Sports & Energy

In a joint press release, AstaReal, Beneo, and Gelita are highlighting the potential of the emerging e-sports and gaming market for food and dietary supplement manufacturers.

FrieslandCampina Ingredients released a new report, "Nutritional Food: Shaping the Future of New Ingredients," which outlines trends and developments for the future of performance and active nutrition, is based on extensive research conducted in late 2020.

Aker BioMarine has expanded its krill product portfolio with the addition of Invi, a hydrolyzed protein isolate with a complete amino acid profile that is also rich in minerals, including calcium and magnesium.

BGG World was issued a patent from the United States Patent and Trademark Office for the use of astaxanthin to support heart function during exercise (US Patent #10,827,775).

Body&Fit, Glanbia Performance Nutrition’s direct-to-consumer brand, and Lonza are collaborating to expand Body&Fit’s nutrition, supplements and dietary solutions utilizing Lonza’s Duocap capsule portfolio and specialty nutrition ingredients.

The Council for Responsible Nutrition has launched a new video series called “4 Things to Know,” which explains complex dietary supplements industry topics for non-industry audiences.

Sabinsa announces five new patents pertaining to digestive health, sports nutrition, heart health, and sexual health.

Chemi Nutra has been granted a new patent (United States Patent 10,869,843) for phosphatidic acid, claiming that its branded Mediator PA can increase muscle mass and strength when accompanied with resistance exercise.

The company is carving out its own stake in the PEA market in a big way: with heavy investment in research and development.

Plant proteins may allure consumers with their clean and green attributes, but dairy proteins are increasingly competing on this front, in addition to offering their own undeniable health and formulating benefits.

ChemiNutra announced that a recent study found its AlphaSize Alpha-Glyceryl Phosphoryl Choline (A-GPC) supported the performance of gamers during virtual reality gameplay.

While powders continue to be the primary driver in the BCAA market, other formats are quickly growing in response to new interest in the benefits of BCAAs.

The wellness industry faces a double-edged sword: its products have never been more popular, but production hurdles have never been higher.

Dietary supplements are empowering women to take charge of their wellness.

NPA files citizen petition requesting clear guidance on labeling caloric content for BCAA products, providing relief from frivolous lawsuits.

Despite shifting spending habits following the pandemic, plant-based protein still seeing significant growth, according to experts speaking at AHPA's inaugural Sports Nutrition Congress.

A recent study conducted in collaboration with Abbott, University of Illinois, and the U.S. Air Force, found that proper nutrition is directly linked with physical and cognitive performance.

The Council for Responsible Nutrition released detailed results of its latest consumer surveys on U.S. dietary supplement usage in 2020 during its virtual “NOW, NEW, NEXT” conference last week.

A recent webinar hosted by CRN called “Sports Nutrition: Challenges and Opportunities Amidst COVID-19” shed some light on how the fitness and sports nutrition market is faring during the pandemic.

A recently published year-long randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study found that a combination of a branded HMB (Calcium β-Hydroxy-β-methylbutyrate) and vitamin D3 enhanced muscle function in adults over the age of 60.

Michael McGuffin, president of the American Herbal Products Association, talks about why the time is right for the association’s first Sports Nutrition Congress happening on October 21.

Layn Natural Ingredients launched its Nutræ business unit, which provides botanical ingredient solutions suited for nutraceutical and personal care products.

The American Herbal Products Association is hosting a virtual Sports Nutrition Congress on Oct. 21, 2020 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

BioLift is designed to help the body's circadian rhythm overcome the midday slump by utilizing the science of chronobiology.

Lonza launched TWK10, a probiotic strain isolated from naturally fermented Taiwanese kimchi designed for athletes and active consumers.

PLT Health Solutions and Laila Nutraceuticals launched a botanically based ingredient that provides a range of clinically supported benefits for athletes and the active/sports nutrition consumer called RipFACTOR Muscle Accelerator.

A recent study found that supplementation with krill oil (SuperbaBoost from Aker BioMarine Antarctic AS) helped support choline levels during long-distance, high-intensity exercise.

A recently published study found that supplementation with the French oak wood extract Robuvit supports vigor in older men experiencing reduced energy levels.

NuLiv Science has launched a newly rebranded sports nutraceutical compound — formerly known as ActiGin — called Senactiv.

COVID-19 impacted sports nutrition sales, but dietary supplement industry players highlight bright spots and long-term opportunities.