Proteins, peptides, amino acids

NI+Hormonal health supplement launches target women at every life stage

As the women’s supplement market continues to expand, hormonal health is emerging as a key area of innovation, with brands taking a closer look at formulations tailored to life stages.

NI+From stimulation to restoration: Sleep and recovery in cognitive wellness

Sleep is becoming a top health priority, serving as an active restorative process for the brain and nervous system and the foundation of cognitive performance, emotional balance and long-term health.

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.

NI+Metabolic health supplement launches target gut health, glucose control and satiety

As GLP-1 drugs reshape the weight-management landscape, supplement brands are rethinking their approach, broadening the conversation beyond weight loss to metabolic health, muscle preservation and overall wellness.

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.

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.

NI+EFSA sets out scientific priorities for food safety, innovation and AI

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has published a roadmap for European food regulation over the next decade, outlining how food safety risk assessments should evolve in response to innovation, climate change and emerging technologies.

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.

NI+Thousands of supplement ads at risk of non-compliance, ASA investigation finds

Ads for wellness products and supplements often breach advertising regulations, according to a new, large-scale analysis by the Advertising Standards Agency (ASA).

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.

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.

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.

NI+UK food industry must band together to protect the health of the nation, experts say

With 9 million UK citizens heading for chronic disease by 2040, health has become a central focus for consumers, with 89% of households now prioritizing health and well-being, according to data from NielsenIQ (NIQ).

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.

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.

NI+Could disappearing heritage diets hold new clues for nutrition innovation?

A newly launched global research initiative is investigating how disappearing heritage diets influence disease, metabolism, immunity and the microbiome, and whether those insights could lead to new health interventions.

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.  

NI+Supplements 101: What are peptides?

The surge in GLP-1 drug use has brought peptides from a niche research area into the mainstream, sparking growing interest across nutrition and health, but confusion remains about what they are and how they are regulated.

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.

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.

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...

Startup Spotlight

NI+Yutrients converts supplement stackers with ‘limitless’ tailored blends

UK startup Yutrients is looking to ‘redefine’ personalized nutrition be creating customized powder blends designed to be as unique as the customer’s fingerprint.

NI+EU packaging and recycling rules now in force: Timeline for obligations

The EU regulation on packaging and packaging waste (PPWR) came into force on Aug. 12, introducing immediate and upcoming obligations that redefine how packaging must be designed, used, recycled and reduced across all EU countries.

From weight loss shakes to wellness routines: SlimFast repositioned with new look and NPD

SlimFast is transforming from a heritage weight management brand into an everyday wellness business in response to the GLP-1 boom, with NPD launches focused around creatine, collagen, protein and fiber.

NI+Are GLP-1s driving demand for hair growth supplements?

Hair growth supplements are one of the fastest growing categories in the beauty-from-within market, a trend increasingly linked to the rise of GLP-1 drugs.

Study reveals poor knowledge of drug-supplement interactions among health practitioners

Healthcare professionals in Portugal may be ill-equipped to identify potential drug-supplement interactions, according to new findings, with researchers calling for better training and clearer clinical protocols.

Role models rebranded: AG1 kicks off first football collaboration

AG1 has partnered Swansea City AFC marking the brand’s first football collaboration in what it hopes will be the start of a “new trend where wellness brands sit front-and-center on sports jerseys”.

Could soaring whey prices make infant formula even more expensive?

Will the use of whey in trending foods and beverages have a knock-on effect on essential categories?

Danone reports H1 sales boost despite infant formula recall incident

Global food giant Danone has reported closing a ‘solid’ first half of the year, with sales up in its specialized nutrition division despite the infant formula recall earlier this year.

Polish research suggests ‘aggressive advertising’ deepens supplement confusion

A new study from the National Research Institute in Poland argues consumer education campaigns are needed to combat the widespread belief promoted by ‘aggressive advertising’ that dietary supplements have therapeutic effects.

NI+Amazon Spain blocks listings and suspends accounts in packaging compliance crackdown

Amazon Spain has triggered immediate blocks on listings and suspended accounts as it cracks down on producer responsibility compliance.

NI+Building consumer trust: Ten Percent Club bets on athlete advocacy and product certification

In just three years of trading, the Ten Percent Club has grown into a sports nutrition brand trusted by thousands of athletes worldwide. Now, as it prepares for a Series A funding round, founder Luke O’Reilly is focused on scaling the business through...

Sports nutrition experts discuss ‘more is better’ mindset following life-threatening overdose report

The sports nutrition industry has a responsibility to tackle the ‘more is better’ mindset through appropriate limits and warnings, experts warn, following a life-threatening case of supplement stacking and over-consumption.

Nutra Healthspan Summit: First speakers announced!

The Nutra Healthspan Summit will land in London once again this November, bringing together leading academics, innovators, analysts and practitioners in the longevity space.

July NPD Launchpad: Mind and body performance, gut loving extensions, and accessible protein

July’s NPD launches include extensions to gut loving line-ups, creatine and carbs to support the mind and muscles, a fresh partnership offering from Vimto and Myprotein.

AG1 study finds greens powder increases circulation of multiple micronutrients

A study from AG1 researchers suggests its greens powder leads to measurable increases in circulating micronutrients, filling a significant gap in evidence to support complex multi-ingredient formulations.

NI+Sports performance launches focus on creatine, format and flavor

The sports performance market has seen a significant wave of product launches in 2026, characterized by a shift toward lifestyle performance, convenient formats and the integration of cognitive health benefits.

NI+Mathematician aims to solve longevity supplement equation with potency plus science, minus the fillers

Lithuania-based startup Sooo.me is looking to carve out a niche in the booming longevity market with what it describes as “pharma-grade” supplements featuring standardized, batch-tested, high-potency extracts.

Creatine, GLP-1s, gut health and sleep: How storytelling opens new opportunities in sports nutrition

As the lines blur between sports nutrition and wellness, demand for traditional performance ingredients is booming. But sports nutrition brands are increasingly challenged by niche specialists that excel at emotive storytelling and lifestyle positioning.

Eggnovo’s eggshell membrane ingredient receives Novel Food approval

The European Commission has approved Eggnovo’s enzymatically produced eggshell membrane (ESM) hydrolysate as a novel food for use in food supplements across the EU.

NI+Mid-year 2026: Regulatory updates from Europe’s supplement industry

A series of major regulatory developments has reshaped Europe’s supplement sector in 2026, from landmark safety consultations and new packaging legislation to key decisions affecting health claims and novel foods.

Quince extract may support brain health through the gut–brain axis

Hydroethanolic extract of quince (HECO) may improve depression-like symptoms by reducing neuroinflammation and regulating the gut–brain axis, according to a new animal study.