Sports & Energy

The study concluded that supplementation with bioactive collagen peptides may accelerate the clinical benefits of calf-strengthening, and return-to-running programs, decreasing the risk of injury, and improving flexibility. 

The botanicals market is seeing a number of new entrants and emerging stars quickly gaining ground.

AlphaSize A-GPC has earned non-GMO certification by the International GMO Evaluation and Notification Program (IGEN), says AlphaSize’s supplier, Chemi Nutra (Austin, TX).

Market research indicates that today’s consumers are spending more on immune-health supplements than ever. Ahead, a look at some of the latest studies on immune-health ingredients.

How and where caffeine helps, whom it might hurt-and what we just don’t know yet.

Manufacturers are casting a wider net for collagen, spanning beauty and joint health to sports nutrition.

This year, ingredients and supplement categories at higher risk of adulteration include: selective androgen receptor modulators (SARMS), phenibut, tianeptine, higenamine, and certain high-profile botanical ingredients.

The magnesium supplements market is still largely untapped, with lots of potential for growth.

Nootropic spearmint extract containing rosmarinic acid may support reactive agility. 

Spearmint extract containing rosmarinic acid may improve performance under stress, according to new study.

Parabel USA Inc. has finalized a distribution agreement with CK Ingredients, a raw materials supplier, for the commercialization of Parabel’s branded Lentein plant protein in the Canadian marketplace. 

2018’s most unexpected supplement sales trends, according to SPINS.

Classic flavors have long dominated the sports drink market, but now unique flavors are stepping up to the plate.

Lonza (Greenwood, SC) has been granted U.S. Patent 10,016,382 for its L-carnitine’s use in pet food to support performance and recovery in active dogs.

The subjects in the study, recreationally active men, saw improvements in both upper and lower body strength when supplementing with Sensoril.

New study finds that probiotics reduced inflammation in athletes.

Keto products are diversifying from the sports nutrition category into all manner of food and beverage products.

New research and ingredients from collagen manufacturers as they continue their push into the sports nutrition space.

At November’s SupplySide West show, botanical suppliers showcased their ingredients targeting a range of product categories.

Egg white isolate is a protein differentiator in the sports market, says firm at SupplySide West

The ingredient, Nutri Whey Isolate, can be used to make clear high-protein beverages, such as protein water, with an extreme level of clarity even in acidic beverages with a higher pH level.

Nitric oxide–boosting dietary supplements continue gaining traction in markets like sports nutrition.

By focusing on how much protein they pack into their formulations, product developers not only have a chance to help their audience meet their protein goals; they might also give their protein applications an edge in a crowded marketplace.

Despite recent growth in global launches of protein drinks, no such product currently exists, the company says.

A beverage containing immune-health ingredient Wellmune baker’s yeast beta-glucan significantly reduced the severity of upper respiratory tract infections (URTI) among marathon runners in new research.

Brand awareness survey reveals high level of awareness for Nutrition 21 fitness brands following advertising campaigns in men's fitness magazines. 

This is the first whey protein isolate ingredient to come from dairy protein specialist FrieslandCampina Ingredients.

The drink mix will be introduced in a unique, award-winning shaker pack.

Synergy Flavors released new research called “Flavors of the Future,” highlighting new and emerging flavors in the sports nutrition market in North America. 

The powders combine the energy-boosting benefits of MCTs and a source of protein from collagen (hydrolyzed type 1 and 3 collagen) and organic whey.