
Frozen foods can help reduce waste and therefore cost for many consumers. As a result, innovation in the frozen aisle centers on meeting growing consumer demand for flexible, convenient meal options that don't compromise nutrition or quality
Sebastian Krawiec is Editor at Nutritional Outlook.

Frozen foods can help reduce waste and therefore cost for many consumers. As a result, innovation in the frozen aisle centers on meeting growing consumer demand for flexible, convenient meal options that don't compromise nutrition or quality

Creatine continues to see double digit growth as more consumers discover and take creatine. Predominantly used in pre-workout for sports nutrition, creatine is also seeing new life as an ingredient that supports cognitive health, further contributing to its growth.

Nutritional Outlook interviews Scott Dicker, senior director of market insights at SPINS to discuss the 2026 Ingredients to Watch. Dicker unpacks sales trends in the nutraceutical space and what they mean for product formulators and marketers. This is Part 2 of a two-part conversation in which Dicker discusses what is driving sales growth of ashwagandha, colostrum, as well as sea moss.

Nutritional Outlook interviews Scott Dicker, senior director of market insights at SPINS to discuss the 2026 Ingredients to Watch. Dicker unpacks sales trends in the nutraceutical space and what they mean for product formulators and marketers. This is Part 1 of a two-part conversation in which Dicker discusses what is driving sales growth of creatine and protein.

A growing number of innovative nutraceutical solutions are coming to market that help users deal with everyday stressors to improve sleep and quality of life.

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Nutritional Outlook interviews Scott Dicker, senior director of market insights at SPINS to discuss the 2026 Ingredients to Watch. Dicker unpacks sales trends in the nutraceutical space and what they mean for product formulators and marketers. This year's Ingredients to Watch include ashwagandha, colostrum, creatine, and protein.

Nutritional Outlook, in collaboration with market research firm SPINS, provides a deep dive into 2026's top trending ingredients in the nutraceutical space. This year's Ingredients to Watch focuses on ashwagandha, colostrum, creatine, and protein, with expert insights and detailed sales data.

The legislation would require supplement companies to registry product information that would be then made public on an online database. Advocates argue that a mandatory product registry would offer greater transparency and allow regulators to be more effective in their enforcement.

HHS has released the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025-2030, which emphasizes the role of nutrient-dense foods as a foundation for health and a new food pyramid that provides recommendations for intake of protein, whole grains, fruits, and vegetables.

Sami-Sabinsa celebrates the opening its new Hassan Unit-2 manufacturing facility, which is NSF cGMP certified and utilizes state of the art sustainability features. The facility is part of the company's stategy to expand its existing ingredient portfolio while also focusing on innovative new products.

The panel emphasized the need for adopting industry-wide root-only extraction of ashwagandha.

Artemis International led an impactful and collaborative investigation into elderberry adulteration in the market.

Jim Emme, chair of the NPA's Board of Directors, explains how the group's effective advocacy and engagement with legislators is shaping supplement policy.

Joshua Baisley, senior vice president of clinical operations at SGS NutraSource, shares more on how the company develops the standards behind its many certifications.

The recent expansion of Artemis International's ingredient portfolio is an example of meeting customer needs while providing comprehensive solutions.

Jim Emme shares how NOW Foods' supplement testing program highlights quality control and authenticity for products online, and the tangible changes that have come as a result.

Joshua Baisley, senior vice president of clinical operations at SGS NutraSource, explains how the company works with clients to develop clinical research that fits their needs.

Melanie Bush, vice president of science and research at Artemis International, highlights research milestones and shares how the company prioritizes its research investments.

Jim Emme shares how ambitious goals, clear operating tenets, and values-driven culture helped NOW Health Group grow into a global supplements leader.

Joshua Baisley, senior vice president of clinical operations at SGS NutraSource, explains the company's origins and how it has grown into what it is today.

The 2025 winner of the Best of the Industry Award for Industry supplier, Artemis International continues to be an industry leader in science-driven nutraceutical ingredients.

There's a wide toolkit of micronutrients, minerals, biotics, and herbs that can offer proactive immune support for children if they're delivered in the right package.

Jim Emme, CEO of NOW Health Group and and chairman for the NPA, outlines how lessons in food safety, supply chain volatility, and corporate restructuring shaped his approach to quality, people management, and long-term stability in the supplements space.

Specialty diets and nutritional supplements may help women physiologically prepare to pregnancy by improving the conditions for conception.

Nutritional Outlook's 2025 Best of the Industry Service Provider, SGS Nutrasource, has been at the forefront of clinical validation and certifications, helping to build credibility and trust in the nutraceutical industry.

Nutritional Outlook's 2025 Best of the Industry—Industry Leader, Jim Emme, CEO of NOW Health Group and Chair of the Natural Products Association’s Board of Directors, is an influential voice that helps call attention to bad actors and engages with our country’s leaders, all while leading a successful and respected dietary supplement brand.

Every year, Nutritional Outlook chooses its Best of the Industry Award winners, recognizing individuals, groups, and companies whose initiatives today may help shape, for the better, the state of the dietary supplement and food and beverage industries for years to come.

Longevity is an evolving category that has gone from a focus on beauty-from-within, joint health, and cognitive health to targeting hallmarks of aging that may help lower one's biological age.

Nutritional Outlook interviews Sonia Hartunian-Sowa, Head of Translational Science and Advocacy and Paulo Santos, Associate Director, Dietary Supplements North America, of dsm-firmenich about its interactive installation, The Longevity Shift, and healthy aging solutions that address some of the hallmarks of aging.

Nutritional Outlook interviews Balchem's senior marketing and business development manager about epigenetics and the role of nutrition in supporting aging.