Soy-based ingredients

Proprietary blends still prevalent in pre-workout products, but consumer demand for transparency is increasing

20-Feb-2019 By Stephen Daniells

Almost 60% of all multi-ingredient pre-workout supplements use proprietary blends of ingredients, says a new survey of top selling products. But the times are changing and transparency is on the up for the category, according to experts.

Herbalife highlights quality initiatives, favorable long term trends at annual event

22-Jan-2019 By Hank Schultz

Long term trends favor Herbalife’s business model and product suite, according to speakers at an annual meeting put on by the company that focused on the supply chain and quality initiatives.

2019 Trends: The ingredients and categories to watch this year

14-Jan-2019 By Stephen Daniells

As an avid industry watcher, I like to keep a close eye on what’s hot and what’s not in the market. Here’s my list of the top 10 categories and ingredients to keep an eye on for 2019…

PC purveyor sees bright future for ingredient in 2019

02-Jan-2019 By Hank Schultz

BodyBio, a supplement company that grew out of a blood test, is entering 2019 with a plan to reinvigorate the brand with new products and labeling.

IngredientsOnline expands portfolio with new branded ingredients range

26-Nov-2018 By Stephen Daniells

‘We have revolutionized the way ingredients are bought and sold,’ says Peggy Jackson, VP of sales and marketing for IngredientsOnline.com, as the company expands its portfolio with branded ingredients.

GRMA: Publication of dietary supplement standards ‘imminent’

21-Nov-2018 By Stephen Daniells

Consensus-based standards for dietary supplements developed by the Global Retailer and Manufacturer Alliance (GRMA) will be published very soon, says the alliance’s president.

Turmeric’s popularity drives botanical supplement use increases, says CRN data

19-Oct-2018 By Stephen Daniells

Almost 20% of US supplement users over 55 are using turmeric and curcumin supplements, according to the 2018 CRN Consumer Survey on Dietary Supplements.

Soy compound linked to improvements in liver health: RCT

29-Aug-2018 By Stephen Daniells

Dietary supplements containing genistein may improve insulin resistance and reduce inflammation in people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), says a new human clinical trial.

Dairy alternatives continue to make inroads with consumers around globe, Cargill finds

18-Jul-2018 By Hank Schultz

New consumer research from Cargill has implications for formulators of functional foods, sports nutrition products and dairy products. Dairy ingredients are generally in decline, while plant-based alternatives are filling in the gaps.

Soy germ extract may ‘modestly but significantly’ reduce hot flashes

05-Jun-2018 By Stephen Daniells

Isoflavone-rich soy extracts may help reduce hot flashes and sweating for menopausal women, says a new study from Austria and Germany that supports the potential benefits of soy extracts for women’s health.

Herbalife posts record earnings, ramps up pace of new product launches

14-May-2018 By Hank Schultz

In its first quarter earnings report, Herbalife reported net sales of $1.2 billion, an increase of 6.8% over the same period a year previously.

Positivity reigns! Results of the 2nd annual NutraIngredients-USA reader survey

11-Apr-2018 By Stephen Daniells

Results of the 2nd annual NutraIngredients-USA reader survey are in, and the responses are hugely positive for the dietary supplements industry.

Lipogen said study shows new lipid ingredient is effective in addressing PMS symptoms

04-Apr-2018 By Hank Schultz

Israeli lipid ingredients supplier Lipogen has released research on a new ingredient that shows significant reduction in PMS symptoms.

What is standing in the way of people adopting a healthy plant-based diet? An expert explains

03-Apr-2018 By Tim Cutcliffe

The multiple health benefits of adopting a plant-based diet are currently an area of focus. However, a number of obstacles exist which may deter people from making the switch.

Plant-based diets: Are they nutritionally complete?

28-Mar-2018 By Tim Cutcliffe

Switching to a wholly plant-based diet has raised questions about nutrient deficiencies in vegans. But have these concerns been overstated?