NovaQSpheres®: Revolutionizing Ingredient Delivery in Dietary Supplements

NovaQSpheres® is a new, ground-breaking delivery system for dietary supplements that offers a precision-controlled release of active ingredients, addressing the common issue of rapid absorption and short half-life in the body associated with many products on the market today.

This innovative system consists of meticulously crafted beadlets, each containing at least four layers of active ingredients encapsulated within a sphere-shaped membrane. Unlike traditional delivery methods that release a large single dose, NovaQSpheres® provides a customized, consistent, and gradual release of ingredients over an 8-12 hour period. This controlled release profile allows for more efficient absorption and utilization of the active compounds by the body.

NovaQSphere® Benefits

Enhanced Absorption

By controlling the release of ingredients, NovaQSpheres® allows for better absorption and utilization by the body. As the beadlet travels through the digestive system, each layer is systematically broken down, releasing precise amounts of the active ingredient into the bloodstream over time. This gradual release helps maintain optimal levels of the supplement in the body, maximizing its effectiveness and reducing waste.

Improved Efficacy & Stability

The sustained release profile maintains optimal levels of active compounds in the bloodstream, potentially leading to better results while the physical barrier provided by the beadlet structure enhances the stability of sensitive ingredients.

Better Compliance

With its extended-release profile, NovaQSpheres® can potentially reduce the frequency of dosing, improving user compliance.

Customizable

The release profile can be tailored to suit specific ingredients and desired outcomes. For instance, some formulations may require a more aggressive initial burst followed by a steady release, while others might benefit from a more gradual, consistent release throughout the day.

Synergistic Delivery

NovaQSpheres® takes ingredient performance to new heights by incorporating Specnova’s LipoVantage® Liposomal technology. Liposomes are known for their ability to enhance bioavailability by increasing permeability, solubility, and stability of ingredients within the body. When incorporated into NovaQSpheres®, liposomal ingredients are encapsulated within the beadlet structure, creating a unique dual-action delivery system. This combination merges the superior bioavailability and performance benefits of liposomes with the precision-controlled release of beadlets.

How NovaQSpheres® Works

The magic of NovaQSpheres® lies in its multi-layered structure, which is encapsulated within a sphere-shaped membrane composed of various polymers and cyclodextrins that control the release rate based on pH levels in the digestive tract. As the beadlet travels through the digestive system, each layer is systematically broken down, releasing precise amounts of the active ingredient into the bloodstream over time. This gradual release helps maintain optimal levels of the supplement in the body, maximizing its effectiveness and reducing waste.

NovaQSpheres® maximizes the effectiveness of the ingredient!

Creatine Monohydrate: A Case Study in Effectiveness

To demonstrate the effectiveness of NovaQSpheres®, Specnova conducted a study on creatine monohydrate, a popular sports nutrition supplement. While creatine is known for its near 100% bioavailability, its retention in the body varies among individuals due to limitations in the creatine transporter CRT1. In a simulated intestinal fluid study over 10 hours, NovaQSpheres® Creatine Monohydrate Beadlets demonstrated the following controlled release profile:

  • 52% release within the first hour
  • 85% release by hour 4
  • 95% release by hour 8

This gradual release pattern allows for higher cellular creatine concentrations and improved overall retention, addressing a long-standing challenge in creatine supplementation. This is the first major innovation in creatine retention in the last 30 years.

Applications & Customization

NovaQSpheres® technology is highly versatile and can be applied to a wide range of ingredients, including:

  • Vitamins and minerals

  • Amino acids

  • Herbal extracts

  • Peptides

The technology can be customized to suit specific release profiles and ingredient combinations, making it an ideal solution for brands looking to differentiate their products in a competitive market.