Amino Acid

Getting bigger and stronger faster: MuscleTech harnesses novel ingredient for new Peptide 185 product

17-Jan-2024 By Claudia Adrien

Sports supplement brand MuscleTech has unveiled its latest product, Peptide 185. The offering is fueled by dileucine, an ingredient the company says significantly increases the body’s ability to build muscle.

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.

Leucine prevents insulin resistance among inactive women

30-Nov-2023 By Claudia Adrien

Healthy women who received a high protein diet with a combination of amino acids, leucine, valine and isoleucine, also known as branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs), did not experience insulin resistance after being placed in bed rest, according to research...

VOW Nutrition collaborates with Team GB ahead of 2024 Olympic games

21-Aug-2023 By Olivia Brown

Sports nutrition brand VOW Nutrition has collaborated with Team GB as the Official Nutrition Licensee ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympic games and is set to fuel the athletes with its range of nutritional supplements in the lead up to the games.

COVID:19: L-carnitine supplement may have protective effect

26-Jul-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new RCT has found that the L-carnitine supplement Carnipure tartrate can increase platelet counts in patients testing positive for COVID-19, suggesting it may have a protective effect against thrombosis-induced complications.

Amino acids and ketoacids offer muscle support in protein-restricted patients

17-Jul-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Supplementation of essential amino acids and ketoacids can improve muscle mass and strength in individuals with pre-dialysis chronic kidney disease (CKD) on low protein diets, a new review has concluded.

Nestle targets mitochondria to support healthy aging

06-Jun-2023 By Olivia Brown

Nestle health science has focussed its research and development work on the healthy aging category, predicting a “tsunami of metabolic conditions” for the future of public health.

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.

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.

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.

Study finds no benefit of protein supplement after LOW-HIIT exercise

21-Sep-2022 By Nikki Hancocks

New research indicates that ordinarily healthy but sedentary individuals who take up LOW-HIIT exercise do not seem to specifically benefit from ingesting protein supplements.

Meta analysis finds only lukewarm support for use of citrulline as aerobic performance enhancer

12-Sep-2022 By Hank Schultz

It has been more than a century since citrulline has been identified and codified as a standalone amino acid. Even after all that time research on whether the ingredient provides a true aerobic performance benefit is mixed at best, a new review has found.

NextFerm announces production deal for yeast-derived vegan protein

09-Sep-2022 By Hank Schultz

Nextferm, an Israeli company focused on fermentation technology, has announced a production deal for one of its flagship ingredients branded as ProteVin vegan protein.

TSI says recent study expands ingredient’s range of effects into delayed onset muscle soreness

21-Jun-2022 By Hank Schultz

New research is expanding the indications for a legacy HMB offering, according to branded ingredient supplier TSI.

Leucine recommendations too low for older people, study argues

19-Oct-2021 By Lynda Searby

A new study provides further evidence to suggest that international recommendations for leucine intakes are not high enough to counteract muscle wasting in elderly people.

Anti anxiety beverage cited by FDA over claims, phenibut use

16-Aug-2021 By Hank Schultz

The maker of a beverage claiming to treat anxiety disorders has received a warning letter form the US Food and Drug Administration for both alleged drug claims and the inclusion of an illegal dietary ingredient.

Brain injury negatively alters faecal microbiome, says study

07-Jun-2021 By Will Chu

More evidence of how neurological damage could impact the gut-brain axis has come to light as researchers have linked alterations to the faecal microbiome to Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI).

NAC case raises questions about proper application of NDI provision

17-Nov-2020 By Hank Schultz

A renewed emphasis by FDA on the precise regulatory status of legacy ingredients as seen in the case of NAC is a cause for concern, an industry observer says.

Celsius posts more than 80% sales gain in third quarter

16-Nov-2020 By Hank Schultz

Fast growing energy drink manufacturer Celsius reported a sales increase of more than 80% in its most recent quarterly earnings statement. The company anticipates even better results in the future when gyms and other exercise venues can reopen.

Nutravideo: Abbott supplement increases physical, cognitive function

28-Oct-2020 By Danielle Masterson

At Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, being physically fit is important, but cognitive function plays a role too.

NPA asks FDA to help curb lawsuits over caloric values of BCAAs

28-Oct-2020 By Hank Schultz

The Natural Products Association has asked FDA to clarify that the minor amount of calories contributed by certain amino acids do not need to be reported on labels. Publication of an official enforcement discretion would forestall frivolous lawsuits,...

Sports nutrition position paper backs dietary protein over supplements

28-Aug-2020 By Will Chu

There is no physical reason for athletes to increase protein intake with supplements, says the German Nutrition Society (DGE), who recommend a balanced diet to achieve all protein requirements.

NOW finds many understrength phosphatidylserine products for sale on Amazon

13-Aug-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Supplement manufacturer NOW tested 43 phosphatidylserine supplements it bought on Amazon. Almost none met label claim.

Beta alanine trial fails to show effect on swimming performance

30-Jul-2020 By Hank Schultz

Supplementation with beta alanine failed to show any performance benefit in a trial done with competitive swimmers in Brazil.

Protein plus HMB boosts muscle gains in legs, study finds

18-Mar-2020 By Hank Schultz

The addition of HMB to a high dose of whey protein boosted leg fat free mass more than protein alone in a new study among untrained young men.

Small Nitrosigine dose matches big citrulline dose in dilating blood vessels

03-Mar-2020 By Hank Schultz

Nutrition 21’s Nitrosigine has been shown to dilate blood vessels as effectively as a much higher dose of citrulline in a study published recently.

Cycling test shows BCAA supplementation improves performance parameters

23-Jan-2020 By Hank Schultz

A commercially available BCAA supplement improved performance parameters in a nine week placebo-controlled study using a high intensity cycling model.

Leucine-enriched amino acid supplements may increase muscle mass, strength in older adults

02-Nov-2018 By Adi Menayang

Researchers in Japan found evidence that a leucine-enriched amino acid supplement may increase muscle mass, strength, and physical function in a clinical trial involving older Japanese adults.

Rat study: Glutamine and alanine supplementation may reduce muscle damage parameters

09-Oct-2018 By Adi Menayang

A study on resistance-trained rats revealed that glutamine and alanine supplementation may reduce muscle damage parameters.

BCAA bioavailability may increase with plasma treatment, study suggests

27-Jun-2018 By Adi Menayang

A New York start-up specializing in treating protein with plasma to increase its bioavailability announced positive results from a study using the technology for BCAA.

Having ingredients that can make a cross platform play key to prospering as sports nutrition market develops, supplier says

23-May-2018 By Hank Schultz

The sports nutrition market continues to ramify beyond the dedicated gym goer set. In this era of Active Nutrition, those companies with ingredients that can play in multiple spaces will prosper, a supplier says.

Naturally functional: Truffles have functional ingredient potential...but work needed on productivity

14-Dec-2017 By Nathan Gray

While truffles may the epitome of taste in the culinary world, they also have potential as a functional food ingredient, say researchers, outlining their antioxidant, antimicrobial, and immune-modulating potential.

Blood sugar management drink Good Idea, backed by Swedish research, launches in the US

01-Nov-2017 By Adi Menayang

A canned liquid supplement called Good Idea, formulated to be a ‘sugar buster,’ just hit the market. Its blood sugar management properties are backed by research out of the Food for Health Science Center at Lund University in Sweden.

Egg protein ingredient developer capitalizes on high choline content for cognition play

02-Oct-2017 By Hank Schultz

A new egg protein ingredient featuring high levels of choline is being promoted for its potential benefits in cognitive health, a unique tack in the protein space.

Taste, texture, nutrition: Formulating with plant-based proteins

28-Sep-2017 By Elaine Watson

Plant-based proteins are creeping into a dizzying array of foods and beverages, from dairy-free ‘milks,’ ‘cheeses’ and ‘yogurts’ to protein bars, chips, powders and meat analogs. But what are they like to work with? FoodNavigator-USA caught up with experts...

Botanical specialist Sabinsa launches first protein ingredient Promond

25-Sep-2017 By Adi Menayang

Jumping on the protein bandwagon, botanical ingredient maker Sabinsa launches almond-based protein powder Promond, its first protein powder ingredient.

Naturex strikes global distribution deal with Mycotech for vegan mushroom protein: 'We could see they had something new'

18-Sep-2017 By Elaine Watson

Natural ingredients giant Naturex has struck a global distribution deal with MycoTechnology, the fungi-fueled start-up behind Pure Taste fermented shiitake vegetable protein: a high-profile new entrant to the ‘alternative’ protein market. 

Limited evidence backs BCAA's muscle building benefits, says new study

24-Aug-2017 By Adi Menayang

Supplementation of branched-chain amino acids (BCAA) alone cannot support an increased rate of muscle protein synthesis, according to a new study.

BCAA supplementation may beat simple rest for muscle recovery among athletes, meta-analysis suggests

03-Aug-2017 By Adi Menayang

Branched-chain amino acid supplementation is better than rest to reduce muscle soreness after exercise, according to a meta-analysis of eight studies conducted on athletes.

Go the whole whey for better muscle building

20-Jul-2017 By Tim Cutcliffe

Branched chain amino acids (BCAAs) taken as part of intact whey protein may stimulate muscle building response better than if taken in isolation, suggests a new study.

Ingredient recently highlighted at conference gets GRAS status

17-Jul-2017 By Hank Schultz

Nutrition 21 announced recently that it has attained self-affirmed GRAS status on is Velositol dietary supplement ingredient, which made a splash at a recent sports nutrition conference.

Protein-antioxidant combo proves effective in post-exercise recovery

17-Jul-2017 By Will Chu

A combination of protein and antioxidant supplementation could be more effective in reducing muscle soreness post exercise compared to those taking these supplements separately.

Parabel to open new farm for increased duckweed protein production by end of this year

03-Jul-2017 By Adi Menayang

As the boom of plant protein continues, Florida-based Parabel is betting on a relatively little-known plant in North America, duckweed, as a new protein source for American consumers. The company’s new facility is slated to open by the end of the year,...

ISSN publishes position stand on protein and exercise

21-Jun-2017 By Stephen Daniells

The International Society of Sports Nutrition ISSN has updated its position paper for the use of protein by physically active individuals.

Alibaba’s health platform reveals China’s biggest and fastest-growing supplement categories

21-Jun-2017 By Gary Scattergood

Whey protein, enzymes and collagen products take the top three spots in China’s cross-border e-commerce sales, according to the international director of Ali Health, part of the Alibaba group.

Special edition: Sports nutrition

Focus and decision-making: The next big thing in sports nutrition?

10-May-2017 By Stephen Daniells

The importance of mental strength in addition to physical strength is gaining increasing appreciation in sports nutrition, and key players are building the science around cognitive health in response to demand for ingredients to boost focus and decision...

General Mills seeks to patent high-protein oat variety

02-May-2017 By Elaine Watson

General Mills is seeking to patent a new oat variety with more than double the protein of standard cultivated varieties and a more stable fatty acid profile, making the oats less prone to oxidation. 

Developer debuts patented ingredient line with blend based on ‘ideal ratio’ of amino acids

01-May-2017 By Hank Schultz

An amino acid ingredient first developed to help burn victims battle muscle wasting is now debuting on the dietary supplement market.

Kyowa Hakko launches new amino acid blend, revamps quality message

27-Apr-2017 By Hank Schultz

Kyowa Hakko has launched a new amino acid blend called Setria Performance Blend to capitalize on the growth of the sports nutrition sector.  The launch also coincides with a new emphasis on quality, the company says.

Nutriati’s chickpea protein is white, odorless, and neutral-tasting

Chickpea protein in the spotlight as high-profile investors pump $8m into Nutriati

21-Apr-2017 By Elaine Watson

Commercial quantities of highly functional, neutral-tasting chickpea protein concentrates and a high-protein chickpea ‘flour’ will be available by the end of the year, says Richmond-based Nutriati, which has just closed an $8m financing round to help...