Protein

Lustriva is a new ingredient launched this past February for the healthy-aging market. It is a patented complex of bonded arginine silicate and magnesium biotinate that has been shown to increase hair growth, reduce facial wrinkles and fine lines, and improve skin texture.

The line includes Homecraft Prista P 101 pea flour, Vitessence Prista P 155 pea protein concentrate, and Vitessence Prista P 360 faba bean protein concentrate.

Today’s market is flush with various sports-nutrition supplements, including plant- and animal-based protein powders, tablets, capsules, tablets, and more.

With more consumers discovering what sports nutrition has to offer, they’re raising expectations for the category.

Ingredion Inc. opened a new manufacturing facilities in Vanscoy, Saskatchewan, increasing its production capabilities for plant-based proteins.

Arla Foods introduced a new protein bar concept with its Lacprodan SoftBar to be used with creamy peanut butter.

Grow Daily Boy 10+ from Nutritional Growth Solutions Ltd. contains 18 grams of whey protein, healthful lipids, complex carbohydrates, as well as zinc, calcium, iron, and vitamins A, D, and C.

Plant-based meat is growing rapidly, but with cultivated meat on the horizon, the meat aisle will get even more competitive.

The company will use the facility to meet demand for extruded protein products that are used in a variety of applications, including snacks and meat alternatives.

Nutrilac FO-7875 also delivers a creamier and smoother texture, even in low-fat recipes, and does not increase viscosity.

Recent study finds that low protein intake among diabetics is associated with a lower quality diet, and more physical functioning limitations.

The study found that FrieslandCampina’s Biotis SleepWell ingredient reduced cortisol levels and modulated the microbiome in favor of bacteria associated with better sleep and less stress.

The goal of the new partnership is to develop new hemp and pea varieties with higher protein content, differential starch content, and improved texture.

Vitessence Tex Crumbles 102 is a structured protein derived from peas that optimizes texture and firmness in these products.

ChickP protein is a 1:1 egg yolk replacer in mayonnaise, retaining the same flavor, appearance and functionality as egg while adding high protein content.

A panel at the Institute of Food Technologists’ FIRST virtual event weighed the pros, cons, and future of biomanufactured food ingredients.

Starting July 19, 2021, Long John Silver’s will offer two of Good Catch’s newest products: the Plant-Based Breaded Fish-Free Fillet, and the Plant-Based Breaded Crab-Free Cake.

Arla Foods is launching a whey protein hydrolysate with improved taste profile for medical supplements.

Plant protein suppliers are ramping up to meet the coming demand.

The pandemic changed the very complexion of how we “do” skincare.

NextFerm Industries has announced that it has successfully completed an industrial production pilot for ProteVin, a vegan, non-GMO, yeast-based protein alternative.

FrieslandCampina Ingredients launched Deminal 90 Organic, a new organic version of its demineralized whey ingredient for infant formula.

Bone health is a top priority for some consumers, but not all. The supplements industry would like to see that change.

Bunge has invested $45.7 million to help Australian Plant Proteins double the output of its plant protein isolates production by March 2022.

Research on ingredients to slow aged-related muscle loss

Qualitas Health, doing business as iwi, has partnered with Grupo Indukern (, and Gullspång Re:food VC to accelerate company growth through the development of innovative, algae-centered products, and increase its footprint in the plant-based products market.

Ingredion Inc. has added two new ingredients to its plant-based portfolio that are produced at the company’s new pea protein manufacturing facility in South Sioux City, NE: Vitessence Pulse 1853 pea protein isolate and Purity P 1002 pea starch.

Arla Foods Ingredients launched a new dry-blend protein ingredient designed to help infant formula manufacturers reduce production costs without compromising on safety and quality.

Paused for pandemic? Reflections and predictions on COVID-19 from sports nutrition suppliers

FrieslandCampina Ingredients is partnering with Cayuga Milk Ingredients for the production of its Refit milk proteins MPI 90 and MPC 85.