Nutritional Outlook Vol. 29, No. 1

Oxidative stress is a major contributor to cardiovascular disease. Nutraceutical solutions may help reduce oxidative stress to support cardiovascular health outcomes.

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

Common pitfalls and important precautions that will make dealing with recalls more manageable.

Interest and expansion in protein continues, as more consumers recognize its benefits and adopt high protein diets.

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.

Colostrum is gaining momentum in the market, with growth across multiple categories and increased distribution of this multifunctional ingredient.

Ashwagandha is finding its way into more products as research grows on the ingredient's health benefits, and formulators push the boundaries of alternative dosage formats.

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.

Expert insights on developing flavor trends driving consumer engagement.

How building clinical evidence through multiple exploratory studies to inform clinical trial designs reduce risk and help make more commercially viable products.