Tag: sports nutrition

This week in the dynamic world of dietary supplements, a significant survey has illuminated consumer motivations behind creatine supplementation, with cognitive health taking center stage. Alongside these consumer insights, groundbreaking clinical trials on collagen peptides and fucoidan are revealing compelling health benefits, while industry players are actively announcing a wave of new ingredient and innovation…

Loren Israelsen, a towering figure whose influence has shaped the dietary supplement industry for nearly five decades, has announced his impending retirement. After a distinguished career culminating in the leadership of the United Natural Products Alliance (UNPA), Israelsen will step down from his day-to-day responsibilities at the close of 2026. His departure marks the end…

The scientific community and industry leaders have long acknowledged the significant role of lactoferrin in supporting infant immune and gut health. Emerging research, however, is now illuminating the multifaceted benefits of human lactoferrin in adults, demonstrating its capacity to positively influence the adult gut microbiome. An exploratory analysis recently published in the Journal of Dietary…

The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) is intensifying its legal battle to challenge a New York state law that prohibits the sale of certain dietary supplements to individuals under the age of 18, by filing a brief to keep alive its effort to have the U.S. Supreme Court review the free speech implications of the…

The landscape of metabolic health management is undergoing a seismic shift, driven by the rapid ascent of Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists (RAs). Once primarily associated with type 2 diabetes treatment, these innovative therapies have now firmly established themselves as powerful tools for obesity management. Major clinical trials have underscored their efficacy, with Semaglutide demonstrating…

Collagen, a cornerstone of the supplement industry for decades, is undergoing a significant evolution. While long recognized for its foundational role in skin elasticity and joint health, the market is now witnessing a deeper dive into its potential as a key ingredient for overall healthspan and longevity. Despite its mature status, characterized by broad consumer…

Billed as a pioneering product in the burgeoning wellness sector, a new dietary supplement derived from a key component of the traditional Amazonian brew ayahuasca has officially entered the market. The product, named Happy Caapi, is formulated from a botanical constituent of ayahuasca, a psychoactive plant preparation traditionally used in shamanistic ceremonies, but without its…

The dietary supplement industry continues to grapple with the pervasive impact of tariffs, a topic that first gained significant traction at SupplySide Connect New Jersey in 2025 and remains a dominant concern well over a year later. This ongoing trade policy challenge, intertwined with escalating geopolitical tensions, is fundamentally altering global ingredient supply chains, influencing…

The landscape of women’s health supplements is undergoing a profound transformation, shifting from a fragmented market focused on isolated conditions to a more holistic and integrated approach. This evolution is fundamentally driven by a growing understanding of the complex, interconnected systems that govern a woman’s well-being across her entire lifespan. Gone are the days of…

The burgeoning popularity of berberine, a compound lauded in the dietary supplement industry and often dubbed "nature’s Ozempic" for its perceived metabolic benefits, is now facing significant headwinds as European regulatory bodies initiate rigorous safety assessments. Several European agencies have published or are in the process of establishing formal opinions regarding the safety of berberine…