Proteins, peptides, amino acids

March 2023 Launch Pad

29-Mar-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

This month's new product launches include a vitamins and minerals range for women, a partnership between sports nutrition and confectionery giants, and omega-3 supplements for all ages.

Maolac 2.0: Start-up looks to fungi and plant side streams for breast milk protein biosimilarity

29-Mar-2023 By Flora Southey

Maolac no longer wants to be thought of as ‘the colostrum company’, but a biotech championing biofunctional proteins from both animal and non-animal sources, CEO Maya Ashkenazi explains.

Personalised sports hydration platform enters European Market

28-Mar-2023 By Olivia Haslam

The Prague-based sports nutrition company, Infinit Nutrition, has expanded its personalisation platform, Custom, into Europe, allowing athletes online access to customised hydration products.

Jellyfish could offer a sustainable alternative to synthesised antioxidants, study finds

24-Mar-2023 By Olivia Haslam

A new study has investigated jellyfish peptides, suggesting that they can serve as a promising new source of antioxidants to be utilised in a variety of applications.

NutraIngredients Awards 2023: Finalists announced!

22-Mar-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

Our panel of expert judges have had their say and the NutraIngredients Awards 2023 finalists can now be revealed.

Collagen support for the vegan market: SkinGlo meets demand

16-Mar-2023 By Olivia Brown

SkinGlo discusses the popularity of its new ‘Vegan Collagen Support’ supplement containing a blend of amino acids that occur naturally in animal-based collagen products.

Heightened protein needs largely unmet in elderly diabetics, study finds

14-Mar-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new cross-sectional study reports that only 23% of type 2 diabetic patients aged 65 and over met their daily protein recommended intakes, suggesting a large source of frailty and sarcopenia seen in this population and highlighting potential intervention...

Startup Spotlight

Startup spotlights long-overlooked over-50s market with protein innovation

13-Mar-2023 By Olivia Brown

The recently launched Provytl 50+, founded by dietician Zoe Cotrell, provides subscription boxes of daily pre-portioned protein sachets to the over-50s, to meet heightened protein needs and prevent muscle loss.

Review points to whey proteins for glucose control, calling for long-term studies

09-Mar-2023 By Olivia Brown

Collated literature concludes that consuming whey protein could have beneficial effects on postprandial and glycaemic responses in the short-term, as well as on arterial wall integrity, suggesting their potential to prevent and treat type 2 diabetes (T2D)...

Review explores uses and limitations of Arginine and Citrulline supplements

08-Mar-2023 By Asia Sherman

More research is needed into the effects of Arginine and Citrulline supplementation on cardiovascular health and athletic performance, according to a recent review.

How to critically inspect a study report?

08-Mar-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

Reading scientific study reports is part and parcel of working in this industry but many have not come from a scientific background, making it difficult to confidently read reports and critically analyse how robust and impactful findings really are. This...

Review discusses legume peptide potential for diabetes treatment

28-Feb-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new review pooling the available literature on legume-derived biopeptides confirms their ‘tremendous potential’ for type 2 diabetes (T2D) treatment, but this is thwarted by issues of stability and bioavailability

Startup Spotlight

Health drinks startup provides personalised nutrition to pro-athletes

27-Feb-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Three-year-young cold-pressed health drink startup, Exalt, is set to provide bespoke recovery drinks to the premier league football club Tottenham Hotspur, with regular nutrition reformulations based on athletes' health stats and targets.

Study: α-lac-enriched or CGMP-reduced low-protein formulas offer closer profile to breastmilk 

22-Feb-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Infants fed low-protein formulas which are α-lac-enriched or casein glycomacropeptide-reduced can achieve weight gain and metabolic profiles closer to that of breastfed (BF) infants, new Arla Foods Ingredients-funded research concludes.

Intelligent plant-based peptide outperforms milk protein in muscle health trial

20-Feb-2023 By Asia Sherman

Fava bean peptides isolated by artificial intelligence performed better than traditional milk protein to improve muscle conditioning, according to a study supported by Irish biotechnology company Nuritas.

Industry study concludes whey promotes muscular strength and endurance, independent of diet

17-Feb-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

Whey protein supplementation promotes muscle mass increase and selective increases in muscular strength and endurance from resistance exercise, independent of dietary influence, according to a new industry-funded study.

Brains and brawn? Beta-alanine may support cognitive function for older adults

14-Feb-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Ten weeks of supplementation with beta-alanine may improve cognitive function in older adults with below normal scores, says a new study from Israel.

Balanced protein-rich diet found to benefit cognition, scientists observe

10-Feb-2023 By Olivia Brown

Following the identification of dietary patterns from a cohort of Japanese older adults, cognitive function was significantly higher in the protein balanced (PB) group compared to the high carbohydrate (HC) group, a new cross-sectional study finds.

Suanfarma sets up new UK subsidiary

06-Feb-2023 By Olivia Brown

Spanish life science partner in the pharmaceutical, veterinary and nutraceutical industries Suanfarma has created a new UK division, showcasing its commitment to expansion within the British market.

Review outlines benefits and future health care opportunities with bitter apple extract

06-Feb-2023 By Olivia Haslam

The scope for protective metabolic potential of the medicine plant bitter apple, aka Citrullus colocynthis, has been explored in a new review published in ‘BMC Food Production, Processing and Nutrition’.

Nutricia launches new plant-based Fortimel drink

06-Feb-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Nutricia has launched a new plant-based medical nutrition drink under the Fortimel range, to provide the same nutritional benefits to patients with specific dietary preferences.

“Untapped potential” in collagen market as consumer awareness grows

02-Feb-2023 By Olivia Brown

Following a worldwide trend towards holistic and preventative health, with the joint health market developing as a result, the team at PB Leiner explains how collagen peptide supplements look set for continued success.

Rousselot revamps following “the year of mobility”

02-Feb-2023 By Olivia Brown

Collagen-based solution supplier Rousselot highlights a heightened need for collagen to “help us withstand the stresses of healthy living”, following lifestyle changes post-COVID and the subsequent strain on our bodies.

Protein and cognition: Increased intake in older age linked with reduced risk of impairment – China data

01-Feb-2023 By Si Ying Thian

Increasing protein intake appears to reduce the risk of cognitive impairment in older age, while an extreme decline in animal-based protein consumption is linked with a 48% increase, new data from a long-term China study suggests.

Multi-nutrient supplement encourages weight loss and fertility in mice, study finds

31-Jan-2023 By Olivia Brown

Mice that received an obesity-inducing western diet (WD) had increased reproductive success when supplemented with a ‘Fertility Enhancer’ (FE) supplement containing antioxidants, phytonutrients, vitamins, PUFAs and amino acids.

5 take-aways we learned during our Business Leaders Forum

27-Jan-2023 By Stephen Daniells

From 2022 sales numbers to consumer enthusiasm remaining high, and from progress with equality and diversity in the industry to the growth in awareness around the importance of the microbiome for health, there were lots of talking points from our 3rd...

Informed Protein aims to boost transparency & confidence in protein products

26-Jan-2023 By Stephen Daniells

LGC has officially launched its new ‘Informed’ certification scheme for protein products to help raise the bar on quality and confidence in protein supplements.

Healthgevity and Nuritas launch next gen anti-aging supplement

16-Jan-2023 By Danielle Masterson

With muscle health being a key piece to the healthy aging puzzle, LONGEVITY is tapping into muscle recovery.

Italian firm partners with Argentinian/American entity to boost ‘precision fermentation’ based on carrot cell line

12-Jan-2023 By Hank Schultz

Ergo Bioscience plans to scale up its cell culture fermentation process with the help of Italian specialist firm Aethera Biotech in a new deal announced today.

Study: Pig skin collagen peptide and iron bond to treat iron deficiency anemia

12-Jan-2023 By Asia Sherman

A combination of pig skin collagen peptide and iron (PSCP-Fe) could treat iron-deficiency anemia (IDA) by modulating intestinal flora, according to a recent study.

Whey more powerful: Arla Foods Ingredients receives first Novel Food authorisation

11-Jan-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

Arla Foods Ingredients has received final authorisation from the European Commission (EC) for its Lacprodan beta-lactoglobulin (BLG)-100, making this its first product to receive approval under the new Novel Food Regulations.

Med diet associated with big reduction of some pregnancy issues, study finds

09-Jan-2023 By Hank Schultz

A new study using data from a large cohort has linked the Mediterranean diet to fewer adverse pregnancy outcomes.

7 Reasons to Enter the NutraIngredients Awards!

09-Jan-2023 By Stephen Daniells

The 2023 NutraIngredients Awards are back with new categories but the same commitment to honour the best and brightest in ingredients, finished products, companies, people, and initiatives in food supplements and functional food & beverage.

Mycelium-based ingredient supplier eyes European expansion after EU authorisation

05-Jan-2023 By Oliver Morrison

US-based MycoTechnology says it is set to accelerate its growth plans in Europe after the European Commission granted Novel Food status to two of its mycelium-based plant proteins.

Alt protein innovation in eastern Europe: Meet the new start-ups mimicking meat and seafood with fungi, plants

03-Jan-2023 By Flora Southey

From Ukraine to neighbouring Romania and north-eastern Lithuania, interest in alternative proteins is on the up. Meet three new start-ups developing animal-free whole cuts, mycoprotein ingredients, and plant-based sashimi.

Cricket powder's 'outstanding' nutrition potential gets researchers hopping

03-Jan-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

A new preclinical study concludes that cricket powder provides distinctive antioxidant properties in addition to excellent nutrition, making it an innovative tool to be used in both food and medical fields.

Ginseng may slow markers of ageing in mice, study finds

19-Dec-2022 By Olivia Brown

Ginseng Oligopeptides (GOP) may delay oxidative stress-induced senescence in the DNA of mouse embryos, a new experimental study finds.

BC30 boosts amino acid absorption from plant protein concentrate: Study

19-Dec-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with the probiotic BC30 may increase amino acid absorption from plant protein concentrates in healthy older women, says a new study.

Women's Health

How are sports nutrition brands catering to the female athlete?

15-Dec-2022 By Nikki Hancocks

Female focused sports nutrition (SN) brands are successfully bringing taboo health challenges out from under the table but those looking to cater to female athletes should harness technology to provide the power of knowledge, says an industry expert....

Dose-response reported between protein intake and muscle strength – Meiji’s meta-analysis

14-Dec-2022 By Tingmin Koe

A dose-dependent relationship between protein intake and muscle strength has been reported by a new meta-analysis conducted by Japanese dairy company Meiji.

Plant-based proteins boost muscle mass in elderly Chinese population – new study

12-Dec-2022 By Hui Ling Dang

Plant-based protein consumption could contribute to better muscle health among the elderly population in China, although overall protein-intake recommendations are inadequate in counteracting muscle loss, say researchers.

High protein and BCAA diet supports muscle maintenance in bed-rested women

08-Dec-2022 By Olivia Brown

Researchers observed a significantly reduced loss of lean body mass (LBM) in the early stages of bed rest in women administered a high protein-BCAA diet.

News in brief

Brenntag to distribute MycoTechnology ingredients across Europe

07-Dec-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Germany-based Brenntag has announced a European supplier agreement with US-based MycoTechnology, Inc. for its products derived from mushroom mycelia.

Legislation since Brexit: Companies dealing with 'alarming' rate of divergence

24-Nov-2022 By Nikki Hancocks

The rate at which food law in Great Britain is diverging from the EU since Brexit is 'alarming' and a Bill set to take effect in 2023 is causing further concern, an industry experts has warned.

Industry association called to action: Time to prove food is not enough

23-Nov-2022 By Nikki Hancocks

Relying on a varied diet to provide all the nutrients your body needs is simply not realistic in today's society and the industry needs data to prove this, industry advocates agreed during the Food Supplements Europe event last Friday (Nov 18).

‘This ingredient is upstaging the gold-standard’: ING2 co-founder on excitement around dileucine

22-Nov-2022 By Stephen Daniells

A “groundbreaking” dileucine ingredient that boosts muscle protein synthesis much faster and to a greater extent that leucine, ‘the gold-standard’ amino acid for muscle, will hit shelves in a consumer product , the co-founder of Ingenious Ingredients...

The NutraIngredients Awards are back! Submit your entries!

21-Nov-2022 By Stephen Daniells

The NutraIngredients Awards are back for 2023 with new categories but the same commitment to honour the best and brightest in ingredients, finished products, companies, people, and initiatives in the dietary supplements industry.

AI pioneer Nuritas hints at peptide pipeline spanning sleep, cognition, immunity, & more

15-Nov-2022 By Stephen Daniells

With a couple of ingredients already on the market for muscle and cellular aging, Nuritas’ next wave of artificial intelligence driven ingredient discoveries will target some big consumer health needs, including glucose management and very specialized...

Diet therapy with protein and probiotics improves post-COVID sarcopenia treatment

15-Nov-2022 By Nikki Hancocks

Increased protein consumption plus specific probiotics helped improve the functional status of patients with recent COVID-19 infection in a recent study involving 200 patients.

NemaLife builds nematode-based ingredient screening pipeline for rapid, affordable, and actionable results

10-Nov-2022 By Stephen Daniells

The whole organism assay platform is helping companies explore novel ingredients for health and lifespan, weight management, cognitive health, muscle health, and more.