01 May 2024 --- Formulators in the specialized nutrition space for “active aging” pinpoint functional ability, immunity, cognition and gut health as valuable areas of research and innovation. We catch up with Cargill,... Read More

30 Apr 2024 --- Researchers at the independent Norwegian R&D organization SINTEF Ocean are developing technologies that could allow them to convert fish byproducts, in particular skin, into highly sought-after ingredients.... Read More

25 Apr 2024 --- Consumer demand for sustainable clean label and natural ingredients that offer multifunctional and holistic health options for areas such as stress relief and mental health, as well as the call for convenient and... Read More

18 Apr 2024 --- Consumers are increasingly seeking innovative solutions to maintain their vitality as they mature. Nutrition Insight sits down with key industry experts from ADM, Gnosis by Lesaffre, IFF... Read More

11 Apr 2024 --- Demand for sports nutrition and active lifestyle products continues to grow as consumers aim to improve their health. Innova Market Insights data points to an increasing offer of sports nutrition and protein-based... Read More

29 Apr 2024 --- Ahead of the upcoming Vitafoods trade show (May 14–16), the Rousselot team tells us what collagen and gelatin innovations to expect at the company’s stand (E106). Pierre-Albert Thomas, global director of functional ingredients, details Rousselot’s solution to incorporate liquids in functional gummies protected by a gelatin shell. Florencia Moreno Torres-McLaverty, global business development manager of health and nutrition, teases a new Rousselot platform based on a “new generation” of collagen peptides with targeted health and wellness benefits.

09 Feb 2024 --- At Rousselot’s On the Road to Win campaign launch, we met with Tom Clifford, senior lecturer in physiology and nutrition at Loughborough University, UK, to discuss his research on the benefits of collagen peptides, phytochemicals and polyphenols in sports nutrition. He details trials on collagen peptides’ potential to help athletes recover from exercise-induced muscle damage and improve sleep quality. Clifford also examines specific collagen research gaps in dosages and effects on different consumer groups. 

01 Feb 2024 --- The company which has traditionally used beef and pork collagen is prioritizing its fish collagen offerings in line with the latest market trend around beauty-from-within. We speak with Yingying Wu, PB Leiner’s global product manager health and nutrition, who tells us that fish collagen is prized for its pure, water-like quality. The company is innovating in the protein bar segment to cater to the “weekend warrior” lifestyle and has a patent pending.  

18 Jan 2024 --- At FiE 2023, in Frankfurt, Germany, we sat down with Tim De Lange, the global application center manager at Rousselot, to discuss the latest trends and innovations for collagen and gels. Delange details how evolving consumer demand for versatility has led to collagen appearing in newer categories such as bakery. He also discusses the company’s NutriScore A gummy solutions and the integration of Gelnex’s portfolio following its acquisition by Darling Ingredients. We also discuss what we can expect from the company in 2024. 

04 Dec 2023 --- PeptEndure is the latest bioactive collagen peptide to join Gelita’s portfolio, serving as a “training partner” for athletes. The water-soluble, neutral-tasting ingredient has been studied in both men and women to increase endurance by boosting cell mitochondrial density. Martin Walter, category manager for healthy aging and sports nutrition, explains how a daily dose can yield long-term benefits.

25 Oct 2023 --- Sports Nutrition has become a key category which now reaches beyond elite athletes and hardcore sporters. New market players, increasing innovations and demand from all demographics have pushed Sports Nutrition & Active lifestyle into the mainstream. As competition increases, being able to differentiate a product has become more relevant than ever.  Join on us in this webinar to find out: 1.    Consumer profiles & insights for Sports Nutrition 2.    Trending formats & innovations 3.    How to differentiate product innovations with Peptan collagen peptides 4.   Latest scientific updates in collagen peptides & sports nutrition/active lifestyle

17 Oct 2023 --- The presentation aims to showcase the potential of three botanical extracts (Pomanox®, Spisar®, and CuberUp®) from Euromed in supporting athletic performance, joint health, muscle strength, and cognitive function, promoting an active lifestyle and youthful well-being for consumers.

25 Apr 2023 --- Discover the science behind UC-II® undenatured type II collagen and why not all collagens are created equal. Our experts will introduce our product concepts and show the flexibility of dosage forms from powder filled capsule to liquid-filled capsules & gummies.  Sirio & Lonza developed two concepts with UC-II® in gummies and Sirio experts will show the innovative properties of these new products.

17 Nov 2022 --- Hyaluronic acid (HA) has a strong foothold in the mobility and skin & beauty segments. But what is it about this ingredient that continues to attract formulators? And how can brands successfully stand out from the competition?Join Bioiberica to discover an HA solution with a difference. Our experts will spotlight Bioiberica’s patented HA matrix ingredient and the scientific evidence supporting its ability to power innovation across the dietary supplement and functional foods space for mobility and skin & beauty applications.    

15 Jul 2022 --- Consumers and manufacturers are increasingly pursuing a holistic approach for mobility. Joints, bone, and muscle care are all key to maintaining, improving or extending our ability to move freely, comfortably and independently. To this end, collagen peptides have become a "hero ingredient" due to the scientific evidence pointing to the advantages they can deliver.