Nutraceuticals World

AstaReal Astaxanthin Ingredient Receives U.S. Patent Approval

The approval comes through evidence that this antioxidant can maintain mobility and promote healhty muscles.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.16.21

Four-Week Fish Oil Regimen Showed Significant Muscular Damage Protection in Recent Study

Improvements in range of motion and serum creatine kinase levels following exercise suggests that EPA-rich fish oil has a unique sports nutrition benefit.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.13.21

Thorne Healthtech and PreCon Health to Launch Supplements for Pre-, Post-Impact Brain Health

The targeted health benefits are intended for brain-related impact injuries experienced by athletes, military personnel, and millions of others.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.12.21

Pilot Study Suggests Tomato Powder has Superior Exercise Recovery Benefits to Lycopene

Tomatoes have additional micronutrients and bioactive components believed to synergistically boost the benefits tied to the popular carotenoid.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.08.21

Review Covers Common Questions and Misconceptions about Creatine Supplementation

The amino acid, popular among athletes and gym-goers, is linked to a wide array of ergogenic improvements.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.30.21

NSF/Harvard Study Finds Deterenol, Other Stimulants in Sports & Weight Loss Supplements

Seventeen commercially-available brands were selected for analysis because they listed at least one prohibited stimulant.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.29.21

Focus, Endurance, Resilience: The Esports Community is Seeking Out Supplements

The physical and cognitive toll that video games have on their most serious players calls for a diverse lineup of nutraceutical solutions.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.24.21

Post COVID-19: A New World of Health & Nutrition Opportunities

The pandemic has reshuffled consumer health priorities, and reshaped wellness markets for the foreseeable future.

By Dr. A. Elizabeth Sloan & Dr. Catherine Adams Hutt, Sloan Trends, Inc. 03.22.21

Vitafoods Insights Launches Four-Day Virtual Expo

The presentations will bring together industry thinkers for webinars, roundtable discussions, networking, and more.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.16.21

Clinical Study on Herbal Joint Formula Reveals Numerous Knee Benefits

Karallief Easy Climb was shown to improve joint mobility as quickly as 30 days.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.09.21

Gadot Biochemical Launches New Magnesium Ingredients

A new line of magnesium citrates, gluconates, and phosphates will provide manufacturers more flexibility in formulation development.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.03.21

Healthcare Trends | Natural/Organic | Sports Nutrition | World Markets

An Interview with Pete Croatto, Author

His book, From Hang Time to Prime Time: Business, Entertainment, and the Birth of the Modern-day NBA (Atria Books), was released in December 2020.

By Sheldon Baker 03.03.21

Performance, Personalization Continue Driving the Market for Stalwart Protein Supplements

As the line between athletes and active consumers continues to blur, a growing number of protein supplement users seek clean, powerful, and personal solutions.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.03.21

Following the Ascent of Alternative Proteins

As the protein palate of global consumers turns greener, concerted efforts to create nutritionally optimized, appealing options abound.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.03.21

Gelita Discusses Bioactive Collagen Peptides and the E-sports Market

Competitive video gaming is becoming an accepted sports discipline, and more mainstream than ever.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 02.22.21

FrieslandCampina Partners with Cayuga Milk Ingredients to Introduce Milk Proteins in U.S.

The two milk proteins have a highly sustained release, and are ideal for recovery or endurance sports.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 02.22.21

Study on Fortigel Collagen Peptides Suggests Knee Joint Discomfort Benefits

Specific types of peptides from the broader collagen family were able to achieve this unique benefit.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 02.16.21

Ancient Nutrition Launches Re-Formulated Multi Collagen Protein

The peptides, which are fermented rather than hydrolyzed, are back with plenty of new clinical findings to boot.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 02.09.21

Eggshell Membrane Ingredient Receives Joint Health Claim in Canada

Stratum’s NEM has clinically substantiated benefits for exercise-induced joint pain.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 02.08.21

Scientific Paper Highlights Health Benefits of Bovine Colostrum

This cow’s milk byproduct has been in use for nutritional supplementation for the better part of a decade.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 01.28.21

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Minerals | Sports Nutrition

An Interview with Michael Bentley, President, SierraSIl

Canadian natural products company SierraSil Health Inc is on a mission to help one million plus people feel empowered to lead natural, healthy, active lives.

By Sheldon Baker 01.19.21

BGG Obtains U.S. Patent on AstaZine Natural Astaxanthin for Heart Function During Exercise

Results of a clinical trial found subjects taking AstaZine experienced heart rates on average 10% lower during endurance training than the placebo group.

01.18.21

Getting Ahead of the Curve: The Exercise as Medicine Movement

A reimagining of health offers brands a fresh opportunity to tailor product forms, messages, and multi-functional solutions for consumers.

By Dr. A. Elizabeth Sloan & Dr. Catherine Adams Hutt, Sloan Trends, Inc. 12.04.20

Review Examines Connection Between Probiotics and Athletic Performance

There are several beneficial mechanisms of action that fall under the gut-muscle axis umbrella, the authors of the study conducted by DuPont Nutrition report.

11.09.20

Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids | Quality & Safety | Sports Nutrition | Testing

Sports Nutrition in 2020: From ‘Clean’ to Compliant

Leaders in this marketplace offered a play-by-play on innovation, research, compliance, and more at AHPA’s Sports Nutrition Congress.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 11.09.20

Consumer Trends | Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Quality & Safety | Sports Nutrition

How Sports Nutrition is Adapting to COVID-19 Upheaval

Experts specializing in fitness, dietary supplements, and third-party testing discussed where they see the industry headed.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 11.09.20

Botanical Research: Oral Creatine Monohydrate, Probiotics & Antimicrobial Proteins, Mushrooms & More

AHPA compiles recent research on botanicals and plant compounds published in peer-reviewed journals.

By Holly Johnson, PhD, American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) 11.09.20

NPA Requests Amendment for Calorie-Free Labeling on BCAA Products

The trade association cited rising incidence of litigation against businesses working with the ingredient for reasons it deems frivolous.

11.05.20

AstaReal® Astaxanthin & Sports Nutrition: A Winning Combination

When formulating for a sports nutrition product, every company is looking for the next big thing.

Arla Foods Predicts Trend of High-Protein Iced Tea

The benefits of tea and protein are each highly sought-after by a wide range of wellness consumers, the whey protein isolates supplier said.

10.26.20

Dietary Supplements | Sports Nutrition

Keeping Community Together During a Pandemic

If you’re feeling pulled in different directions, you’re not alone. At times like these we must appreciate what we have; family and community are our anchors.

Online Exclusives By Amber Bennett, Director of Membership, American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) 10.19.20

Gnosis, Now Acquired by Lesaffre, Announces New Business Strategy

The company’s product development specialization centers around biotransformation processes.

10.08.20

Consumer Trends | Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Quality & Safety | Sports Nutrition

Podcast: AHPA will Tackle Sports Nutrition Market in Virtual Event

Robert Wildman, chair of AHPA’s Sports Nutrition Committee, offered a preview of the event and discussed innovation in today’s dynamic marketplace.

Sean Moloughney, Editor 10.06.20

Optimum Nutrition Shares COVID-19 Survey On Sports Nutrition, Kicks Off Virtual Fitness Program

For active lifestyle consumers and athletes, self-care routines and fitness aspirations have shifted during the pandemic.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 10.05.20

AHPA Sports Nutrition Congress to Feature Former NFL Linebacker David Vobora

The American Herbal Products Association also announced a discount code on registration fees until Oct. 5.

09.29.20

Velositol and Whey Protein Combined Shown to Increase Performance Outcomes

Study indicated patented chromium ingredient from Nutrition21 + whey protein offered benefits beyond protein alone.

09.29.20

Lonza Launches Sports-Formulated Probiotic

Isolated from Taiwanese Kimchi, this bacterial strain is believed to modulate the gut microbiome to improve energy metabolism.

09.16.20

PLT Launches RipFactor Muscle Accelerator, a Botanical Sports Nutrition Product

The ingredient has been the subject of two comprehensive clinical studies so far.

09.09.20

Botanical Research: Medicinal Mushrooms, Tart Cherry for Endurance, Nigella Sativa for Diabetes

AHPA compiles recent research on botanicals and plant compounds published in peer-reviewed journals.

By Holly Johnson, PhD, American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) 09.08.20

Krill Oil May Counteract Choline Depletion During Intense Physical Activity

Supplementation with krill oil increased overall levels of circulating choline in endurance athletes participating in a range of competition formats.

09.07.20

Unilever to Acquire Liquid I.V.

The company’s beverage powders are designed to increase and accelerate the absorption of water and nutrients.

09.03.20

Nitrosigine Supplement Shown to Improve Cognitive Performance Post-Exercise

Researchers increasingly look to mental stamina as an important aspect of exercise performance.

09.02.20

Breaking News | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids | Research | Research News | Sports Nutrition

Whey Uniquely Benefits Post-Eccentric Exercise Muscle Damage

Eccentric exercises intensively focus on muscles as they lengthen, not as they contract.

08.27.20

Arla Foods Launches First Organic Protein of its Kind

The company’s organic micellar casein isolate is also its first organic ingredient.

08.10.20

Seaweed Extract Shown to Support Immune Function of Elite Athletes

Following fucoidan supplementation, lysozyme concentrations (a marker of mucosal immune function) increased by 45%.

08.06.20

Eggshell Membrane and Fish Oil Combo Shown to Benefit Pain and Stiffness

A trial on the combination product, Move3, found that pain and stiffness was relieved immediately following exercise and 12 hours post-exercise.

08.04.20

Potential MA, NY Bans on Weight Loss, Muscle Building Supplements Spark Industry Backlash

State bills proposed in Massachusetts and New York would be the first to place popular bulking and cutting ingredients under lock-and-key from minors if passed.

07.31.20