Proteins, peptides, amino acids

A casein point: Method to ‘drive innovation’ by blending cow's milk with plant protein

22-Dec-2021 By Will Chu

Researchers have detailed a new method of supplementing cow milk with vegetable protein, which the team believes may open opportunities to create new functional, multisourced dairy products.

NUTRA MEETS PHARMA

Melding gummy appeal with nutrient dosage delivery: Challenges and solutions

16-Dec-2021 By Will Chu

Gummies are now firmly established as a popular delivery format for nutrients and active ingredients where a controlled dose release wrapped up in a pleasant tasting ‘sweet’ is key to its adoption.

Super Bowl winner headlines program at Sports & Active Nutrition Summit 2022

14-Dec-2021 By Hank Schultz

The Sports & Active Nutrition Summit 2022 returns in February as an in-person event. Located in sunny San Diego, the meeting will feature cutting-edge content from subject matter experts that will help companies succeed in this market sector that...

Symrise ramps up product development to support UK food and drink innovation

10-Dec-2021 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

Symrise has pledged to accelerate product development to support UK dairy, bakery and beverage industries, following the opening of an innovation lab in Bedford last November.

CK Ingredients teams with Dutch developer to market novel protein that matches meat

06-Dec-2021 By Hank Schultz

Canadian branded ingredient supplier CK Ingredients has announced a partnership with a Dutch developer to commercialize a protein ingredient from a novel source.

Science shorts: Plant-based diet problems, gut microbe that triggers immune-signalling cascade and more

03-Dec-2021 By Tingmin Koe

In this round-up, we will look at new research findings surrounding plant-based diet and depression, the links between microbiome and immunity, autism, and ear infections.

‘A transformational event in our history…’ Roquette unveils ‘world’s largest pea protein plant’

03-Dec-2021 By Elaine Watson

Roquette - a key supplier of protein to Beyond Meat – has opened what it claims is the world’s largest pea protein plant in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, Canada, becoming the first player to operate major pea protein facilities on both sides of the Atlantic....

Protein made from microalgae fed with food waste comes to Europe

02-Dec-2021 By Flora Southey

Singapore-based Sophie’s BioNutrients is setting up shop in Amsterdam to bring its sustainable microalgae protein to the European market.

Stephan Dolezalek, Wheatsheaf Group - Buying into Nuritas' health, nutrition and sustainability vision

02-Dec-2021 By Will Chu

The news that Nuritas has raised €40m ($45m) in funding brings into focus industry’s drive to not only add greater benefits to already functional foods but also achieve this in an environmentally friendly manner.

DSM cultivates plant protein interests with €65m Vestkorn Milling buy

01-Dec-2021 By Will Chu

DSM continue to develop its interests in plant-based proteins as the corporation confirms the purchase of pea and bean ingredient specialists Vestkorn Milling for €65m.

Elite sport nutritionist: ‘From a practical perspective, supplements can be very, very useful’

30-Nov-2021 By Stephen Daniells

There is a huge variation in the consistency and quality of sports nutrition advice at the highest levels of elite sport, and this can be challenging when working with elite athletes, says Laurent Bannock, Founder and Director at the Institute of Performance...

Kerry publishes Protein Mindset report

30-Nov-2021 By Jim Cornall

Taste and nutrition company Kerry said new global research shows most protein consumers are motivated by health and wellness, with 50% of respondents associating protein with “healthy diet” and 46% with “healthy lifestyle.”

Nuritas flexes finance-building might in €40m funding to boost peptide offerings

30-Nov-2021 By Will Chu

Nuritas has raised €40m ($45m) in the Irish biotech firm’s latest round of funding intended to finance global expansion efforts and potential new additions to its portfolio of plant-based bioactive peptides.

Arla Foods Ingredients develops new milk fractionation process

25-Nov-2021 By Jim Cornall

A new technology to separate milk into its different protein components has been introduced by Arla Foods Ingredients (AFI).

Givaudan opens Nordic Experience Centre in Sweden

23-Nov-2021 By Jim Cornall

Flavor and fragrance company Givaudan has opened the Givaudan Nordic Experience Centre in Malmö, Sweden.

Big opportunities in merging nutra and pharma

23-Nov-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Consumer trends, technological advancements and business strategies are causing the pharma and nutra markets to merge and this opens opportunities for the players in both industries to cater to consumers looking for the ultimate wellness solutions.

Guest Article

Using fermentation to boost plant proteins

22-Nov-2021 By Herwig Bachmann, Expertise Group Leader Fermentation at NIZO

Traditional fermentation has been done on plants to create products like tempeh or sauerkraut for many years, but the ability to use fermentation on protein isolates and concentrates has been a critical recent development, a fermentation expert tells...

Higher protein intake does not increase DNA damage in older adults - first-of-its-kind study

17-Nov-2021 By Guan Yu Lim

Scientists have shown that protein intake above the Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA) will not increase the risk of DNA damage in older adults, according to a first-of-its-kind study.

Glanbia plc plan to offload Glanbia Ireland stake in nutrition refocus

11-Nov-2021 By Will Chu

Glanbia plc announces its intention to sell its 40% interest in Glanbia Ireland to Glanbia Co-op in a deal worth €307m as the group looks to focus on its nutrition-based business interests that tap into consumer health and wellness.

Start-up ‘cracks the breast milk code’ to make human milk proteins for everyone, not just babies

29-Oct-2021 By Flora Southey

Israeli start-up Maolac is leveraging artificial intelligence to develop human milk proteins for the food industry, with an initial focus on sports nutrition.

Camelina and sophia protein isolates show promise for functional foods

28-Oct-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

A new study of camelina and sophia protein isolates show these extractions may serve as good natural functional ingredients in the food industry.

Pro- rallycross driver steers his energy into nootropic snack bars

25-Oct-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

A pro- rallycross driver turned co-founder of a nootropic-fuelled energy drinks brand, has just launched a nootropic vegan protein bar to appeal to the growing range of mind health conscious consumers.

Making protein isolates from seaweed, not soy: ‘There is no reason to grow industrial ingredients on land’

19-Oct-2021 By Flora Southey

In an effort to reduce reliance on terrestrial crops for ingredients manufacture, Israeli-based Genesea is looking offshore to marine macroalgae, co-founder Alexander Golberg tells FoodNavigator.

From the Editor: Exciting changes at NutraIngredients

19-Oct-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Many readers will have noticed some changes to how they access the award-winning content on our site, so here’s more information about the how and why of those modifications.

Where are the women in sports nutrition research?

14-Oct-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Female athletes have been ignored to a shocking degree when it comes to sports nutrition studies and it is time for new guidelines to assist researchers to fill this worrying gap, according to an expert in the field.

The power of personalization: Trial highlights value of increased protein intake for older adults

13-Oct-2021 By Stephen Daniells

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.

Pull of social media drives potentially dangerous ‘dry scooping’ fad, expert says

11-Oct-2021 By Hank Schultz

The latest craze in the social media driven world of sports nutrition has gym rats eschewing water and taking scoops of powdered supplements straight.

Synergy Flavours launches 4PROTEIN for whey protein beverages

07-Oct-2021 By Jim Cornall

Synergy Flavours has launched 4PROTEIN, a flavor solution to optimize the taste performance of whey protein products.

Taste of success: How to fuel recovery at the elite level

06-Oct-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Providing elite athletes with the nutrition 'edge' is not always about the counting of macros or the science behind ingredients, but it's sometimes as simple as making products and meals delicious, according to a leading health & performance...

Sports nutrition report points to protein versatility as way to achieve product success

04-Oct-2021 By Will Chu

Protein’s health halo remains firmly in place as a report identifies protein-based Ready to Drink (RTD) and protein type/content as prime category opportunities to excel in the growing sports nutrition category.

LGC launches Informed Protein to level the playing field for protein brands

28-Sep-2021 By Stephen Daniells

LGC is expanding its certification schemes with the introduction of a new program for protein products, with one brand owner calling it “a really important and timely product certification”.

Brexit catches out UK-based supplement firms with updated ad Code

28-Sep-2021 By Will Chu

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has called to account two UK-based supplement firms that have fallen foul of new Code rules, updated to reflect the country’s exit from the European Union in December 2020.

New product launches: Mind health and plants in the spotlight

24-Sep-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

New product launches from the last month include a perimenopause focused supplement and digital support solution, a herbal range for sleep and mind focused products, and a plant-based ready-to-drink protein shake.

Food leaders advance alternative protein development

22-Sep-2021 By Natasha Spencer

The alternative protein market explodes with a wave of innovation in taste, texture and formats to meet uncompromising demands for protein-mimicking market offerings.

From feed to star ingredient? How Aussie researchers are striving to make lupins next high-value nutritional product

22-Sep-2021 By Gary Scattergood

Researchers in Australia are developing new methods for brands to incorporate high-protein ingredients from lupins to aid in the fight against obesity and diabetes, while also complying with strict domestic labelling regulations.

Perfect Day says animal-free dairy protein uses less water and energy

21-Sep-2021 By Jim Cornall

Biotechnology company Perfect Day, Inc., which produces animal-free dairy proteins, has conducted a life cycle assessment (LCA) of its non-animal whey protein to calculate its environmental impact.

Warning for supplement-popping gym goers over kidney and liver concerns

21-Sep-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

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.

Editor's Spotlight: Startup Focus

Personalised meal replacement startup taps into top nutrition trends

20-Sep-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

The founder of a successful sports nutrition company has launched a spin-off personalised meal replacement brand tapping into some of the biggest trends in the nutrition industry today.

Three weeks to go! Stage set for the Sports and Active Nutrition Summit

20-Sep-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

With just three weeks to go until NutraIngredients' annual Sports and Active Nutrition Summit, the virtual stage is set for some of the industry's biggest names.

ENOUGH breaks ground on ‘world’s largest’ fermented protein factory

16-Sep-2021 By Katy Askew

Food tech company ENOUGH broke ground on what it says will be the ‘world’s largest’ fermented protein facility today (16 September). When fully operational the site will have the capacity to produce 50,000 tonnes of mycoprotein ingredient ABUNDA per annum.

Study highlights benefits of protein drink for boys

14-Sep-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Pre-teen and teen boys using a new whey protein formula increased their weight and muscle mass.

“Nutrition is an under-utilised area of care for Covid-19” says Nutricia

14-Sep-2021 By Lynda Searby

A new Europe-wide survey has found weight loss and eating challenges prevalent in people recovering from Covid-19, and highlights nutritional care gaps after hospital discharge.

One month to go! Stage set for the Sports and Active Nutrition Summit

13-Sep-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

With just one month to go until NutraIngredients' annual Sports and Active Nutrition Summit, interested delegates have just one day left to grab an early bird discount.

Givaudan launches new Protein Hub in Zurich

13-Sep-2021 By Jim Cornall

Givaudan has expanded its global protein innovation network with a new Protein Hub at its Zurich Innovation Centre in Kemptthal, Switzerland.

Nutraceutical ingredients that are changing the anti-aging game

09-Sep-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Skin covers a whopping 20 square feet of the human body—So it’s no wonder consumers want to protect their largest organ.

Next-gen plant-based products: Protein digestion findings could inspire new product development - scientists

09-Sep-2021 By Guan Yu Lim

Scientists have found plant-based meats are digested differently from animal-based meats in a human gut model and suggest that these findings may facilitate the formulation of a new generation of plant-based meat analogues with improved quality and nutritional...

Protein restricted amino acid supplemented diet may delay kidney transplants

03-Sep-2021 By Lynda Searby

A low-protein diet, supplemented with amino acids and keto acids, may safely delay the need for pre-emptive kidney transplantation, say researchers in Taiwan.

Hydrolyzed fish cartilage may boost skin from within, says RCT

01-Sep-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Daily supplementation with hydrolyzed fish cartilage may reduce wrinkles and improve collagen morphology in the skin, says a new study from scientists in France and Brazil.

Packing a bigger punch: India’s energy and protein bar firm takes on US market with Amazon listing

25-Aug-2021 By Tingmin Koe

Fitsport Nutrition Foods, a Hyderabad-based company specialising in energy and protein bars, has ventured into the highly competitive US market with a bigger bar via a listing on Amazon US.

Chicken collagen may improve joint health measures versus placebo: Study

13-Aug-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with a hydrolyzed chicken collagen type II supplement may lead to significant improvements in WOMAC scores, according to findings from a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial.