unmissable market intelligence.
Could AI-driven consumer discovery reshape women’s health innovation?
Artificial intelligence and consumer search data could play an increasingly important role in identifying opportunities in women’s health, according to Somdutta Singh, founder and CEO of AI-powered cross-border commerce platform Assiduus.
Industry questions glucosamine-Alzheimer’s risk findings
Industry experts have challenged recently published research linking glucosamine supplementation to faster Alzheimer’s disease progression, arguing that chronic pain, osteoarthritis and other factors could help explain the association.
August NPD Launchpad: Higher dose creatine, niche target markets, protein and healthspan in focus
This month’s new product launches highlight the drive to deliver cognitive health focused creatine solutions, an unabating interest in protein innovation and an overarching focus on healthspan support.
GLP-1 nutrition race heats up as Nestlé, supplements and pharma target ‘companion’ market
Nestlé’s latest GLP-1 strategy suggests that what started as a supplement-industry opportunity is becoming a much broader nutrition category.
GymBeam builds European footprint through AI, robotics and sports nutrition staples
Sports nutrition retailer and brand GymBeam claims to have established itself as the largest European retailer of supplements after investing in warehouse robotics, AI and delivering on trends for sports nutrition, GLP-1 support and longevity.
Vitafoods Asia 2026
Vitafoods Asia 2026 show floor preview: Exhibitors A-G
Vitafoods Asia 2026 returns to Bangkok, Thailand, from September 2 to 4, and nutraceutical companies from across the globe will be exhibiting new innovative ingredients, products and services at the show.
Happy Mammoth looks to fill the gap in collagen-gut support
Australian brand Happy Mammoth is looking to fill a market gap in collagen and prebiotic combined supplementation through a product built on the gains of its bestseller.
Creatine research highlights blind spots in brain health and bioavailability
Despite being one of the most studied and widely used supplements in sports nutrition, creatine’s clinical backing lacks detail on bioavailability and preparations targeting the brain, according to new research.
August Launch Pad: Convenience, targeted benefits and multifunctional formulas converge
This month’s launches highlight the continued expansion of convenient, targeted and multifunctional formats, from creatine sachets and sparkling protein to instant mushroom lattes and on-the-go pre-workout.
Whey protein pricing: An insider’s view on business strategy
From gym-goers to GLP-1 users, consumers have never been more interested in protein. But as the ingredient moves further into mainstream formulations, record whey prices have prompted the exploration of alternatives, raising questions about what can...
Which sports nutrition brands is AI recommending to consumers?
A new analysis suggests AI-generated recommendations can shift dramatically depending on how consumers phrase their questions, while experts caution that AI visibility remains difficult to measure.
