A recent paper published in BMJ Military Health contributes an international view of dietary supplement use in the military, comparing frequency, form and motivations for supplementation in the United States, France, United Kingdom and Slovenia.
Daily supplementation of 2′-Fucosyllactose (2′-FL) reduces body fat percentage and lessens the loss of fat-free mass in overweight individuals participating in a 12-week diet and exercise program.
New research finds that higher vitamin D supplementation and sufficient serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25-OHD) concentrations are associated with a reduced incidence of respiratory infections among children and adolescents.
The probiotic strain Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus LRa05 may reduce the severity of diarrhea in children by reshaping gut microbiota and enhancing immunity, according to a new study.
A new animal study published in Cell Metabolism shows that gut microbes modulate the rhythms of glucocorticoids, affecting sleep-wake cycles and stress responses.
Korean company Seoul Propolis is exploring novel uses of propolis, such as its effects on cognitive health, amid an ongoing trend where natural and functional foods are sought after.
Individual nutritional interventions significantly reduce low energy availability (LEA) in adolescent competitive cyclists, says a new study from scientists in Italy and the United States.
The supplementation of a whey-derived peptide has been shown to lower self-perceived levels of stress among middle-aged adults, according to a six-week study conducted by Kirin Holdings.
New research by Nordic Biotic has found that supplementation with Lacticaseibacillus paracasei LPC100 and Lactiplantibacillus plantarum LP140 could improve bone mineral density (BMD) and reduce vitamin D deficiency in postmenopausal women.
New research finds significant gaps in dietary knowledge among women when managing thyroid disorders, highlighting the need for targeted dietary education.
Probiotic strain Lactobacillus paragasseri OLL2716 can help improve gastric discomfort and mental health in healthy adults with gastric complaints, a Meiji-funded study revealed.
The supplementation of a Lactobacillus strain could lengthen sleep duration by about an hour in healthy adults under mild stress, say findings of a 28-day clinical trial that took place in China.
Supplementation with omega-3s may help maintain energy metabolism to preserve the function of key organs and inhibit pathological age-related changes, all of which may help delay the aging process, according to a new study from China.
Next-generation probiotics (NGPs), like Akkermansia muciniphila and Faecalibacterium prausnitzii, may allow for the development of individualized probiotic therapies that detoxify the body and counteract negative health effects of contaminants in the...
A sports drink enhanced with branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) may improve hydration, support potassium balance, reduce muscle damage and maintain lower limb strength during endurance exercise, says a new study.
Probiotic strain Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus HN001 has been linked with improvements in both happiness and stress scores among healthy adults, according to a New Zealand study.
Over 80 stakeholders from government, academia and industry gathered recently at the first Southern African Botanical Products Association (SABPA) symposium to discuss best practices to successfully bring compliant ingredients to the world market.
A new study showed that a combination of resveratrol and vitamin C increased the antioxidant capacity in postmenopausal women with insulin resistance by up to 33%.
High caffeine consumption at 6mg/kg body weight significantly enhances skeletal muscle reactivity at rest, but did not improve anaerobic performance, according to a randomised crossover trial.
Higher plasma levels of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids may reduce the risk of overall cancer by 1% and 2%, respectively, says a new analysis of data from the UK Biobank.
Vitamin D is an “effective adjunctive” for blood glucose management in people suffering from type II diabetes, says a new meta-analysis that looks at the results of 39 randomised controlled trials.
New research finds that krill oil supplementation can significantly enhance muscle fuel metabolism, increase protein synthesis and lower LDL cholesterol.
A study published in Scientific Reports compared the gut flora species composition and abundance in children who were early sleepers to that of late sleepers.
An analysis of data from the past two decades indicates that women are consuming increasingly fewer dietary carbohydrates and less vitamin A, vitamin C and iron. Calcium, vitamin K and magnesium intake has increased during this period.
Low-methoxy (LM) pectin supplementation at 15 g daily reduces inflammatory markers and scores for depression and anxiety in healthy volunteers, according to new research.
A new systematic review and meta-analysis published in the journal Nutrients confirms that antenatal and postnatal depression are associated with reduced serum 25-hydroxyvitamin (25[OH]D) levels.
A study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition reports that less than 60 ug/L of ferritin at 15 weeks pregnancy could predict an iron deficiency at 33 weeks.
A combination of Bifidobacterium longum and Pediococcus pentosaceus strains may reduce crying and fussing time compared to the most studied probiotic for infant colic, says a new study.
A snack bar made from cone mushroom shows promise in boosting brain health and memory during midlife, according to new research published in the journal Nutrients.
Researchers in Spain have found that a collagen supplement with low digestibility and high swelling capacity may offer positive weight management effects.
Co-supplementation with ergogenic aids quercetin and citrulline may not have additive benefits during timed trials in highly trained cyclists, but each individually improved maximal oxygen consumption (VO2), according to a recent study.
Dark chocolate reduced depression scores among menopausal women but had no significant effect on sleep quality and anthropometric indices, according to researchers.
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the nutraceuticals industry could become a ‘crucial’ component of innovation and regulatory compliance processes, but care must be taken regarding the information that is fed into the technology.
Women who included zinc in their diets had lower odds of having endometriosis, according to a study that examined thousands of consumption patterns among Americans.
A supplement made from Saccharomyces cerevisiae by-products from the brewing industry improves lipid metabolism and cholesterol profiles in overweight and obese individuals, according to a new study published in the journal Nutrients.
Preliminary in vitro experiments show that Indena’s Enovita, a sustainable standardized grapeseed extract (GSE), modulates key neurotransmitters involved in mood and cognition.
New research links maternal probiotic use to reduced breast milk inflammatory markers, improved infant gut health and enhanced brain response, however knowledge gaps on infant gut colonization remain.
A recent study by Chinese researchers has found that iron metabolism is linked to the onset of psoriasis, and that the intake of zinc and selenium could lower the risk of atopic dermatitis.
Fish oils rich in omega-11 (cetoleic acid) may significantly reduce cholesterol by 14%, according to a new study from the University of Bergen and Haukeland University Hospital in Norway.
Researchers from Italy reported that a regime of dietary supplements and prehabilitation before knee arthroplasty may preserve muscle function, accelerate recovery and enhance the overall quality of life in sarcopenic patients.
Researchers in Italy have preliminary evidence that a multi-strain probiotic balances the vaginal microbiota in women with asymptomatic bacterial vaginosis (BV).
New research finds connections between disrupted iron homeostasis and genetic risk of psoriasis and highlights the potential protective role of zinc and selenium in atopic dermatitis.
Proteins from algae, fungi and edible insects are as high-quality as animal proteins and demonstrate significant potential as a sustainable source of bioactive peptides, according to a new study.
