February 1st, 2021
Fast facts and tips on how to nail your supplement’s flavoring system. Let’s go. For marketers working with product developers at flavor houses or contract manufacturers. A flavoring system is essentially a three-legged stool consisting of flavor, acid and sweetener. When one leg is short, the whole stool is unbalanced. The “art” in flavoring is […]
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January 27th, 2021
goFAT® Olive Oil Fat Powder is 50% extra virgin olive oil on prebiotic acacia. This is the new era of good fats; an unrefined, nutrient-rich fat powder. The olive oil from Boundary Bend, makers of Cobram Estate®, has won the world’s best olive oil 7 years in a row. It is fully preserved in nutritional […]
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January 26th, 2021
From anti-stress to pro-mood Plus, add a little energy and focus! We can make stress products not only anti-stress but also pro-energy, mood and focus. While we typically think of stress as “bad”, the reality is that some stress can be positive (e.g. resistance training, HIIT, athletic competition, etc.), as well as necessary. Exposure to […]
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September 15th, 2020
Pre-workout supplements are often times flagship products for companies in the sports nutrition world. Within the pre-workout category we see companies coming out with stimulant and non-stimulant options for consumers. Each option will have its own list of pros and cons and reasons for use. Our series, CSI Tasting Room, aims to look at different formulas […]
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September 15th, 2020
Keto is one of the hottest trends in the health, fitness, and nutrition world right now. Whether you’re an athlete trying to optimize your performance or just someone trying to lose some weight and improve your health markers, the Keto Diet can be beneficial. Our series, CSI Tasting Room, aims to look at different formulas and […]
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September 15th, 2020
Nutrition bars, low-carb diets, and ways to make healthier foods better tasting…these things are all aspects of sports nutrition that have been around for a long time and aren’t going anywhere. Our series, CSI Tasting Room, aims to look at different formulas and products and dive deeper. We examine what makes a product innovative, what products will […]
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September 15th, 2020
Nootropics are currently one of the hottest categories in the sports nutrition world. Whether you’re training, gaming, studying, or working, nootropics can benefit a wide range of consumers with enhanced energy, mood, and focus. Our series, CSI Tasting Room, aims to look at different formulas and products and dive deeper. We examine what makes a product innovative, […]
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September 10th, 2020
Two categories of products that are currently gaining popularity in the sports nutrition world are RTD energy drinks and nootropics. The convenience of energy drinks is being improved with low/no calorie options and some delicious and innovative flavors. More people are also turning to nootropics, not only for enhanced focus during workouts, but also while […]
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September 9th, 2020
Now that consumers are becoming more aware of what goes into their bodies, brands are creating healthier alternatives to the typical snacks and sweet treats we are all used to. Our series, CSI Tasting Room, aims to look at different formulas and products and dive deeper. We examine what makes a product innovative, what products […]
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September 1st, 2020
Attention formulators! Keto is as relevant as ever. It’s one of the top diets in the world, and intermittent fasting is Google searched at a white-hot pace. The “real” question is “How to do keto?” The low-carb movement will likely last years or decades. You can also directly target the keto market, but that will […]
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July 21st, 2020
There is always space for a great pre-workout. Innovation in this category is one of the most dynamic in all of dietary supplements. Is the consumer hardcore and a “stim junkie,” or more active lifestyle? Read on for insider tips on how to formulate a pre-workout and how to differentiate with new ingredients at effective […]
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April 20th, 2020
This post is for anyone trying to choose their ideal contract manufacturer. If you’ve determined your 5 Ps and target market and found a void in the marketplace that you can uniquely fill, you are well on your way. Now it’s time to carefully find and vet the right contract manufacturer with the right equipment, […]
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April 8th, 2020
It’s no secret that gut health is linked to many other systems in the human body. In fact, over the past decade or so, this has been brought to light to the masses. Now, many people are finding that gut health and immunity go hand-in-hand. We’re bringing you a round-up of articles that show that […]
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March 11th, 2020
Dynamine™’s (methylliberine) safety profile and regulatory compliance — combined with its sensory experience — are unmatched in the energy, mood and focus categories and has many potential applications such as: Energy drinks Pre-workouts Gaming formulas Nootropics Fat-burners Dynamine™ – New Research CSI and a university research partner have concluded a landmark clinical study demonstrating the […]
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February 20th, 2020
Eight weeks fly by when you’re training for a half marathon… or that’s what Jenn, Kyle and Kelsey would agree on. Two months ago, CSI challenged 3 team members to train and give it their all for the Austin Half Marathon. And they did just that. Watch the video to see their progression. And then […]
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