Sports nutrition

MuscleTech expands ties with Trust Group to manufacture in Brazil

08-Apr-2024 By Asia Sherman

Global sports supplement brand MuscleTech has reached a manufacturing and marketing agreement with Trust Group to expand its reach into the Brazilian market.

NPA maintains pressure on restrictive NY law with preliminary injunction plan

08-Apr-2024 By Stephen Daniells

The Natural Products Association (NPA) is planning to file a motion for a preliminary injunction to prevent enforcement of a new law that will restrict access to certain dietary supplements for people under the age of 18.

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...

‘We’re racing the clock’: CRN files emergency motion to stop NY State age-restriction law

05-Apr-2024 By Stephen Daniells

The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) has filed an emergency motion seeking to prevent enforcement of a new law passed in 2023 that will age restrict the sale of certain dietary supplements.

NutraCast: Sports Research celebrates 44 years with rebrand, reflects on highs and lows over the years

05-Apr-2024 By Danielle Masterson

Family-owned and operated Sports Research recently debuted its "The Sport of Life" campaign, which expands its rebranding initiative that kicked off earlier this year. The campaign marks a new direction and brings a fresh approach to the brand’s...

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.

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.

Nestlé study explores NAD+ boosting ability of trigonelline

02-Apr-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Dietary supplementation with trigonelline, a compound found in fenugreek seeds and coffee beans, may boost NAD+ levels, enhance muscle strength and prevent fatigue during aging, says a new study from Nestlé Research.

Deadline extended for the NutraIngredients-USA Awards!

28-Mar-2024 By Danielle Masterson

You still have time to enter this year’s NutraIngredients-USA Awards after we extended the deadline for entries to Friday, April 12.

Natural Products Expo West

Uncle Matt’s turns to teas, workout shots amid continuing citrus sourcing challenges

28-Mar-2024 By Ryan Daily

Uncle Matt's is innovating outside orange juice – including in teas and workout wellness shots - to grow its brand as citrus greening continues to pressure supply chains and a cure for the tree disease might remain years away.

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.

NutraCast: NFL explores CBD for pain management and athletic training

22-Mar-2024 By Danielle Masterson

The National Football League (NFL) is partnering with Canadian researchers on a clinical trial to test the safety and efficacy of CBD for pain management and neuroprotection from concussions.

2024 Expo West trend spotting with SPINS: Algal omega-3, greens, sleep, kids and more

21-Mar-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Natural Products Expo West is always a launch pad for brands, so we walked the supplement aisles with Scott Dicker from market research firm SPINS to pick out some key trends and newsworthy topics.

Anthocyanins for athletes: Aronpharma launches muscle recovery shot

21-Mar-2024 By Olivia Brown

Polish supplement manufacturer Aronpharma has added a new B-PAC shot to its sports nutrition portfolio in response to growing consumer awareness of the benefits of antioxidant intakes for muscle recovery,

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.

‘One of the best summits I've attended in a long time!’ Save the Date for the 2025 Sports & Active Nutrition Summit

18-Mar-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Described by one recent attendee as “hands-down the best event”, NutraIngredients-USA is pleased to announce the dates for the 2025 Sports & Active Nutrition Summit.

CRN files lawsuit against NY’s age restrictive supplement law

14-Mar-2024 By Deniz Ataman

New York’s law, which prohibits retailers in the state from selling certain dietary supplements to consumers under age 18, lacks clarity and creates confusion for consumers, retailers, marketers and manufacturers, explained Steve Mister, president &...

Probiota Pioneers & Scientific Frontiers: Deadline approaching for submissions

14-Mar-2024 By Stephen Daniells

The deadline for submitting entries to the Scientific Frontiers and Probiota Pioneers for the upcoming IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas is fast approaching, but there's still time to showcase your research or innovative startup.

Pre-workout supplement improves upper body resistance and exercise performance: Study

13-Mar-2024 By Olivia DeSmit

A multi-ingredient pre-workout supplement reduced perceived exertion and increased total repetitions performed in a group of resistance-trained college-aged students, according to a recent study.

The state of science for genomics in sports nutrition

12-Mar-2024 By Danielle Masterson

As a heritable trait influenced by both environmental and genetic factors, athletic performance varies widely from person to person. Speaking at the Sports and Active Nutrition Summit, Dr. Ahmed El-Sohemy, chief science officer at Toronto-based Nutrigenomix,...

Zynamite goes water soluble with non-stim energy for functional beverages

11-Mar-2024 By Asia Sherman

PLT Health Solutions is introducing a water-soluble version of its Zynamite ingredient to serve the surging demand for sports, energy and hydration beverages in the North American market.

Maypro introduces highly bio-available quercetin to U.S.

11-Mar-2024 By Stephen Daniells

New York-based Maypro has announced a partnership with Japan-based Alps Pharmaceutical to bring EubioQuercetin, a highly absorbable formulation of quercetin, to the U.S. market.

NutraCast: How M2 Ingredients keeps up with functional mushroom demand

08-Mar-2024 By Danielle Masterson

As awareness builds around the different species, mushrooms are attracting attention for benefits outside of immune support.

‘We’re running out of options’: Experts concerned about state-led supplement restrictions

07-Mar-2024 By Claudia Adrien

Experts speaking at this year’s Sports and Active Nutrition Summit expressed concern that New York, California, Massachusetts and a growing number of states are moving to restrict access to the use of weight loss and muscle building supplements by minors.

Postbiotics may offer powerful and pragmatic approach for athletes

07-Mar-2024 By Stephen Daniells

The greater stability and shelf life of postbiotics, coupled with documented benefits for performance and recovery, may make postbiotics an attractive option for athletes leading strenuous lives with demanding travel schedules.

6 reasons to enter the NutraIngredients-USA Awards!

06-Mar-2024 By Stephen Daniells

The 2024 NutraIngredients-USA Awards are back with new categories but the same commitment to honor the best and brightest in ingredients, finished products, companies, people and initiatives in food supplements and functional food and beverage.

‘An ecological perspective’ is needed to optimise cyclists’ gut health: Study

06-Mar-2024 By Olivia Haslam

Tailored prebiotics may be needed to improve gut microbiota composition for better endurance sport performance, as probiotic supplementation is ineffective without the considering the ecological effect of exercise and diet on gut health, according to...

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.

Chlorella may improve exercise tolerance and recovery: Study

01-Mar-2024 By Olivia Brown

Findings from a new study show that chlorella supplement significantly decreased blood lactate concentrations and an increased O2 pulse in healthy young adults performing submaximal and maximal cycling, indicating greater exercise tolerance.

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.

NutraIngredients-USA Awards 2024: What are our judges looking for?

29-Feb-2024 By Stephen Daniells

We are still accepting entries for the 2024 NutraIngredients-USA Awards, and we’re often asked about the judging process, so here’s what you need to know…

February Launch Pad

29-Feb-2024 By Danielle Masterson

The month of February encourages a smile with a dentaceutical and a happy mood chew, while Nutrafol goes skin deep, and EyePromise taps the brain health market.

Probiota Pioneers: Calling all probiotics, prebiotics and microbiome start-ups!

28-Feb-2024 By Stephen Daniells

NutraIngredients-USA is on the hunt for entrepreneurial consumer-facing, science- or technology-based start-ups to join our Probiota Pioneers session and present their company in Salt Lake City.

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.

Five ingredient categories open for entries in NutraIngredients-USA Awards

27-Feb-2024 By Stephen Daniells

The prestigious NutraIngredients-USA Awards are back for 2024, with five categories dedicated to the best and most innovative ingredients.

The Sports & Active Nutrition Summit 2024 in pictures

27-Feb-2024 By Stephen Daniells

NutraIngredients-USA's 6th Sports & Active Nutrition Summit attracted over 250 delegates to sunny San Diego for three days of content and networking.

Deadline for entry is March 22, 2024!

Got groundbreaking microbiome-related research to shout about? We want to hear from you!

26-Feb-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Are you researching the latest state-of-the-art developments related to prebiotic, probiotic, postbiotic and microbiome science relevant to human health, well-being, consumers and industry? If so, we would like to hear from you!

Why is Joel Freeman so successful? It’s simple.

26-Feb-2024 By Danielle Masterson

No longer bound to limited DVD disc space, BODi super trainer Joel Freeman said he’s enjoying the wide open opportunities that his streaming platform offers. But while technology advances, one thing remains the same: simplicity.

Disruptive tech: The AI, genetic and bioactive research guiding supplement development

23-Feb-2024 By Claudia Adrien

Technologies presented at this year’s Sports and Active Nutrition Summit tackled a range of personalized nutrition needs, addressing everything from hydration to bioactives. Researchers spoke during the talk: ‘Disruptive Tech—From Nutrigenomics to AI...

Survey suggests performance nutritionists lack concussion recovery knowledge

23-Feb-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

Limited research or education on concussion recovery nutrition is preventing some performance dietitians and nutritionists from successfully supporting their athletes, according to new research.

The rise of exogenous ketones for athletic recovery

22-Feb-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Initially touted as acute performance aid, exogenous ketones and the supporting science are shifting towards opportunities for athletic recovery, a subject matter expert told NutraIngredients-USA.

Staying stronger longer: PLT presents muscle health ingredient for mobility and vitality

20-Feb-2024 By Asia Sherman

Ingredient supplier PLT Health Solutions has launched a new brand derived from its botanical blend of Mangifera Indica tree bark and Sphaeranthus Indicus flower to help aging adults maintain muscle health and physical function.

Do you have what it takes to win a NutraIngredients-USA Award?

20-Feb-2024 By Danielle Masterson

Entries are open for the prestigious NutraIngredients-USA Awards, with four categories dedicated to the best and most innovative products.

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.

A new economic imperative for the sports nutrition market

19-Feb-2024 By Claudia Adrien

Finding new markets within the sports nutrition category may be challenging in this economic climate, but experts agree there’s much to be said for diversifying the ways supplements are sold to meet broader consumer needs.

Nutrabolt chief legal officer on state-led restrictions: ‘We need to work together’

16-Feb-2024 By Stephen Daniells

Attempts to restrict access to certain dietary supplement categories at the state-level could potentially pose the most significant threat to the industry since the passage of DSHEA, and the industry needs to unify in response, says Nutrabolt’s chief...

Survey: Male power athletes show highest consumption for dietary supplements

08-Feb-2024 By Nikki Hancocks

A new survey from the German Sports University Cologne reveals high dietary supplement usage in male athletes, especially in those focused on strength, despite little expert guidance.

Verb Biotics partners with Evogene to accelerate next-gen precision probiotics

07-Feb-2024 By Asia Sherman

U.S. microbiome health start-up Verb Biotics and Israeli computational biology company Evogene have entered a collaboration agreement to develop new probiotic strains that produce microbial metabolites with advanced properties for precision health.

Study suggests medium caffeine dosage improves CrossFit performance

07-Feb-2024 By Priyom Bose

A medium dose of caffeine may have the greatest effect on practical measures of Cross Fit performance, according to a recent study led by researchers from Poznań University of Physical Education in Poland.