30 CHEMICALS KNOWLEDGE HUB Issue 1 / July 2025 We’re currently witnessing a global boom in the ‘metabolic health’ area where consumer interest in glucose control and GLP-1 supplements has spiked. Over the past decade in particular, public interest in glucose regulation has moved beyond clinical settings and into broader conversations about everyday health, which has led many more supplement manufacturers developing glucose control products, allowing the market to grow to 160 million USD1. Meanwhile, interest in GLP-1 has seen a sharp rise—with mentions of GLP-1 increasing by 225% between 2023 and 20242. However, not all glucose control and GLP-1 products are created equally and are able to deliver the benefits consumers are looking for. But, thanks to significant investment in research and development, premium ingredient manufacturers have been able to bring to market clinically tested, innovative solutions that represent a valid solution. It’s certainly the case for collagen, where a specifically developed collagen peptides composition now allows consumers and supplement manufacturers to tap into this popular trend with recognizable, proven ingredients. Read on as we discuss the rise of glucose control supplements in this article and how advanced collagen peptide compositions are opening up a world of opportunities for natural and accessible glucose control. The rise in glucose control supplement space While blood sugar levels were once a concern primarily for people with diabetes, growing awareness of metabolic health has made glucose control a mainstream wellness priority3. In fact, 33% of global consumers stated in a recent survey that they wanted to improve their blood sugar levels with supplements4. Blood glucose levels, which can rise significantly after meals, if not properly managed, are a common risk factor for long-term health conditions like diabetes. But, they can also affect how ‘otherwise healthy’ people feel day-to-day, including their mood, hunger, and even sleep quality due to energy dips5. These post-meal spikes, often followed by crashes, are now frequently described as the “glucose rollercoaster”, a pattern that can leave individuals feeling fatigued and craving more sugar, creating an often endless cycle of imbalance and poor health6. However, this rollercoaster isn’t limited to those with health conditions. Research has shown that even healthy individuals can experience significant blood sugar spikes after eating typical meals, with one study revealing that up to 80% of healthy individuals in the study experienced an excessive glucose spike after a standard meal of cornflakes and milk7. These findings are significant as while these spikes are often temporary, they can contribute to long-term metabolic stress if they occur regularly, with further research showing that prolonged or ROUSSELOT
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