20 Dec 2019 --- The nutrition industry has had a busy year, packed with innovation from every corner of the space. The hype surrounding cannabidiol (CBD) came to the fore following the softening of regulations around the world. Other superstar ingredients such as ashwagandha also enjoyed a ballooning popularity, as consumer appetite for functional botanical ingredients rises. In technological advancements, personalized nutrition has been making waves as new innovations allow consumer needs to be tracked and addressed as never before. Formulators are now more keen to ensure that people of all ages are being catered to, with infant nutrition continuing to grow in prominence, alongside healthy aging for senior consumers. Finally, the mainstreaming of sports nutrition means that everyone in between these age groups is also maximizing their active capacities. NutritionInsight takes a closer look at the key themes most heavily spotlighted across 2019.
