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A proprietary, low-dose valerian extract may increase sleep duration on the first day of use and reduce the time it takes to fall asleep, according to a new study.
Artificial sweeteners and dyes in dietary supplements may not be readily biodegraded, potentially introducing persistent compounds into the environment, according to an analysis by Italian healthcare company Aboca SpA.
The diet drinks industry is booming, but could links to gut damage threaten its success?
Suboptimal prenatal iodine intake may have implications for child neurodevelopment, evident as early as infancy.
Acute omega-3 and whey protein (WP) supplementation may reduce muscle soreness, inflammation and fatigue while supporting neuromuscular performance and recovery in female futsal players, according to new research.
Supplements formulated with the Bonolive olive leaf extract may improve symptoms, bone mineral density, triglycerides and triglyceride/HDL cholesterol ratio in postmenopausal women, says a new study.
Probiotic supplementation can significantly improve bone health, according to researchers in China.
Pasteurized Akkermansia muciniphila (pAKK) may reverse the metabolic disturbances in preeclampsia and offer a safer alternative to live bacteria, according to animal data.
Leaders in the sports nutrition field are paying tribute to the life and legacy of Professor Roger Harris, PhD, FISSN, whose “groundbreaking work on the beneficial effects of creatine and beta-alanine on athletic performance transformed the way athletes...
Daily supplementation with the TWK10 probiotic may enhance the performance benefits of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and improve measures of hip circumference, says a new study from Taiwan and Japan.
Experts emphasize the need for robust methodologies, precise research questions and tailored communication strategies to bridge the gap between science and consumer understanding.
Daily supplementation with yeast-derived beta-glucan may reduce markers of inflammation, reduce fatigue and headaches, and improve concentration and mood in people with pollen-allergy, says a new study.
Over half the world’s population does not consume enough folate, and inadequacy is more prevalent in women than in men, says a new study that “emphasizes the pressing need for countries to mandate fortification.”
Researchers have identified 176 plant-based complementary food fibers associated with predominantly positive effects on the infant microbiome during weaning.
Daily astaxanthin supplementation may reduce inflammation and markers of oxidative stress, says a new study in firefighters.
Daily supplementation with Mitopure urolithin A may improve muscle strength and endurance and decrease inflammatory response levels in young resistance-trained male athletes, says a new study.
People with higher omega-3 levels are significantly less likely to suffer or die from heart failure, according to findings published this week in Mayo Clinic Proceedings.
The data and analytics firm has forecast a notable shift in consumers’ mindsets next year from simply lengthening lifespans to trying to improving the quality of that longer life. What does this mean for the future of health and wellness?
A probiotic protein powder containing Weizmannia coagulans BC99 increases the 80% repetition maximum (RM) in bench press and squat in male college students, says a new study.
Glutamine supplementation in doses of more than 30mg/day for less than two weeks improves gut health by reducing gut permeability, according to systematic review and meta-analysis of RCTs conducted by researchers.
Obese individuals who took synbiotics for 12 weeks reduced body fat percentage and waist size and showed improvements in gut bacteria and hormones associated with obesity.
Acute consumption of a flavanol-rich cocoa drink may protect the body’s vasculature against stress even after eating high-fat food, says a new study from the University of Birmingham in the UK.
Low daily doses of a proprietary ashwagandha root and leaf extract may reduce anxiety by almost 60% and stress by over 65%, says a new study from India.
Probiotic strain Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus IDCC 3201 (RH 3201) can improve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C), according to RCT findings.
Daily supplementation with whey protein powder rich in milk fat globule membrane (MFGM), taurine and B vitamins may improve cognitive function in older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI).
Daily supplementation with KSM-66 Ashwagandha root extract may boost a range of cognitive measures, including episodic memory, working memory and accuracy of attention, says a new study.
A combination of extracts from six herbs may reduce markers of inflammation, decrease stress scores and improve overall sleep quality, says a new study using the KaraCalm formulation.
The fasting mimetic formulation with four ingredients was found to offer cardioprotective effects.
Liposomal vitamin C may increase serum vitamin C levels by 55% more than ascorbic acid after two hours and have 2-3 times higher antioxidant capacity.
The benefits for hair, skin, and nail quality were most pronounced for women.
South East Asian children are facing the triple burden of malnutrition – undernutrition, overnutrition, and micronutrient deficiencies, with the latter, known as ‘hidden hunger’, emerging as an alarming trend.
A combination of five probiotic strains and a small quantity of prebiotic was found to improve a range of symptoms for colicky babies, and also helped their caregivers.
Experts from WIN outline how to drive more research for women, by women
Yellow pea-based pasta significantly reduced oxidative stress and cardiovascular risk in healthy adults, suggesting its potential as a functional food ingredient, according to a Japanese study.
Characterization, demonstration, and documentation are the three main foundations for a new roadmap outlined by experts from academia and industry to achieve the authorization of “prebiotic” in future EU health claims.
Eating meals cooked with plant sterol fortified palm oil has shown to significantly reduce total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol in people with mild to moderately high cholesterol levels, says an eight-week clinical trial funded...
New research finds that micronutrient supplementation may restore the gut-retina axis and improve ocular health in neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nAMD) patients.
PharmaNutra Spa’s sucrosomial vitamin B12 may “rapidly and consistently” elevate and maintain blood levels of the vitamin compared to conventional supplements, says a new study.
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.
A recent review published in the journal Nutrients explores creatine as a key nutrient for public safety in countering the physiological stress faced by firefighters and other tactical personnel in the line of duty.
A new study explores the potential of a West African spice extract to tackle the global overweight and obesity epidemic and its public health implications.
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.
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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.
As more companies innovate in the skin hyperpigmentation space, a tyrosinease inhibitor has shown promise as a nutraceutical for skin lightening.