Sports Nutrition

Meta-analysis finds over 99% of athlete research methodology disregards female physiology

28-Mar-2022 By Danielle Masterson

A recent study examined trials conducted since 1975 and assessed whether supplements identified by experts as evidence-based products that increase performance for female athletes are actually supported by adequate methodological design.

Taiyo highlights Spartan partnership at Expo West

24-Mar-2022 By Hank Schultz

Ingredient supplier Taiyo has concluded a partnership with the Spartan race founder on a new line of sports nutrition supplements.

NPA pushes back against Rhode Island bill that would restrict supplement sales

23-Mar-2022 By Hank Schultz

The Natural Products Association has testified against a proposed Rhode Island law that would restrict the sale of supplements to minors. The bill could have far ranging implications, NPA warns.

Beetroot-citrulline combo boosted running distance, but didn’t cut exercise induced muscle damage in study

07-Mar-2022 By Hank Schultz

Beetroot nitrates combined with citrulline helped amateur triathletes cover more distance in a standardized running test. It’s the first time these two longtime sports nutrition ingredients have been studied together in this way, the researchers said.

No dieting silver bullets, expert says

03-Mar-2022 By Hank Schultz

Sports nutrition products are often linked to certain diet plans, such as ketogenic diets, high protein/low fat approaches and others. A nutrition expert says the prosaic takeaway is that all of these have been shown to work, provided that consumers...

Pro triathlete Heather Jackson on how she stays fueled

01-Mar-2022 By Danielle Masterson

Before taking the main stage for the female athlete and consumer panel at the Sports and Active Nutrition Summit in San Diego, professional triathlete Heather Jackson joined NutraIngredients-USA’s Danielle Masterson to talk about her nutrition evolution...

Key takeaways from Sports & Active Nutrition Summit

23-Feb-2022 By Hank Schultz

The Sports & Active Nutrition Summit returned as an in person event in San Diego earlier this month, breaking attendance and engagement records along the way. Here are some of the key takeaways from the NutraIngredients-USA staff.

Sports nutrition can look forward to bright future, event presenters agree

18-Feb-2022 By Hank Schultz

The sports nutrition sphere enters 2022 with a renewed sense of optimism, speakers at the recent Sports & Active Nutrition Summit told attendees.

Five product categories open for entries in NutraIngredients-USA Awards

17-Feb-2022 By Stephen Daniells

The prestigious NutraIngredients-USA Awards are back for 2022, with five categories dedicated to the best and most innovative products.

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USANA and University of Miami team up for nutrition partnership

14-Feb-2022

"As collegiate sponsorship opportunities have recently changed, we recognized an opportunity to work with student-athletes and athletic programs like the University of Miami,” said Dan Macuga, chief communications and marketing officer at USANA.

Cocoa-pomegranate extract blend may boost T levels for healthy men: Study

09-Feb-2022 By Stephen Daniells

A proprietary blend of extracts of pomegranate and cocoa may increase total and free testosterone levels and increase strength measures in healthy young men, says a new study from India and the US.

CEO, pro triathlete added to sports event agenda

03-Feb-2022 By Hank Schultz

Two speakers have been added to the agenda for the upcoming Sports & Active Nutrition Summit 2022 which takes place Feb. 14-16 in San Diego.

Six ingredient categories open for entries in NutraIngredients-USA Awards

31-Jan-2022 By Stephen Daniells

The prestigious NutraIngredients-USA Awards are back for 2022, with six categories dedicated to the best and most innovative ingredients.

See you in San Diego! Our plans to proceed with the Sports & Active Nutrition Summit

13-Jan-2022 By Stephen Daniells

NutraIngredients-USA remains committed to hosting its Sports & Active Nutrition Summit USA, February 14-16 in San Diego.

The NutraIngredients-USA Awards are back! Submit your entries!

12-Jan-2022 By Stephen Daniells

The NutraIngredients-USA Awards are back for 2022 with new two categories but the same commitment to honor the best and brightest in ingredients, finished products, companies, people, and initiatives in the dietary supplements industry.

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...

Beetroot fails to aid recovery for marathon runners: Study

14-Dec-2021 By Stephen Daniells

There has been much interest in the potential of nitrate-rich beetroot in the sports nutrition realm, but a recent study suggests that it may not exert any benefits as a post-marathon recovery aid.

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...

Lactobacillus plantarum improves half marathon recovery

16-Nov-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Lactobacillus plantarum PS128 supplementation was associated with an improvement in muscle damage, renal damage, and oxidative stress caused by a half marathon, in a study involving eight recreational runners.

Mice study finds big glucose dose right after exercise beats smaller servings at intervals

15-Nov-2021 By Hank Schultz

A new study done in mice has found that a large amount of glucose given immediately after endurance exercise replenished muscles faster than smaller amounts given over 45 minutes.

Herbal supplement could boost testosterone and aid recovery, study predicts

12-Nov-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

New research has found that Tribulus terrestris L. supplementation did not enhance performance or body composition in male CrossFit athletes but suggests it may act as a testosterone booster therefore helping with recovery.

Sports & Active Nutrition Summit to focus on CBD, esports, personalized nutrition and more

11-Nov-2021 By Hank Schultz

The Sports & Active Nutrition Summit returns in 2022 as a in person event. This unique opportunity will bring scientists, formulators, consultants and regulatory experts together in a venue overlooking Mission Bay in San Diego.

‘This is caffeine-evolved’: Ingenious Ingredients co-founder talks up potential of paraxanthine

03-Nov-2021 By Stephen Daniells

In addition to benefits for focus and athletic performance, without any of the negative effects of caffeine, Ingenious Ingredients’ new paraxanthine ingredient is being felt by consumers "in a way that they’ve never felt caffeine".

GNC launches incubation arm with ‘bold’ sports brand as first partner

27-Oct-2021 By Hank Schultz

Fast growing sports nutrition brand Glaxon has teamed up with GNC in the reconstituted retailer’s first partnership under a new technology incubation initiative.

Data supports curcumin’s post-exercise muscle benefits for sedentary people

26-Oct-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with curcumin may protect against muscle damage and enhance performance after acute physical exercise for sedentary individuals, says a new systematic review of the data that supports the effects observed in athletic adults.

Study supports phosphate loading for endurance activities at altitude

18-Oct-2021 By Lynda Searby

“Sodium phosphate should be considered as an ergogenic aid for endurance athletes,” say researchers in Poland.

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.

Sports nutrition takes on the personalisation theme as market evolves

12-Oct-2021 By Will Chu

Personalised Nutrition (PN) offers opportunities both for performance and active sports nutrition, according to FMCG Gurus’ Head of Research & Insight, Mike Hughes but affordability remains a sticking issue.

Doping concerns: Researchers caution use of Chinese herbs that increase red blood cell production

11-Oct-2021 By Tingmin Koe

A group of researchers from Taiwan has cautioned against the use of certain Chinese herbal medicines by athletes, stating that it could increase the production of red blood cells and potentially violate doping regulations.

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...

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”.

Glanbia: bioactives cast a line to developers as sports nutrition net widens

22-Sep-2021 By Lynda Searby

The global ingredients producer Glanbia says the link between mental and physical health “should not be ignored” by brands developing new sports nutrition products as consumers search for holistic solutions.

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.

Resveratrol supplements can reduce muscle damage in high-exertion exercise

17-Sep-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Plyometric exercises combined with suitable resveratrol supplementation can help control muscle damage, improve physical adaption, and boost recovering anaerobic capacity, research has concluded.

Pro skateboarder launches CBD water with Vertical Wellness

16-Sep-2021 By Danielle Masterson

The partnership has spawned a product extension into the sparkling water category.

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.

Study finds betaine increases fat free mass, boosts power output in young women

10-Sep-2021 By Hank Schultz

A new study on betaine supplementation in a cohort of young women has found body fat mass and exercise performance benefits.

Editor's Spotlight: Startup Focus

Pro athletes launch DNA-focused gut-friendly sports nutrition startup

06-Sep-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

A team of pro athletes from Belgium have created a gastrointestinal-friendly sports nutrition startup with the addition of DNA-based nutrition advice.

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GenTech adds American Metabolix to sports nutrition portfolio

03-Sep-2021

GenTech Holdings, Inc. has acquired American Metabolix, a supplement company with sports nutrition and Keto products available at GNC, Bodybuilding.com, and top sports nutrition retailers worldwide.

Study: Blackcurrant extract improves exercise recovery

31-Aug-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Consumption of New Zealand blackcurrant (NZBC) extract prior to and following exercise reduces muscle damage and improves functional recovery, according to a new study from the University of Surrey.

PhD Life range taps into hunger for holistic health

19-Aug-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

PhD has launched a new range of products named 'PhD Life', looking to tap into consumers' growing interest in holistic and long-term health solutions.

Start-up’s ‘revolutionary’ dileucine outperforms leucine for muscle building

11-Aug-2021 By Stephen Daniells

A new dileucine ingredient that leads to over 40% more muscle building potential than leucine alone is being commercialized by start-up Ingenious Ingredients, with the company already “vetting exclusive top-tier distribution and marketing partners”.

SiS optimises carb intake with new Beta Fuel range

10-Aug-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Science in Sport (SiS) has launched a new enhanced Beta Fuel range designed to allow endurance athletes to increase their carb intake through optimised maltodextrin and fructose ratios.

Velositol plus whey protein boosts muscle endurance, power, and jump height: Study

28-Jul-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Nutrition 21’s amylopectin and chromium combination (Velositol) plus whey protein may improve physical performance measures more than whey protein alone, says a new study.

NutraIngredients-USA Awards: Meet the Products of the Year!

26-Jul-2021 By Hank Schultz

Independent expert judges recruited by NutraIngredients-USA scored the entries on five parameters: demand, application and design, scientific merit, commercial success, and innovation and differentiation.