Two cyclists speed down a highway after using sports nutrition supplements for optimal performance.Two cyclists speed down a highway after using sports nutrition supplements for optimal performance.

Explore novel ingredients for sports nutrition supplementation in this webinar

Presenter: Sarah Gonçalves, Technical Business Development Manager
Moderator: Silvi Siddhu, Director of Nutraceuticals

There are numerous formulation and application opportunities in the sports nutrition category, including:

  • Recovery strategies
  • Cardio endurance
  • Maximizing energy availability
  • Strengthening mind-to-muscle connection
  • Utilizing the gut-muscle axis for optimal performance

Our sports nutrition webinar is now available on demand

 

Our Univar Solutions nutraceutical ingredient specialists share the latest innovations in sports nutrition, from proteins and water-soluble ingredients to non-stimulating alternatives, bio-accessible minerals, botanicals with clinical support, and more.

The development process for sports nutrition and other nutraceutical formulations takes creativity with new and existing ingredients, swift innovations, and standing out to provide a first-mover advantage for the health benefits that consumers are seeking.

This webinar delivers valuable insights and actionable strategies to elevate, optimize, and accelerate performance across sports nutrition supplementation.

Our Univar Solutions nutraceutical ingredient specialists discuss the latest innovations in sports nutrition, from proteins and water-soluble ingredients to non-stimulating alternatives, bio-accessible minerals, botanicals with clinical support, and more.

Formulating for health and sports performance nutrition

According to Euromonitor International, sports nutrition remains the fastest-growing global consumer health category, experiencing consecutive double-digit growth over the last three years.

Producers will have limitless opportunities to meet the growing demand with new and innovative products in the sports nutrition segment, ranging from post-workout muscle recovery to solutions that enhance and improve athletic performance.

Functions vary widely by product and format, but prominent sports nutrition benefits include:

  • Increased energy
  • Improved endurance
  • Muscle building and recovery
  • Microbiome health
  • Weight management
A woman in winterwear and a snow cap holds up a sports nutrition supplement to boost her athletic performance while hiking in the mountains.A woman in winterwear and a snow cap holds up a sports nutrition supplement to boost her athletic performance while hiking in the mountains.
 A young woman in workout clothes enjoys a smoothie just before doing a workout in her living room. A young woman in workout clothes enjoys a smoothie just before doing a workout in her living room.

Market expansion beyond athletes

From adolescents to seniors, consumers seek effective health and wellness ingredients to improve their physical and cognitive health. Evidence demonstrates that good nutrition accompanied by exercise is vital in reducing disease factors associated with aging and improving quality of life, particularly in more advanced stages later in life.

Health-conscious consumers recognize this and are investing in sports nutrition and supplements that provide long-term health and wellness benefits.

Want to gain even more industry insights? Discover the latest sports nutrition information and updates regarding formulation and ingredients directly from our top nutraceutical specialists.

References:

Euromonitor International, The Changing Landscape for Sports Nutrition Retailing in Western Europe https://www.euromonitor.com/article/the-changing-landscape-for-sports-nutrition-retailing-in-western-europe

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