Stratum Nutrition® is proud to announce that Bimuno® GOS, developed by Clasado Biosciences and distributed by Stratum in North America, has been selected as the 2025 NutraIngredients-USA Sports Nutrition Ingredient of the Year winner. This recognition underscores the increasingly pivotal role of the gut microbiome in athletic performance and recovery, especially as consumer and scientific attention turn toward evidence-based strategies that support immune resilience and gastrointestinal comfort in active populations.

The award reflects a growing body of clinical evidence, including peer-reviewed studies showing Bimuno’s ability to reduce the duration of upper respiratory symptoms and ease gastrointestinal discomfort in elite athletes. Research published in the European Journal of Sport Science found a 24% reduction in upper respiratory symptom duration among rugby players, while further investigation with soccer players indicated enhanced gut barrier integrity and reduced GI stress during high-intensity exertion—key concerns for athletic endurance and availability.

With its low effective dose of just 1.37g and ease of formulation into compact delivery formats such as protein powders, synbiotics, and functional beverages, Bimuno GOS meets the needs of today’s sports nutrition market. As gut health becomes a foundational pillar in athletic wellness, Stratum Nutrition remains committed to delivering scientifically substantiated ingredients that help formulators develop targeted, high-performance solutions for active consumers.