MuscleTech expands ties with Trust Group to manufacture in Brazil
Global sports supplement brand MuscleTech has reached a manufacturing and marketing agreement with Trust Group to expand its reach into the Brazilian market.
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Pea protein and whey protein match up in Brazilian soccer trial
Pea protein may be substituted for whey protein without compromising athlete recovery or performance, according to a recent study from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Don’t call it a comeback, chia’s been here for years
Chia became a household name in the 1980s, popularized by the fascination with fur-sprouting animal figurines, but its use as health aid dates as far back as the Aztec and Mayan empires. Today, after a slight dip in the market, chia is back on the scene...
Sports & Active Nutrition Summit to focus on esports, CBD, regulatory landscape, and more
Save the Date! NutraIngredients-USA’s Sports & Active Nutrition Summit returns to San Diego, February 15-17, 2023. The event brings together scientists, formulators, consultants, and regulatory experts to move the sports nutrition category forward.
‘Not surprising at all’: Study highlights quality issues with Colombian whey protein products
Protein content of select commercial whey protein products sold in Colombia is not matching the levels claimed on the labels, says a new study that highlights the quality issues in this South American market.
Fish skin gelatine found to have anti-ageing properties that prevent wrinkles, study suggests
The gelatine contained in the skin of the Pacific whiting fish, may help prevent skin wrinkling caused by ultraviolet radiation, US researchers find.
Study shows plant-based protein matches whey for muscle mass, strength
Omnivores and vegans experienced similar muscle mass and strength benefits from whey or plant-protein supplements, respectively, says a new study from Brazil.
The power of personalization: Trial highlights value of increased protein intake for older adults
Personalized dietary advice is a cost-effective way to boost protein intakes and increase strength for community-dwelling older adults, says a new study from Finland and The Netherlands.
Warning for supplement-popping gym goers over kidney and liver concerns
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.
Dr Rob Wildman to launch sports nutrition brand: ‘It’s my opus’
After decades with some of the most respected brands in sports nutrition, Dr Rob Wildman has ventured out on his own and his new brand is an embodiment of his commitment to the field and his pursuit of quality. “I want to take the guesswork out of taking...
Start-up’s ‘revolutionary’ dileucine outperforms leucine for muscle building
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”.
The NutraIngredients-USA Awards 2021: And the winners are...
The winners of the 2021 NutraIngredients-USA Awards were revealed this morning during a live broadcast on NutraIngredients-USA.com...
Hofseth BioCare eying global surge for unique salmon-derived ingredients
With its first purchase order from Nestlé-owned Garden of Life in hand, Norwegian biotech company Hofseth BioCare (HBC) is gearing up for significant growth in North America with new products, exciting science, and unique claims.
Brazil approves Gelita’s Verisol for skin health supplements
Brazil’s National Health Surveillance Agency ANVISA has approved the use of Gelita’s Verisol collagen peptides ingredient for use in food supplements claiming skin health benefits.
Duas Rodas launches plant-based aromas and technology
Brazil’s Duas Rodas has unveiled its new plant-based platform as it strives to maximize consumers’ sensory experience of vegetable proteins.
Digestion is a key driver for the LATAM nutrition markets: Mintel
Digestion and intestine flow enhancers as key consumers need in the Latin American nutrition marketplace, says a Food and Drink Senior Analyst for Mintel.
What's new in specialized nutrition in 2020?
Specialized nutrition is on the up. Increasingly, consumers are seeking tailored alternatives such as dairy and meat-based options that appeal to consumers with very specific nutritional needs, says Mintel.
Across the Nutra-verse: Resolving the CBD issue, growing consumer awareness around whey protein in India, and more
A lot has happened in the global nutrition industry over the past seven days: Stay on top of things with our weekly round-up of key news from across the nutra-verse.
Nutrition and Agtech investments in Brazil focus on alternative proteins
As the AgFood landscape sees a move away from animal protein, we asked Francisco Jardim, Co-Founder, SP Ventures what consumers are seeking from the meat and dairy alternative markets and how this is impacting investments in alternative protein sources.
Fiber, gut health, plant-based and healthy diets lead LATAM consumer demands, Roquette says
Aurelie Mauray, Area Market Manager for Americas GBU Food at Roquette, tells NutraIngredients-LATAM about what consumers are looking for in Latin America and how the plant producer plans to answer them moving into 2020.
Sustainability, storytelling, sport and sugar-free lead trends in 2020
Julian Mellentin, food and beverage consultant at New Nutrition Business takes us through the emerging and developing trends impacting nutrition in the LATAM region today, and most importantly, what producers and marketeers need to consider moving into 2020.
'Latin America is one of the emerging regions with growth potential': Chr. Hansen
NutraIngredients LATAM spoke to Chr. Hansen’s Regional Vice President of Latin America, Nelson Falavina, and Regional Marketing and Business Development Manager, Rosa Fernandes, to find out their experiences and perceptions of the region’s current...
Across the Nutra-verse: New York’s hemp regulations, Poland’s new vitamin level limits, and more
It’s been a busy week for the nutra- industry around the world: Stay on top of the global nutra-news with our weekly round-up of key news from across the globe.
Roquette produces new plant-based proteins from peas and fava beans
Plant-based ingredients developer, Roquette, has expanded its premium plant-based range to appeal to growing demands in the meat alternative space.
‘The opportunity of Plant-based foods in LATAM is real,’ says DuPont
Colombia, Brazil and Argentina are leading the way in Latin America for interest in plant proteins, according to a new survey from DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences.
“It’s Day 1 for inulin in LATAM”, nutrition trends company says
New Nutrition Business, reveals that prebiotic fiber inulin is growing in popularity, leading the consumer trends researcher and provider to ask, is 2020 the year of inulin?
Mindful eating dominates as consumers seek rich nutritious profiles
The free-from movement, minimally-processed food and clean labeling trends are heavily influencing consumer demands for nutrient-filled diets.
Axiom Foods enters Brazilian plant protein market
Plant-based food technology specialist, Axiom Foods, teams up with Univar Solutions Brazil to distribute innovative food and beverage ingredients.
Brazilian supplement users want more info on benefits: Survey
Almost 50% of Brazilians consumer food supplements with pharmacies dominating as the leading purchase channel, according to survey data.
ALANUR survey highlights dietary supplement use in Chile and Peru
Almost 50% of urban Chileans used supplements during the previous three months, while the numbers are not far behind for Peruvians in three of the main urban centers at 42%, according to surveys from ALANUR.
Probiotics, proteins and combination supplements evolve in Uruguay
The Latin American country enjoys consistency and stability in the popular segment while experiencing growth, providing manufacturers and retailers with ample opportunities to reach their target audiences.
Across the Nutra-verse: Atacama targets South East Asia, GNC’s personalized nutrition offering, and more
It’s been a busy week for the nutra- industry around the world: Stay on top of the global nutra-news with our weekly round-up of key news from across the globe.
DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences explores plant-based and probiotics expansion
The nutrition and biosciences arm of DuPont is building its presence in Latin America through its plant-based and probiotics products. Daniel Borges, the company’s LATAM Sales and Industry Leader of Probiotics, Fibers and human milk oligosaccharides...
Health and wellness sphere is “heading in a very positive direction”: GNC executives state
We talk to John Learish, SVP of Marketing and Carl Seletz, Chief Global Officer, at GNC, to find out how regulations, condition-specific products, innovative formulas and purchasing power in Brazil are helping to push the sector forward. Yet, how the...
Clean recipes help sports nutrition enter the mainstream
The sports nutrition world in Latin America is experiencing a fast-paced and seismic shift, which sees it move out of the performance, athlete-rich arena into a wider, health-centered sphere.
High protein claims on nutritional bar labels drive male engagement: Study
Front-of-pack labeling of nutritional bars with ‘high protein’ claims can drive consumer choice, especially among men, but only if it wasn’t associated with higher calories, says a new study from Colombian and Spanish scientists.
New Brazilian collagen producer says its reimagined production process provides differentiator
A new collagen player has entered the market with a process it says reimagines the production of this popular ingredient to arrive at a product with a cleaner sustainability story.
Plant-based future is combined vegetable sources 'not a golden ingredient', says DuPont
The market for plant-based nutrition will move beyond single-source ingredients to synergistic combinations that strengthen the nutritional and sensorial profile of final products, says DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences.
Across the Nutra-verse: Selling trust to consumers, DSM nutrition boss on personalized nutrition, and more
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Collagen plus resistance training better than training alone for body mass, muscle protein changes: RCT
Adding collagen supplements to a resistance exercise training may lead to greater improvements in muscle strength, body mass and fat-free mass, compared to training alone, says a new RCT from Germany.
Bean power: Five 'outstanding' Mexican varieties identified for biofortification
A handful of locally-grown Mexican bean varieties are richer in iron, zinc, protein and antioxidants and should be considered in biofortification efforts to fight malnutrition across the country, researchers say.
Speeding sports: Fitness and gym boom to fuel 6.9% CAGR growth in dietary supplements
A burgeoning interest in fitness, sport and healthier lifestyles across Latin America will drive dietary supplement demands, presenting huge opportunity for new entrants and domestic players in particular, says an expert.
Sports nutrition market poised to take off in region, experts say
There is a huge, underserved potential for sports nutrition products and services in Latin America, according to experts.
Sports nutrition in Brazil: 51% of online products formulated with a botanical, says new analysis
Over half of the sports nutrition products available online in Brazil contain a botanical, with acai, guarana, and beetroot among the favorites, according to data from Lumina Intelligence.