Proteins, peptides, amino acids

L-Tryptophan may boost benefits of low FODMAP diet for constipation sufferers

11-Apr-2024 By Olivia Brown

A new study reports that elderly functional constipation (FC) patients receiving an L-tryptophan (TRP) supplement paired with a low FODMAP diet had significantly reduced symptom severity scores compared to individuals on the dietary intervention alone...

Innovating in immunity: Meet the 2024 NutraIngredients Award finalists for immune support

10-Apr-2024 By Olivia Brown

The field of immune health continues to evolve, with researchers and manufacturers continuing to innovative strategies to support optimal immune function and general well-being amid a growing consumer demand for holistic health support to prevent illness....

CON-CRĒT stands behind creatine HCL gummies

08-Apr-2024 By Danielle Masterson

One year ago, Vireo Systems, the parent company of the CON-CRĒT creatine brand, marked an exciting new chapter by opening the first creatine manufacturing plant in the United States. NutraIngredients-USA caught up with the company's founder and president...

Melatonin may indirectly improve sporting performance: Review

05-Apr-2024 By Olivia Brown

A new scientific review suggests that melatonin may have the potential to indirectly improve sporting performance in high-level athletes by counteracting the negative effects induced by high-intensity exercise.

Arla’s low-protein infant formula offers results similar to breast milk feeding

04-Apr-2024 By Olivia Haslam

Infants fed low-protein formulas can achieve weight gain and metabolic profiles closer to that of breastfed infants, Arla Foods Ingredients-funded research has concluded.

Study finds single high dose of creatine boosts cognitive performance during sleep deprivation

03-Apr-2024 By Asia Sherman

A single high dose of creatine can partially reverse metabolic alterations and fatigue-related cognitive deterioration, according to new research that questions the established assumption that creatine supplementation only works when consumed over a longer...

Whey protein proves best for muscle growth in older adults, study finds

03-Apr-2024 By Olivia Brown

New research reviewing the efficacy of various protein supplements has observed that whey protein paired with resistance training may demonstrate the greatest efficacy for muscle growth and strength gains in older individuals.

Dr. Vegan: Start-up spotlights supplements for men's health

02-Apr-2024 By Olivia Brown

Nutrition start-up Dr. Vegan has expanded its portfolio of natural, evidence-backed supplements with the recent launch of its men’s health ProMulti product to support hormonal and prostate health as well as overall immunity and well-being.

NPD Launchpad: From pre-workouts and hydration to mushroom blends and hormonal support

28-Mar-2024 By Olivia Brown

This spring's new product launches include innovation within the sports nutrition category across protein and hydration, while interest in supplements for hormonal, brain, emotional and immune health continues to grow.

Gelita’s collagen peptides improve muscular stress post-exercise: Study

26-Mar-2024 By Olivia Haslam

Specific collagen peptides (SCP) PeptEndure and Tendoforte improve muscle recovery after exercise-induced damage, according to new research.

Behind FrieslandCampina’s foray into lab made lactoferrin

21-Mar-2024 By Flora Southey

FrieslandCampina Ingredients is expanding its precision fermentation focus beyond HMOs. But will parents be open to feeding their babies precision fermentation-derived dairy?

Alyve: Delivering targeted nutrition with all-in-one personalised supplements

20-Mar-2024 By Olivia Brown

Start-up Alyve Wellness is meeting demands for personalised nutrition through its tailored all-in-one supplements to help customers address individual health needs and goals.

How is animal-free collagen made and does it work?

20-Mar-2024 By Flora Southey

From plant-based to slaughter-free, we ask innovators how they make collagen – without the cow.

Report reveals top trends in functional beverages

15-Mar-2024 By Olivia Brown

Consumers are demanding additional functional ingredients in beverages as they look for products to support their mental and physical energy while attaining hydration goals.

Novel Foods confusion leading to innovation graveyard, expert warns

15-Mar-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

An abundance of innovation in the grey space between food and supplements has led to a ‘graveyard’ of innovative companies ill-prepared for the hurdles they must jump, a regulatory expert has warned.

Abyss showcases holistic solution to support skin and mind health

14-Mar-2024 By Olivia Brown

French supplier of marine ingredients Abyss is looking to address overlooked atopic skin issues with a holistic approach that includes its new Dermatidyss nutraceutical ingredient.

Crucial communication: 'Doing science for science's sake won't benefit anybody'

12-Mar-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

Science is becoming sexy as consumers and media realise the importance of getting their nutrition and health facts straight from the scientists, and the science nutrition firm Zoe is spearheading consumer communication on all things gut health.

Supplement synergy: Creatine nitrate paired with caffeine may amplify cognitive benefits

11-Mar-2024 By Olivia Brown

Creatine nitrate and caffeine co-supplementation may offer greater cognitive health benefits than caffeine alone in resistance-trained athletes following exercise interventions, according to a recent study.

Nizo hints at advancing alternative protein innovation with newly-acquired lactic acid hub

07-Mar-2024 By Teodora Lyubomirova

The food research organization is currently evaluating how its bio-purification process could benefit from the newly-acquired lactic acid production facility formerly owned by Givaudan company Vika B. V.

From meat to 3D printed plants: Why Cargill is diversifying its protein investments

06-Mar-2024 By Flora Southey

The agrifood giant is investing across the board, from traditional livestock production to cultivated meat and 3D printing technology.

Female fluctuations, cycles and stages key to sports nutrition market

04-Mar-2024 By Asia Sherman

Understanding women’s real needs presents a considerable commercial opportunity, particularly when it comes to sports and active nutrition.

More stimuli needed to build muscle in postmenopausal women: Study

29-Feb-2024 By Asia Sherman

Postmenopausal muscle is resistant to the potent anabolic stimuli of resistance exercise and protein supplementation, according to findings from a recent study.

Low energy availability linked to poor sleep quality in young athletes

28-Feb-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

Low energy availability has a direct impact on sleep quality in young rugby athletes, according to new research.

‘Not an AI box of tricks’: Nuritas moves industry forward with peptide library

27-Feb-2024 By Claudia Adrien

Biotechnology company Nuritas began its AI journey not in a laboratory but in the wild with wallabies. Nora Khaldi, Nuritas founder and CEO, found inspiration from the unlikely source, observing that wallabies have two types of milk with different kinds...

DuelFuel sends warning to functional food firms after tax tribunal defeat

26-Feb-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

‘Performance flapjack’ brand DuelFuel is warning the functional foods market of potential VAT challenges after its business was devastated when made to sell its products as confectionery due to its health ingredients, making it subject to 20% VAT.

Myprotein: Breaking stereotypes and empowering women in sports nutrition

20-Feb-2024 By Olivia Haslam

A significant number of women still do not perceive sports nutrition as essential for their fitness goals, a persisting misconception that The Hut Group (THG), owner of supplement brand Myprotein, is working to dispel.

Study: Masters athletes do not meet required nutrient levels during championships

20-Feb-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

Many masters athletes are not consuming the recommended levels of carbohydrates, protein and micronutrients while competing at world championships and require increased nutritional support, according to a new study.

High-protein dairy is booming, but how 'healthy' is it?

06-Feb-2024 By Teodora Lyubomirova

Danone has become the latest manufacturer to release a range of high-protein dairy products in the UK. But can high-protein yogurts - that typically contain thickeners, starches and sweeteners - really be considered ‘healthy’?

NutraIngredients Awards: Entries closing Feb 5

01-Feb-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

There's still some time to enter the prestigious NutraIngredients Awards but hurry! The entry deadline is Monday, Feb 5.

NutraIngredients Awards 2024: What the judges are looking for

26-Jan-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

The NutraIngredients Awards are back for 2024 and celebrating a decade of honouring the best and brightest in the industry, but what are our judges looking for?

Study explores whether added ketones amplify anabolic effect of a ‘sub-optimal’ protein dose

23-Jan-2024 By Asia Sherman

Ketone supplementation may promote growth of skeletal muscle, but little is known about how it affects muscle protein synthesis when combined with dietary protein.

UK supermarkets match Danone’s Aptamil baby formula price cuts

19-Jan-2024 By Olivia Brown

Following a recent investigation into soaring infant formula prices, global food company Danone has reduced the wholesale price of its Aptamil infant formula by 7%, and major UK retailers have passed the cost savings on to consumers.

Top reasons to enter the NutraIngredients Awards!

17-Jan-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

The NutraIngredients Awards are back for 2024 and celebrating a decade of honouring the best and brightest in the nutraceuticals industry

Study supports L-glutamine for recovery from combat-sport training

16-Jan-2024 By Asia Sherman

L-glutamine—an amino acid used in protein synthesis and to fuel the immune system—may boost recovery and performance in combat-sport athletes following intense bouts of exercise, according to research led by the National Taiwan University of Sport.

New research questions 20 gram protein intake limit during post-exercise recovery

10-Jan-2024 By Claudia Adrien

The tissue-building response to ingesting protein during recovery from exercise has no upper limit in humans, according to a recent study.

Menopause and muscle mass: Study highlights need for increased protein intakes

10-Jan-2024 By Olivia Brown

Post-menopausal women consume significantly less protein and have poorer muscle quality compared to pre-menopausal women, according to a recent study.

Enter now! Join the 10th anniversary celebration of the NutraIngredients Awards

10-Jan-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

The NutraIngredients Awards are back with a bang in 2024 as we celebrate our 10th year honouring the best and brightest in ingredients, products, companies, people and projects across the dietary supplements industry.

News

Clear protein market is key trend to watch

09-Jan-2024 By Bethan Grylls

The amount of clear protein powders across Europe has doubled in the last two years, increasing by 159% since January 2022.

BCAAs harbor distinct and often opposing health effects: Study

02-Jan-2024 By Asia Sherman

Researchers from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill have detected biases in the study of branched chain amino acids (BCAAs), suggesting that these essential nutrients do not have the homogenous effect in humans previously observed.

NI Awards "helped put Pharmako Biotechnologies on the map”

21-Dec-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

With the NutraIngredients Awards celebrating its 10 year anniversary in 2024, we speak to winners from the last decade and find out how their award win has impacted their business.

NPD Launchpad: From collagen drinks to mindful mushrooms

20-Dec-2023 By Olivia Brown

December new product launches have featured an array of collagen-based innovation and the demand for functional mushrooms continues to generate NPD.

Holland and Barrett predicts health trends for 2024

19-Dec-2023 By Olivia Brown

Following strong trends in protein and immunity throughout 2023, Holland and Barrett predicts new consumer demands for natural energy alternatives, cognitive care, personalised hormonal support, and optimised hydration in 2024.

Misleading claims lead to ASA ruling against Kollo Health collagen

18-Dec-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Marine collagen supplement supplier Kollo Health has been found in breach of advertising regulations by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) for an ad claiming the product is the "secret to radiant, youthful-looking skin".

Gelita’s PeptEndure boosts running performance in endurance athletes

07-Dec-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Gelita's new collagen protein supplement improves running performance by 15%, according to a study presented at Food Ingredients Europe last week.

Collagen peptides may offer sleep, cognitive benefits for men: RCT

06-Dec-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Consuming collagen peptides before bedtime may reduce awakenings during the night and improve cognitive function for athletic men with sleep complaints, says a new study funded by Rousselot.

Food Ingredients Europe 2023: Key themes

06-Dec-2023 By Nikki Hancocks and Olivia Haslam

Cognitive health, digestion+, beauty-from-within and women's health were some of the key health themes that emerged from Food Ingredients Europe, in Frankfurt, last week (Nov 28-30).

Thermogenic supplement plus whey protein increases energy expenditure in active adults

01-Dec-2023 By Matt Chittock

A study on multi-ingredient thermogenic supplements suggests they can help maintain fasted resting energy expenditure (REE) when taken with protein.

Dairy protein innovation at FiE 2023: From heat-stable whey to clear protein shakes

30-Nov-2023 By Teodora Lyubomirova

As Food Ingredients Europe 2023 took place in Frankfurt, Germany, DairyReporter caught up with Arla Foods Ingredients and FrieslandCampina Ingredients to see how each company is advancing protein innovation.

November 2023: NPD Launchpad

24-Nov-2023 By Olivia Brown

November new product launches feature on-the-go innovative proteins, nootropic productivity drinks for a natural brain-boost, and convenient lifestyle solutions for holistic health.

Study: Collagen peptide supplement improves muscle damage recovery

17-Nov-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Collagen peptides improve training recovery markers over a 12-week supplement period, a new study funded by Gelita GmbH has found.