Sports Nutrition

Sports nutrition products are used by individuals of all athletic levels to improve their performance in sports and help maintain overall health. Sports nutrition once was defined as the discipline of nutrition or supplementation to promote human performance, recovery or body composition. That definition has now expanded to include product categories, such as nutritional supplements, beverages and bars. These products are used by individuals of all athletic levels to improve their overall health and sports performances.

This global sports nutrition market is estimated at $27-32 billion and projected to grow between 3-5 percent over the next four years, driven by the U.S. and EU markets. Soy protein is a critical ingredient in sports nutrition products because it is a widely available, complete, high-quality protein. Optimizing the blend of proteins in overall food intake is key to achieving the maximum benefits of your exercise plan and supporting overall health.
Building Muscle Mass

Soy protein plays a critical role in building muscle mass.

Promoting Muscle Recovery

Amino acids and antioxidants help promote post-exercise muscle recovery. Soy protein provides amino acids and antioxidants.

Protein Diversification Is Optimal for Athletes of All Levels

While soy protein is important for promoting endurance and strength in recreational athletes, optimal protein blends and amounts vary by activity level and fitness goals.

Know the Truth About Increased Soy Intake

Debunking myths about increased soy intake by athletes.

How Solae Can Help
Solae offers soy ingredient solutions, backed by technical, marketing and nutrition support, to help food manufacturers capitalize on the sports nutrition product opportunities. Find out how we can help your business!

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Did You Know?

Compared to meat and dairy proteins, soy protein can reduce costs and provide greater price and supply stability.

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The Power of Sports Nutrition

Soy protein supports muscle development and helps promote increased strength during exercise training.

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