New research links low folic acid levels to difficulty sleeping, suggesting supplementation may be beneficial to the prevention of insomnia, potentially via a direct impact on the body's circadian rhythm.
Reducing omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) intake and supplementing with omega-3 may improve neurocognition, a new study focusing on individuals with major depressive disorder (MDD) has concluded.
A new study notes that intakes of a Bifidobacterium breve CCFM1025 probiotic significantly increased scores of sleep quality in a cohort suffering from insomnia, when compared to a control group.
Overweight or obese women who received zinc supplementation for three months saw cognitive improvement, though they did not experience significant changes in body weight, according to research published in Nutrients.
A novel CBD infused protein bar could offer “an excellent means for the consumption of products enriched with antioxidants”, a new study has concluded.
Prenatal nutrition supplement should look beyond the importance of folic acid, as insufficiency in other micronutrients such as vitamin B12, is linked with a higher risk of gestational diabetes, a clinical researcher pointed at the Growth Asia Summit.
Mounting evidence shows that Pentadecanoic acid, or C15:0, an essential fatty acid, is as beneficial as anti-aging drug rapamycin, including sharing anti-inflammatory, anticancer, antifibrotic and antimicrobial activities, according to research published...
Administration of a multi-strain probiotic supplement offers promise for enhancing glycaemic control and overall health in individuals with Type 2 Diabetes, new research asserts.
Supplementing men with a combination of micronutrients and L-Carnitine shows promise in improving sperm motility and pregnancy outcomes, a new study concludes.
A functional food ingredient derived from natto has demonstrated its effects on preventing age spots, enhancing skin tone, and improving fine lines among other benefits, say Japanese researchers.
Supplementing with a Rhodiola crenulata extract prior to takeoff could help pilots maintain blood oxygen levels and combat cognitive impairment at 25,000 feet.
A range of dietary and supplement interventions—from caffeine to leucine to omega-3s—may help male mountain climbers improve exercise capacity, recovery and concentration as well as reduce loss of lean body mass, according to research published in Nutrients.
Nutritional supplementation could support developmental myelination, a critical process in learning and development, in growing infants and young children, according to a new industry funded study.
Flaxseed supplementation could benefit polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) sufferers, but was found to have no significant impact on sex hormones, a new meta-analysis reports.
New research involving cross-country skiers concludes eight weeks of probiotic supplementation combined with training may help to improve lipid metabolism and sports performance.
Probiotic BG01-4 improves specific symptoms of constipation and related GI dysfunction in people with self-reported functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGID), which affects a significant percentage of the global population, a new study concludes.
An industry funded study concludes the branded palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) ingredient ‘Levagen+’ is safe and effective in reducing the incidence and symptoms associated with upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs).
Daily supplementation with phytosterols is more effective at reducing cholesterol in individuals adhering to the Mediterranean diet, according to new research, emphasising the importance of inter-individual responses to supplementation.
Sports supplements containing Aronia melanocarpa and bee pollen may enhance nutritional value and antioxidant capacity for athletes, a new study finds.
A combination of caffeine, theacrine and methylliberine improved speed, accuracy, and cognitive abilities in video gamers. The study, published in Cureus, compared this combination to placebo and caffeine alone.
New research suggests the intake of the prebiotic dietary fibre oligofructose, alone or in combination with the the HMO 2’fucosyllactose, leads to substantial improvements in mood via microbiome modulation.
Susceptibility to common cold symptoms such as runny nose, sneezing, and sore throat, could be reduced by supplementing with probiotic LAB strain Lactobacillus paragasseri SBT2055 (LG2055), particularly in people with weakened immunity, a new study has...
Each plant source of insoluble fiber contains unique bioactives – from anthocyanins and catechins to lutein, quercetin, and resveratrol – and offer potential health benefits beyond those of the fiber itself, says a new review from scientists at the University...
A seven-ingredient supplement resulted in significant weight and fat mass losses for overweight and/or obese participants. The clinical trial also found improvements in molecular markers of liver health and metabolism.
A new study has observed a significant association between very high intakes of folic acid (FA) during pregnancy and shorter telomere lengths in children aged four.
Prebiotics may reduce the risk of allergic rhinitis (AR) by 66%, compared to no prebiotic consumption, says a new study based on data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES).
There is “no significant association” between calcium supplementation and increased risks of cardiovascular disease (CVD) events, says a new meta-analysis of 12 randomized controlled trials (RCTs).
Twelve weeks of supplementation with a combination hydrolyzed fish collagen and MSM may improve skin thickness and roughness, and reduce wrinkles, says a new study from Slovenia.
Chlorella supplementation in pregnant patients with low-grade inflammation can decrease the prevalence of constipation and the need to take laxatives, according to a small study which appeared in Food Science & Nutrition.
Educating policymakers on the purpose of sports and active nutrition to achieve positive legislative change is the main challenge for the industry, the vice-chair of ESSNA, the European Specialist Sports Nutrition Alliance, told the audience of NutraIngredients’...
A study in Korea posits that a higher dosage and long-term use of omega-3 could positively affect cardiovascular disease management, and potentially save on healthcare costs.
Increasing post-exercise protein intake may reduce the risk of blood sugar drops in type 1 diabetics following moderate-intensity training, a new study has concluded.
Intakes of an oral nutritional supplement (ONS) in older nursing home residents at-risk of malnutrition may significantly improve nutritional status and physical performance, says a new study.
A combination of nine herbal ingredients may increase speed of cognitive task performance, according to a new clinical trial funded by Pukka Herbs Ltd.
A new study has found that following a two-week administration period of CurraNZ, an anthocyanin-rich New Zealand blackcurrant extract (NCBC) supplement in healthy males, the levels of fat oxidation during supine rest was significantly increased.
An artificial intelligence (AI) model has been developed to identify new active ingredients in botanicals that could be used to develop new types of health functional foods (HFF) in South Korea.
Abdominal obesity, specifically visceral adipose tissue, may play a critical role in vitamin D homeostasis, according to a study published in Nutrients.
Combined use of probiotics and vitamin D3 benefits Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) athletes by altering the diversity and composition of gut microbiota, improving intestinal permeability, and increasing exercise endurance, a new clinical trial has concluded....
Supplementation with a proprietary ashwagandha root extract may significantly reduce symptoms of fatigue, compared to the placebo group, for overweight or mildly obese men and women, says a new study.
A new study reports higher-dose vitamin D supplementation in pregnancy, and higher 25-hydroxy-vitamin D (25(OH)D) concentrations in young children, may have positive associations with neurodevelopmental outcomes.
A pharmacokinetics study published in the Journal of Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Analysis provides a closer look at how potent phenolic compounds in a standardized pomegranate extract are metabolized by gut microbiota to confer health benefits.
Chronic supplementation with polyphenol-rich food, such as dark chocolate, can help mitigate damage to gut permeability and microbiome diversity caused by intense, sustained exercise, according to Italian research.
Early detection of micronutrient deficiencies could significantly improve the clinical prognosis for patients with neurodegenerative diseases, using therapeutic intervention to replenish or enhance plasma levels, according to researchers.
After two very good years of growth, sales of children’s supplement have declined over the past 12 months, but another wave of growth could be just around the corner.
The supplementation of curcumin encapsulated within fenugreek mucilage has shown to improve cognitive and locomotive function of patients suffering from mild dementia, according to a six-month-long RCT conducted in India.