Sports & Energy

Research is pushing lesser-known ingredients to the forefront of sports nutrition.

Natural Alternatives International’s new SR CarnoSyn allows for a high dose of beta-alanine to be released over several hours, thereby reducing the chance of off-putting paresthesia sensations.

Pharmachem Laboratories shared results of a new study suggesting a blend of two probiotic strains may provide ergogenic benefits to male athletes after strenuous exercise.

Google Trends confirms that consumer understanding of branched-chain amino acids is more advanced than ever before.

The French maritime pine-bark extract was found to improve overall muscle function in participants aged 70–78 who reported suffering from muscle loss, sarcopenia, and/or fatigue.

Enzyme marketers are making a concerted effort to extend the reach of enzymes with innovative, condition-specific blends targeting everything from sports nutrition to pet health.

Fytexia’s new line of sport-nutrition ingredients include extracts from grape, pomegranate, guarana seeds, elderberry, mangosteen, and more.

Valensa International’s new Immunum chewables contain beta glucan from German baker’s yeast, astaxanthin, Manuka honey, and an algae-derived lipopolysaccharide.

Study results shared by Horphag Research suggest its Robuvit oak-wood extract improves triathlon performance, endurance, and recovery in amateur athletes aged 30–40.

Sports performance products are gaining fans everywhere, but some product types are proving more popular than others.

The up to $300-million transaction broadens Lonza’s offerings in sports nutrition, weight management, and immune health, in addition to several new health areas.

Chemi Nutra says its alpha-glyceryl phosphoryl choline (A-GPC) ingredient is well-suited to replace, displace, or augment caffeine in products targeting mental energy, sports nutrition, and healthy aging.

New research suggests a combination of Ganeden BC30 probiotic and casein protein may reduce muscle damage and improve recovery after damaging exercise compared to casein protein alone.

Forget chocolate, strawberry, and vanilla! Sports nutrition products are exploring advanced, dessert-style flavors.

FutureCeuticals’ ElevATP ingredient was found to significantly increase strength, power, and performance in adult men when combined with a structured resistance training program.

Hot ingredients cocoa and probiotics are looking to cash in on another ingredient superstar: high protein.

Urolithin A, a metabolite found in pomegranates and other nuts, may enhance muscle strength and endurance in aging populations, according to new preclinical study results.

Horphag Research says its new French oak-wood extract may support management of chronic fatigue syndrome and promote healthy liver function.

Preclinical study results suggest Nitrosigine bonded arginine silicate complex significantly increases blood serum levels of arginine and silicon compared to equivalent doses of Nitrosigine’s components individually.

More ingredient suppliers now offer vegan-friendly dietary supplement ingredients.

The new study suggested BioPerine, a black pepper extract, may enhance the bioavailability of resveratrol in humans when combined with regular exercise training.

Suppliers cite growing demand as one reason for renewed interest in phospholipids.

Fish oil–derived EPA and DHA were also found to attenuate strength loss and muscle soreness following exercise, according to researchers.

Turmeric is the darling of the natural products market. What have we learned lately about turmeric and its active constituent, curcumin?

Short-term supplementation with Montmorency tart cherry may improve markers of muscle catabolism, immune and inflammatory stress, and overall performance in aerobically trained individuals during endurance exercise.

Twelve-week supplementation with KSM-66 ashwagandha was found to significantly improve oxygen consumption during a run test, researchers report.

A new online survey commissioned by Lonza suggests most active Millennial consumers are either using L-carnitine currently or would be interested in using it.

The ingredient comprises a minimum of 30% polyphenols, 8% vitamin E, and 1% zinc, Seppic says.

The U.S.-China Health Products Association is organizing the summit, which will take place in Shanghai on June 20.

A look at today’s sports nutrition trends