Bergstrom, Glanbia Launching Sports Recovery Prototype at SupplySide West

VANCOUVER, Wash.Bergstrom Nutrition and Glanbia Nutritionals will feature a prototype of an exercise recovery and joint support protein powder at SupplySide West, Nov. 7 and 8 in Las Vegas. The prototype, featuring OptiMSM® and a new bioactive called PepForm® BCAA 2:1:1 Peptides, will be distributed at Bergstrom's booth, #19017, and Glanbia's booth, #20055,

"We want to return consumers to their active lifestyles faster, by speeding up recovery and abating muscle soreness. While the advantages of physical activity are clear, OptiMSM can support joint, muscle and overall health if any discomfort results," said Tim Hammond, director of sales and strategic relations for Bergstrom Nutrition. "We thank the innovative team at Glanbia for their invaluable assistance in the development of this functional protein powder."

Rod Benjamin, director of technical development for Bergstrom Nutrition, commented: "Research is indicating a trend toward reduction in muscle soreness, significant increase in Trolox Equivalent Antioxidant Capacity (TEAC), increased plasma antioxidant capacity and subsequent decrease in muscle damage when supplementing with MSM. These benefits combined with Glanbias PepFormwhich offers shortened recovery time and improved delivery and utilization of amino acidsprovided us with a perfect vehicle to highlight OptiMSMs effect on exercise recovery."