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Nutrition Formulation Lab
From Nutrition Concept to Commercial Formula
We develop modern nutrition products across protein, fiber, hydration and metabolic nutrition, balancing nutrition targets with taste, texture, serving size and manufacturing feasibility.
Development Philosophy
A Commercial Formula Has to Work Beyond the Nutrition Panel
A successful nutrition product must satisfy multiple requirements simultaneously. Nutrition targets alone are not enough.
Development Process
Development Process
A structured development pathway from initial concept through to commercial production.
Protein
Protein Systems
Protein system selection is driven by nutrition targets, taste profile, texture requirements and cost parameters.
Whey Protein Isolate
High protein density with clean flavor profile. Suitable for high-protein targets where serving size efficiency is a priority.
Whey Blends
Combinations of whey isolate and concentrate to balance protein density, cost and texture. Commonly used in mainstream protein nutrition.
Pea Protein
Plant-based protein with good amino acid profile. Texture and flavor require careful formulation to achieve acceptable sensory performance.
Plant Protein Blends
Multi-source plant protein systems combining pea, rice, hemp or other plant proteins to improve amino acid profile and sensory characteristics.
Custom Protein Systems
Protein systems designed around specific nutrition targets, taste profiles or market positioning requirements. Ingredient selection confirmed during project development.
Fiber
Fiber Systems
Fiber system selection depends on the fiber target, solubility requirements, texture profile and flavor compatibility.
Acacia Fiber
Soluble fiber with low viscosity and neutral flavor. Well-suited to high-fiber formulas where texture and mixability are priorities.
PHGG
Partially hydrolyzed guar gum. Soluble, low viscosity and well-tolerated. Used in fiber nutrition and gut health product development.
Resistant Dextrin
Soluble dietary fiber with low viscosity and clean flavor. Suitable for high-fiber targets in powder and beverage formats.
Inulin
Prebiotic fiber from chicory root. Mild sweet flavor and moderate solubility. Used in prebiotic nutrition and gut health formulas.
Psyllium
High-fiber ingredient with significant viscosity development. Requires careful formulation to manage texture and serving size.
Multi-Fiber Systems
Combinations of two or more fiber ingredients to achieve fiber targets while managing viscosity, texture and serving size constraints.
Protein + Fiber
Protein + Fiber Formulation
The challenge is not simply achieving the numbers. The formula must also balance powder volume, viscosity, mouthfeel, flavor and mixability. Increasing both protein and fiber increases serving size and affects texture — development must find the right balance for the target consumer experience.
EXAMPLE DEVELOPMENT TARGET ONLY
Viscosity
Viscosity Development
Fiber ingredients affect viscosity over time after mixing. Development evaluates how the formula behaves from initial mixing through to consumption.
Viscosity development varies by fiber system, concentration and water volume. No results shown here represent actual test data.
Initial dispersion of the powder in water.
Immediately after mixing — initial texture and appearance.
Early viscosity development — how the texture changes in the first few minutes.
Mid-point evaluation — viscosity, settling and mouthfeel.
Extended evaluation — final texture, settling and consumer experience.
Flavor
Flavor Development
Flavor is developed in combination with the actual protein and fiber system — not independently. The ingredient system affects how flavor performs.
Flavor development is an iterative process. The protein and fiber systems affect flavor carry, sweetness perception and aftertaste. Flavor profiles are developed and adjusted in the context of the actual formula.
Sweetener
Sweetener Systems
Sweetener selection depends on taste profile, market positioning, formula compatibility and cost.
There is no universal best sweetener system. Selection is confirmed during formula development based on the specific product requirements.
Stevia
Natural high-intensity sweetener. Aftertaste management is a key formulation consideration, particularly at higher use levels.
Monk Fruit
Natural high-intensity sweetener with clean taste profile. Cost is higher than stevia; often used in premium positioning.
Stevia + Monk Fruit
Combination system that can improve taste profile compared to either ingredient alone. Common in clean-label nutrition products.
Sucralose-Based
High-intensity sweetener with broad formula compatibility. Widely used in mainstream nutrition products.
Custom
Sweetener system developed around specific taste, positioning or regulatory requirements. Confirmed during project development.
Serving Size
Nutrition Density vs Serving Size
Increasing protein, fiber and functional ingredients increases powder volume. Development must balance multiple competing requirements.
Nutrition Target
The protein, fiber and functional ingredient targets drive the minimum ingredient quantities required.
Serving Size
Higher ingredient quantities increase serving size. Large serving sizes affect consumer experience and packaging requirements.
Water Volume
Serving size and water volume interact. High-fiber formulas may require more water to achieve acceptable texture.
Texture
Ingredient concentration affects texture. High-density formulas can become thick or gritty if not carefully balanced.
Consumer Experience
The final product must be convenient and enjoyable to consume. Serving size, texture and flavor all contribute to the consumer experience.
Prototype
Prototype Development
EXAMPLE DEVELOPMENT WORKFLOW — Actual prototype scope is confirmed per project.
Prototype development is an iterative process. The number of prototypes and evaluation rounds depends on the complexity of the formula and the feedback from sensory review.
Scale-Up
Scale-Up
A formula that performs at bench scale may require adjustments for commercial manufacturing.
Scale-up from bench to commercial production introduces new variables. Process parameters, equipment characteristics and ingredient variability at commercial scale can affect the formula performance.
Scale-up considerations
Platforms
Product Platforms
Formulation development is available across all product platforms.
Protein + Fiber
Daily Fiber
Prebiotic Fiber
Hydration
Protein Coffee
Plant Protein + Fiber
Nutrient-Dense Nutrition
Custom Metabolic Nutrition
Quality
Formulation + Quality
The approved formula becomes the basis for the product specification. The specification defines the testing requirements, acceptance criteria and batch release standards.
Develop a Custom Formula
Start with a product brief and work through the development process to a commercial formula.
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