Cardiovascular health

Nitraria retusa extract demonstrates promise in lowering serum lipid levels

22-Aug-2023 By Olivia Haslam

A new study has highlighted the potential of Nitraria retusa extract (NRE) in effectively reducing serum lipid levels in obese participants without causing significant side effects.

Healthy ageing: Is the microbiome the conductor?

21-Aug-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

With the gut microbiome holding the key to almost every aspect of our health, from digestion and immunity, to hormonal balance and skin health, it should perhaps come as no surprise that healthy ageing may well start with the promotion of beneficial gut...

Understanding individual blood-sugar responses “crucial” for control, researchers stress

15-Aug-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new prospective intervention study concludes that understanding personal glycemic responses to meals and adopting a meal-based approach when planning diets is crucial to improving glycemic control.

Black garlic may lower cholesterol, protect against cardiovascular disease

04-Aug-2023 By Asia Sherman

Consumption of black garlic may improve endothelial function and lipid profile in subjects with high cholesterol resulting in lower cardiovascular risks, according to a recent study.

"The future is here": AI tool develops scientifically-sound supplements at speed

03-Aug-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

A new AI powered tool has been developed to allow researchers to process insights into thousands of diseases, gene associations, and ingredient interactions, to develop efficacious nutraceutical solutions.

Lactobacillus sakei OK67 found to reduce visceral fat, but has no significant impact on body fat mass – study

01-Aug-2023 By Hui Ling Dang

The intake of Lactobacillus sakei OK67 is generally safe and has therapeutic potential for treating obesity by regulating visceral fat, say Korean researchers.

Combined vitamin C and glutathione supplement may enhance sporting performance

28-Jul-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new RCT reports that a supplement combining vitamin C with glutathione (GSH) improved markers of metabolic, cardiac, and oxidative health in middle-aged triathlon athletes, following sub-maximal exercise.

RCT supports probiotic’s cardiometabolic health potential

27-Jul-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Dietary supplementation with a specific Lacticaseibacillus paracasei probiotic strain may improve the function of the endothelium and overall heart health in people with metabolic syndrome (MetS), says a new study.

'An exciting discovery': Blackcurrant extract amplifies heart-health & metabolic benefits of exercise: RCT

26-Jul-2023 By Stephen Daniells

A high-potency New Zealand blackcurrant extract may amplify the heart-health benefits of exercise by boosting the blood pressure-lowering effects that occur in the recovery phase, says a new study from the UK.

COVID:19: L-carnitine supplement may have protective effect

26-Jul-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new RCT has found that the L-carnitine supplement Carnipure tartrate can increase platelet counts in patients testing positive for COVID-19, suggesting it may have a protective effect against thrombosis-induced complications.

PUFA protection: women’s heightened requirements through life stages

21-Jul-2023 By Olivia Brown

Women may have a heightened cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk due to an increased physiological need for long chain n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (LC n-3 PUFAs) at different stages of life.

Expert calls for the review of B-vitamin guidelines during pregnancy

18-Jul-2023 By Olivia Brown

An expert in human nutrition has called for a review of the guidelines for B-vitamin intakes during pregnancy, with significant evidence noting heightened requirements throughout and significant benefits to maternal and offspring health following prolonged...

Beneo introduces barley beta-glucans for heart health

13-Jul-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Beneo, the producer of functional fibre ingredients, has announced the launch of its first barley beta-glucans ingredient, Orafti β-Fit, for heart health.

Review: Hesperidin supplementation may support heart health

13-Jul-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new systematic review states that supplementation with hesperidin, a flavonoid commonly found in oranges, significantly reduced cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors including levels of serum triglyceride (TC), total cholesterol (TC), low-density...

China CBEC phenomenon: Tmall Global on overcoming supplements supply chain woes as products hit peak popularity

11-Jul-2023 By Tingmin Koe

Overseas supplements sold into China via cross-border e-commerce (CBEC) can get popular easily, but supply chain pain points are making it difficult for brands to replenish their goods in time, says the head of Tmall Global.

Polyphenol supplement shows “significant promise” across multiple conditions

10-Jul-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new review highlights the multiple health benefits exhibited following intakes of the anthocyanin malvidin, an anthocyanidin polyphenol present in red grape skin, ranging across cardioprotective, antidiabetic and neuroprotective effects.

Diabetic benefit: EPA found to reduce cardiovascular risk in patients – meta analysis

13-Jun-2023 By Si Ying Thian

Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) alone, and not combined with docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), reduced the risk of cardiovascular diseases in diabetic patients, according to a new Chinese study.

Grape seed and bilberry supplement may reduce blood pressure, study finds

12-Jun-2023 By Olivia Brown

Following the 12-week supplementation of grape seed and bilberry extract in those at risk of developing type 2 diabetes (T2D), readings for systolic and diastolic blood pressure reduced significantly, a new RCT has found.

Active Nutrition Summit: First speakers revealed!

12-Jun-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

As we come close to the Early Bird ticket deadline for NI's Active Nutrition Summit 2023, we reveal some of the first confirmed speakers to join the agenda, which is already packed with diverse and engaging content.

Nutraceuticals for inflammation: review urges more research to advance field

07-Jun-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new review has identified omega-3 fatty acids and red yeast rice to have the strongest potential for use within nutraceuticals to target inflammation, due to strong data obtained from multiple randomised controlled trials (RCTs).

Oxygen nanobubble drink found to enhance athletic performance, study suggests

05-Jun-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new study finds the consumption of an oxygen nanobubble beverage significantly improves the time-to-completion of maximal and submaximal exercises performed by male cyclists.

Cocoa and red berries may improve cardiovascular health in aging adults

30-May-2023 By Asia Sherman

Regular consumption of cocoa and red berries may prevent or postpone cardiovascular morbidity associated with aging by modulating intestinal microbiota, according to a team of Spanish researchers.

Lactiplantibacillus strain offers weight management potential

26-May-2023 By Stephen Daniells

A probiotic candidate isolated from Korean angelica may may significantly reduce body weight and improve blood lipid levels for lab mice fed a high-fat (Western-style), says a new study.

RCT suggests vitamin K benefits to arterial stiffness dependant on glucose levels

26-May-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new RCT highlights that following supplementation with vitamin K2 (MK-7) in patients with haemodialysis (HD), there were decreases in measures of arterial stiffness which were more pronounced in those with diabetes, compared to those receiving standard...

Top accolade goes to natural solution for lowering cholesterol levels

25-May-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Aquilea Colesterol, a supplement aiming to manage cholesterol levels before drug intervention becomes necessary, has won the NutraIngredients Europe Award for ‘Best Botanical Product 2023’.

Sports nutrition award winners developing Ayurvedic wisdom

25-May-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

The winners of NutraIngredients' ‘Ingredient of the Year: Sports Nutrition Award’ say the accolade empowers them to continue developing the Ayurvedic wisdom of Terminalia arjuna.

Monteloeder’s metabolism-stimulating innovation claims award

27-Apr-2023 By Olivia Brown

With a strong backing of nine published studies highlighting the efficacy of Monteloeder’s entry for the NutraIngredients awards 'weight management ingredient of the year' category, the team reflects on the importance of the win for exposure...

Grontvedt set to bring “new innovations to the market” with significant new hire

25-Apr-2023 By Olivia Brown

Norwegian marine oils producer, Grontvedt biotech, has made a significant new hire of Stig Jansson, former R&D manager at Nordic Naturals, for their chief innovation officer following plans to scale up their production.

Impaired vitamin B6 and folate status linked to low birth weights, study suggests

24-Apr-2023 By Olivia Brown

The new prospective cohort study finds that low vitamin B6 and impaired folate levels were associated with low birth weights (LBWs) in the south Indian pregnant women studied.

Vitamin D deficiency: study highlights “concerning reality” in pregnant women during Covid-19

20-Apr-2023 By Olivia Brown

The new retrospective study of Spanish pregnant women during the Covid-19 epidemic highlights significant vitamin D deficiencies (VDDs), resulting from the imposed strict lockdown in the region.

Review hails Akkermansia as “most promising next-gen probiotic”

19-Apr-2023 By Olivia Brown

The recent review spotlights the efficacy of Akkermansia muciniphila in reducing the risk and progression of metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes (T2D), suggesting its strong potential for use for targeted dietary interventions within probiotics.

Review concludes vitamin D may reduce mortality risk, blaming “substandard” studies for contradictions

18-Apr-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new systematic review and meta-analysis of available randomised controlled trials (RCTs) identifies a significant relationship between a lower risk of all-cause mortality (ACM) and vitamin D supplementation in higher quality studies, with no such association...

Review: ‘No concern about excess CVD risks associated with calcium supplements’

14-Apr-2023 By Asia Sherman

A recent review published in the journal Current Developments in Nutrition dispels concerns that have swirled around calcium supplementation and the increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD).

Calanus oil matches krill and fish oil for Omega-3 Index boosts: Study

30-Mar-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Calanus oil may be equally as effective at increasing the Omega-3 Index as fish oil and krill oil, says a new study that supports the copepod-derived oil as an alternative marine omega-3 source.

NMN and arterial stiffness: Individuals with above-average BMI or blood glucose could benefit – Japan DHC Corp study

30-Mar-2023 By Tingmin Koe

Individuals who have above-average body mass index or blood glucose levels have seen a reduction in arterial stiffness following 12 weeks of nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) supplementation.

Osavi’s omega-3 oils for achieving an optimum index

28-Mar-2023 By Olivia Brown

The UK-based health, nutrition and supplements company has released the ‘Norwegian cod liver oil’ and ‘Osavi daily omega’ products following the finding that “98% of adults fall below the optimum omega-3 index.”

Amino acid and antioxidant offer heart health benefits in post-menopausal women

27-Mar-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

A new industry-funded study involving healthy post-menopausal women suggests that the amino acid citrulline combined with the antioxidant glutathione can improve cardiac function in this population.

GC Rieber on future of omega-3: Fish and algae go hand-in-hand

24-Mar-2023 By Stephen Daniells

With a new algal-oil ingredient and a $75 million facility coming online, GC Rieber Vivomega sees a bright future for its premium omega-3 portfolio.

NutraCast: Beets by HumanN: Tapping into nitric oxide benefits

17-Mar-2023 By Danielle Masterson

From heart health to enhanced performance, HumanN’s CEO Joel Kocher is hailing nitric oxide and its ability to address a broad range of health needs by supporting blood flow in different ways.

Review points to whey proteins for glucose control, calling for long-term studies

09-Mar-2023 By Olivia Brown

Collated literature concludes that consuming whey protein could have beneficial effects on postprandial and glycaemic responses in the short-term, as well as on arterial wall integrity, suggesting their potential to prevent and treat type 2 diabetes (T2D)...

Sonomaceuticals upcycles Chardonnay pomace into health benefits

08-Mar-2023 By Asia Sherman

Two wine industry veterans are channeling research and leftover grape pomace into a superfood ingredient chocked full of bioactive compounds for gut and heart health.

Cochrane review: Vitamin D cannot reduce asthma risk

06-Mar-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

Contrary to previous findings, a new Cochrane review has concluded vitamin D supplementation does not reduce risk of asthma exacerbations or improve asthma control.

Novel coconut sap powder shows cardiovascular benefits: Study

03-Mar-2023 By Asia Sherman

Coconut sap powder – derived from the coconut palm tree – may boost cardiovascular health by lowering associated risk factors in middle-aged and older adults, according to a recent study.

Flavonoid intake inversely associated with high blood pressure, but not dose-responsive, according to cohort study

03-Mar-2023 By Olivia Brown

A large-scale prospective cohort study of a Korean population finds strong inverse associations between total flavonoid intake and risk of hypertension, which was more pronounced for flavonoid sub-classes, and in men with a high BMI.

Omega-3 firm makes $40m investment in 'next-level' molecular distillation technology

02-Mar-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

Marine lipid specialist Epax has undertaken a major facility upgrade and launched 'next-level' molecular distillation technology to improve its processing of highly concentrated Omega-3.

Stability of selenium supplement improves using orchid extract, study finds

01-Mar-2023 By Olivia Brown

A recent study observes that synthesising selenium nanoparticles (SeNPs) using Anoectochilus burmannicus extract (ABE) significantly improved stability in terms of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities, following freeze-drying and long-term storage.

Vitamin D deficiency increases risk of vein thrombosis, meta-analysis concludes

24-Feb-2023 By Olivia Haslam

A newly published meta-analysis of sixteen observational studies, including 47,648 individuals, concludes that Vitamin D deficiency may be linked to an increased risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE).

Both short and long sleep durations may increase metabolic syndrome risk, study concludes

21-Feb-2023 By Olivia Brown

Those reporting an average of nine hours of sleep a day, as well as those sleeping below seven hours, were observed to have greater metabolic syndrome severity scores (MSSS), highlighting the importance of incorporating sleep with diet and activity intervention...

Omega-3s against disease: review states need for RCTs to focus on primary prevention

20-Feb-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new review collating the highest level of research on n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids and chronic disease prevention establishes significant inconsistencies in the literature, resulting from an expectation of a “drug” like effect by the researchers...

Review explores Ginkgo biloba’s ‘undervalued’ cardiovascular potential

17-Feb-2023 By Will Chu

Researchers from the University of Lisbon say that evidence of the beneficial cardiovascular effects of Ginkgo biloba in healthy subjects has been overlooked. Their review, published in the journal Biology, details findings of the plant’s action on cardiac...