The annual summit draws professionals from across the sports and active nutrition sectors, fostering connections between cutting-edge science, business strategy, and regulatory developments.
The 3-day event aims to generate conversation around the future of sports and athletic health formulation. Visitors can access expert presentations and panel discussions and networking opportunities, with invaluable insights into the evolving landscape of sports and active nutrition.
As one of the event’s sponsors, Stratum's presence offers health and nutrition formulators a unique opportunity to connect, engage, and learn more about the benefits of Bimuno GOS, with a specific focus on its potential in athletic health applications.
As the exclusive distributor of Clasado's Bimuno GOS prebiotic ingredient in the US and Canada, Stratum plays a pivotal role in supporting next-generation gut microbiome-focused product development.
Manufacturers using Bimuno GOS in the US market may choose to use self-substantiated structure and function claims based on the ingredients scientific research portfolio.
In addition, the ingredient has been granted approval from Health Canada for use in Natural Health Products (NHPs), alongside obtaining 10 health claims that can be featured on products containing Bimuno GOS in the Canadian market.
Dr Frederic Narbel, Vice President of Sales B2B at Clasado, said: "Sports nutrition is one of several exciting areas for prebiotic development in 2024, and we are delighted to see Stratum Nutrition showcasing Bimuno GOS to attendees at this year’s Sports & Active Nutrition Summit USA."
"The event is highly focused on the intersection between science and industry and provides a platform for health market formulators to gain deeper insights into the transformative potential of prebiotics, particularly in the realm of athletic health."
“For example, a recently published study in the European Journal of Sport Science, conducted by a research team led by Dr Neil Williams of Nottingham Trent University, sheds light on how Bimuno GOS could support immune and gastrointestinal health for athletes. Formulators looking to learn more can connect directly with the Stratum team at SANS."
Chris Haynes, Senior Director of Global Sales at Stratum Nutrition, added: “The gut microbiome is a vital area of focus in formulating next-gen sports nutrition products, so there’s never been a better time to explore the advantages of Bimuno GOS in athletic health."
"We’re proud to be working with this multi award-winning prebiotic ingredient, that is backed by clinical evidence and can help our customers differentiate their sports health product formulations in the market.”
The summit covers various topics, including the evolving sports nutrition market, regulatory landscape, industry trends, disruptive technologies, the gut microbiome and innovative functional ingredients.
Attendees are encouraged to visit Stratum Nutrition's booth to explore the latest advancements in prebiotics and discuss how Bimuno GOS can contribute to the formulation of cutting-edge sports nutrition products.