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Webinar preview: Rousselot targets GLP-1 companion products with Peptan and Nextida GC

Nutrition product innovations to support GLP-1 users are booming. However, it becomes increasingly important to ensure that ingredients and formulations are supported by scientific evidence. Amid a myriad of options available, Rousselot spotlights its Peptan and Nextida GC collagen peptides in an upcoming webinar, “From boosters to companions: GLP-1 in Food, Beverages, and Supplements.” 
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Collagen innovations shift beyond beauty to science-backed longevity
Already a staple ingredient for beauty-from-within and mobility solutions, collagen and its peptides are moving into new application areas as interest grows in longevity and multifunctional nutrition. Ingredient suppliers note that the next phase of innovation will depend on targeted applications, ingredient-specific science, and clinically validated benefits.Innova Market Insights data indicates that 52% of consumers globally are including more collagen in their diet, while supplement and sports nutrition launches featuring collagen grew 17% annually from July 2021 to June 2026. Skin, joint, and bone health remain the leading health claims. 
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Sirio targets solubility, stability and taste with LifeChews jelly tablet format
Consumers continue to demand that nutrition solutions be easily integrated into their daily lives while also being enjoyable. In response, the industry is innovating to create novel and more convenient delivery formats. Nutrition Insight speaks with Janine Barlow, head of R&D, Sirio Europe, to discuss the link between bioavailability and format performance within the context of its recently launched LifeChews, a plant-based chewable “jelly tablet.” 
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Creatine & Magnesium: The Body’s Most Powerful Pairing for Proven Performance
When muscles need energy fast, creatine and magnesium work hand-in-hand to fuel rapid regeneration of ATP to power every lift, rep and sprint. Creatine MagnaPower® brings these nutrients together to deliver muscular performance improvements. Explore the science behind this formulation and take your active nutrition offering to the next level.This Technical Paper is brought to you by Balchem’s Albion® Minerals. 
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The science of HMOs – A novonesis webinar featuring new clinical findings and ESPGHAN highlights
Tune in for an engaging webinar as we explore the latest HMO science coming out of Novonesis — including some exciting new data you won't want to miss. The webinar will also showcase latest scientific highlights on early-life nutrition from the 58th annual ESPGHAN meeting in Lille.Dr. Stina Jensen (Head of Applied HMO Science & Innovation, Novonesis) and Dr. Yannik Schönknecht (Senior Scientific Advisor, Novonesis) will present recent research on bioactive components in human milk, with a particular focus on HMOs, highlighting both mechanistic insights and findings from clinical study. Finally, there will be a spotlight on collaboration with academia (Prof. Lars Bode) and other leading researchers and how it is a key enabler to push the understanding of infant nutrition for everyone.
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Food & beverage: the next chapter of collagen innovation?
Supplements have dominated collagen innovation. But what if consumers could get collagen benefits from everyday formats – like milk? Hear from Bioiberica's R&D expert about the future of collagen in food and beverage applications, and how ingredients like Collavant® n2 native (undenatured) type II collagen are helping make it possible.

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Daily zinc supplementation for children under five may reduce anemia...
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A recent randomized clinical trial in Uganda consisting of 100 children under five with sickle cell anemia has found that daily zinc supplementation at 20 mg reduced all-cause infections over six months compared to a placebo. According to the study authors, no adverse events requiring discontinuation of the study intervention were observed. However, they note that multisite trials are needed to validate the findings.
UofL granted US$11.6M to advance nutrition science for metabolic diseases
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The University of Louisville (UofL) in the US has been awarded US$11.6 million from the National Institute of General Medical Sciences through a Center of Biomedical Research Excellence (CoBRE) five-year grant. The funding will go to the launch of the Nutrition and Metabolic Health Center (NMHC) and help the researchers gain a better understanding of how diets affect health and metabolism, and how our bodies process foods.
HUM Nutrition’s new blend pairs creatine with bioactive peptides for muscle...
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HUM Nutrition has launched Stack & Sculpt, a peptide-powered creatine formulated to tone, support recovery, and help maintain muscle. In each scoop, mixed berry flavor powder formula blends the clinically studied doses of creatine monohydrate (5 g) and PeptiStrong (2.4 g), an AI-discovered, plant-based bioactive peptide complex made from fava beans by Nuritas. Nuritas details that creatine fuels muscles, while PeptiStrong signals cells to support muscle health, reduce breakdown, and accelerate strength recovery. HUM Nutrition highlights that Stack & Sculpt is founded on the notion that these two jobs work better stacked than separate.
Truvant acquires Multi-Pak to expand supplement and healthcare packaging...
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Truvant, a packaging solution provider, has acquired Multi-Pak Packaging, a US contract packager that specializes in vitamins, minerals, and supplements (VMS), over-the-counter (OTC) solid doses, with additional capabilities in personal care and medical device packaging.The acquisition aims to enhance Truvant’s capabilities in a growth category fueled by consumer demand for VMS and other health products. Multi-Pak offers various primary and secondary packaging formats that complement Truvant’s existing lines.
Abbott launches ready-to-feed liquid infant formula similar to human breast milk
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Abbott has launched Similac 360 Total Care Made With Whole Milk, a ready-to-feed liquid infant formula that is designed to have a high resemblance to fats in breast milk, while containing five immune-nourishing prebiotics. The company emphasizes that parents have an increased interest in infant formulas made with whole milk, while also prioritizing convenient formats such as ready-to-feed, which are commercially sterile.
August in review: Nestlé’s GLP-1 strategy, FDA GRAS proposal, El Niño risks
August 2026 F&B industry review.

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In August 2026, GLP-1 use pushed nutrient density and metabolic health further into mainstream F&B. Nestlé said it is exploring products tailored to people eating smaller portions, Tate & Lyle identified new reformulation opportunities around fiber and lower sugar, and strong nutrition demand helped lift Arla Foods Ingredients’ revenue.
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Vitafoods Asia 2026 preview: Healthy aging and active...
Ingredient suppliers expect healthy aging and active nutrition to be the main trends highlighted at Vitafoods Asia 2026, in Bangkok, Thailand (Sep 2–4). Nutrition Insight meets with Puredia, Aker BioMarine, GC Rieber VivoMega, and Nexira to explore market demands, product innovations in omegas and botanicals, and consumer trends across Asian countries. Puredia’s general manager, Michael Yuen, tells us that Asia was the first region to develop a longevity market. “NMN (nicotinamide mononucleotide) and NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) precursors reached mainstream consumer adoption in Japan and China well ahead of Western markets, which means the consumer base here is already sophisticated about cellular aging biomarkers and is actively looking for the next clinically substantiated option.” 
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Creatine & Magnesium: The Body’s Most Powerful Pairing for...
When muscles need energy fast, creatine and magnesium work hand-in-hand to fuel rapid regeneration of ATP to power every lift, rep and sprint. Creatine MagnaPower® brings these nutrients together to deliver muscular performance improvements. Explore the science behind this formulation and take your active nutrition offering to the next level.This Technical Paper is brought to you by Balchem’s Albion® Minerals. 
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Oral delivery blurs the line between supplement and...
The emerging peptide market is rapidly growing, and so too are concerns about the safety of these short chains of amino acids as consumers and industries grapple with distinguishing them from supplements. The labels on these gray-market peptides often note that the products are not for everyday use or human consumption, yet there are brands using some of these peptides in their oral supplements. 

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Postbiotics for immunity and moodSep2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that 59% of consumers link gut health to overall well-being, especially immune resilience and emotional balance, driving innovation in postbiotics, the next gener...

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New-age dairy proteins Sep 2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that sports nutrition and supplement launches featuring dairy protein ingredients are gaining ground, with over 20% CAGR from July 2021 to June 2026. Whey protein and milk protein remain the leading ingredients in these launches, but other proteins are emerging, such as casein.

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Mind and mood support trendsSep 2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that mind and mood claims in supplement launches grew at a 5% CAGR from July 2021 to June 2026. Europe accounted for the highest share of launches, with vitamins & minerals as the leading subcategory. Vitamin B6 was the leading ingredient, while sage was the fastest-growing ingredient.

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Food & beverage: the next chapter of collagen innovation?

Supplements have dominated collagen innovation. But what if consumers could get collagen benefits from everyday formats – like milk? Hear from Bioiberica's R&D expert about the future of collagen in food and beverage applications, and how ingredients like Collavant® n2 native (undenatured)...

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