23 Jun 2021 --- Throughout the global COVID-19 pandemic, NutritionInsight is dedicated to bringing its readers all the latest and most relevant industry updates. Visit this regularly-updated news... Read More

11 Jun 2021 --- As the US gets the COVID-19 pandemic under control and society starts to go back to “normal,” many consumers are wary of the impacts this shift will have on various... Read More

10 Jun 2021 --- NZMP is tapping into the booming demand for immune-supporting food and beverages with its soluble dairy bioactive lactoferrin. The iron-binding glycoprotein naturally found in milk... Read More

09 Jun 2021 --- As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to severely impact many regions of the world, suppliers highlight that clinical nutrition is more important than ever before. Delivering the... Read More

08 Jun 2021 --- Growth in China’s infant nutrition industry is currently being driven by value and premiumization rather than volume, meaning that the country’s recent shift toward... Read More

02 Jun 2020 --- FrieslandCampina Ingredients is set to launch a new platform, Biotis, which is centered on gut health alongside other all-encompassing wellness benefits such as immune health, sleep health and maternal health. In line with the platform launch, the company is unveiling Biotis GOS as a leading ingredient within its gut health range.

14 Nov 2018 --- Protein is hot on the market right now, with more and more products with a high protein claim being launched, according to Antonio Sánchez, at FrieslandCampina DMV. As consumers become more health conscious and products intended for sports people become increasingly mainstream, proteins, which are DMV’s core business, will further grow as the division's main area for innovation. Speaking to NutritionInsight at SIAL, Sánchez discussed the company’s portfolio of functional and nutritional dairy protein ingredients. “Protein enrichment and fortified foods are significant categories that have been growing for some time and continue to do so. It is a concept and a trend that we cannot ignore,” he says. 

13 Aug 2018 --- FrieslandCampina Ingredients highlighted the recent FDA opinion on dietary fibers, from which they could benefit them as a GOS (Galacto-Oligosaccharides) supplier. A prebiotic peach and apple white tea concept was presented, while high protein cookies with a chocolate hazelnut dip were also on display. Sarah Staley of FrieslandCampina spoke about GOS as a trending prebiotic fiber. “There is a lot of interest in clean, green and label-friendly ingredients and fiber is one that they are looking for, but in good tasting applications. This really means a lot more flexibility for formulators to offer something that has both prebiotic and fiber benefits,” she notes. 

14 Jun 2018 --- There has been particularly strong recent development happening in the clean label mainstreaming of sports nutrition products. At Vitafoods Europe 2018, FrieslandCampina’s consumer research highlighted a need for clean ingredients as well as innovative flavor profiles. The results of a consumer study showed that 69 percent of sports nutrition consumers find all-natural ingredients to be appealing in these types of products. To address this demand, DMV has come up with native protein launches. “We are highlighting Nutri Whey native and that is some shakes, RTDs. What we highlight is how Nutri Whey native is a concept where we really try to target the millennials. We developed it together with Givaudan, where we looked at what flavor profile consumers are looking for,” says Ramon Mommersteeg at the company. 

14 Dec 2017 --- There is a big trend toward hydrolyzed proteins in performance nutrition. “It’s really part of performance nutrition, the growth of the segment. You can really see the mainstreaming part, as well as the intensity of people [who are] performing more sports and are more serious about sports,” says Ramon Mommersteeg. With an increasing number of people knowing someone in their family or friends who is practicing for a marathon, an iron man event or something similar, people are becoming more and more interested in high-quality, protein-related sports nutrition products. FrieslandCampina’s Nutri Whey Hydro product is one of the nicest hydrolyzed proteins available, the company believes.

20 Sep 2018 --- Micelate™ Prestige has a prolonged digestion profile compared to other common dairy protein sources available in the sports nutrition market, ensuring a sustained release of amino acids and supporting muscle mass and gain augmentation during sleep or when a longer recovery period is available. 

11 Oct 2017 --- Numerous studies have investigated the importance of protein supplementation in supporting skeletal muscle growth in response to exercise and/or prevention of muscle mass loss during physical inactivity. However to improve the effectiveness of protein, the right protein source and timing of ingestion is important.

15 Dec 2014 --- Proteins are an essential part of a diet. Protein helps to maintain muscle massand have an important role to regulate processes in the body. For the active body it is important to have the nutrients when the body needs it most. Appropriately timed protein intake is an important component of an overall exercise training program, essential for proper recovery, immune function and maintenance of lean body mass. The overall advice is to consume protein immediately after exercise to maximize muscle protein synthesis.

23 Jun 2015 --- Key suppliers offer their thoughts on the implementation of traceability and sustainability. What is driving the demand for clearer labels and greater transparency and what role can ingredients suppliers play?

21 May 2021 --- Mental health and well-being are high on the agenda in this week’s nutrition developments. FrieslandCampina Ingredients revealed its Biotis GOS can provide anxiety relief in young women, while Pharmactive’s saffron ingredient Affron was recognized as an official aid for low mood-related issues in the US. Crucially, an end to the viral pandemic will by no means be an end to mental health concerns, Gencor shared.

01 Mar 2021 --- The last week saw the US FDA issue stern reminders about mental health claims. Other major stories include partnerships between FrieslandCampina Ingredients and Cayuga Milk Ingredients, and between Ferring, Rebiotix and MyBiotics.  

01 Feb 2021 --- This week, NutritionInsight spoke with FrieslandCampina Ingredients, which discussed its latest lactoferrin launch for immunity. Lallemand Health Solutions concluded a collaboration on standardizing the authentication of probiotic strains, and Cheerios embraced a “happy-heart” message.

07 Dec 2020 --- This week’s NutritionInsight NewsBite podcast details Fi Europe Connect exhibitions in the dairy sector. Ingredia unveiled functional milk proteins for comfort snacking, while Valio revealed lactose-free milk protein for healthy aging. Additionally, FrieslandCampina Ingredients shared its views on how the gut-brain axis interacts with mood.Read MoreIngredia unveils functional milk proteins for health and comfort snackingValio reveals lactose-free milk protein for healthy aging at FiE Connect 2020Gut-brain axis holds major potential for mood NPD, flags FrieslandCampina Ingredients

25 Feb 2021 --- Over the last year, consumers have increasingly sought to improve their immune health, especially via products with strong scientific substantiation. According to FrieslandCampina Ingredients’ webinar, a promising ingredient in this space is bioactive proteins derived from dairy’s whey fraction, such as lactoferrin. The webinar also delves into the latest consumer insights and the role dairy plays in health and immunity. 

08 Dec 2020 --- This webinar from FrieslandCampina Ingredients details the latest science in the emerging field of the gut-brain axis. Experts explain the impact of nutrition on the microbiota and brain health, as well as the exciting opportunities to tap into this growing market.

02 Oct 2018 --- Industry developers are targeting on the go beverage solutions, with items that incorporate between 10 and 20 grams of protein proving especially popular, a poll has identified. Diderik Moerdijk, Marketing Performance Nutrition at FrieslandCampina DMV explores the high protein beverage market segment, tipping clear protein drinks, in this webinar entitled Beyond traditional lifestyle nutrition: Moving with the times.

29 Mar 2018 --- Protein is becoming mainstream, but for elite athletes it remains a struggle to find the right nutrition for the right time. Elite athletes look for a natural, proven concept that improves their performance. But which type of protein to use? Based on current scientific literature and our own findings, FrieslandCampina developed an ingredient that fits the needs of your most ambitious consumer. 

17 Nov 2017 --- Athletes typically consume a lot of protein to improve training adaptations and optimize recovery. Therefore they need high quality protein supplements with an excellent taste and a clean formulation. We are going to take a closer look at how these protein supplements can be a practical solution in an athlete’s daily life in preparation for the 2018 Winter Games.