Exercising to lose weight? Don't bother, article asserts
Exercise programs have many benefits, but helping participants to lose weight is not among them, according to a review article published in the journal of a private physicians organization.
Archives for December 17, 2018
Russian study supports MCT supplementation as source of energy for high intensity training
Researchers in Russia analyzed changes of fatty acid levels in the blood plasma of national team cross-country skiers. Results suggested possible role of MCT for exercise benefits, such as improved endurance.
2019 and beyond: Challenger brands on seven trends shaping food innovation
Start-up food makers and challenger brands have shaken up the food industry thanks to their close relationship with rapidly emerging consumer demands. FoodNavigator spoke to five trailblazing brands to find out their top trend predictions for 2019.
Ashwagandha for sports? New study results suggest herb may boost strength
Recreationally active men who ingested 500 mg of aqueous ashwagandha extract experienced ‘statistically significant improvements’ in average squat power and peak bench press power compared to those who took a placebo.
Startup Spotlight: Mother growing an empire from family-favourite fermented veg
A mother with an eye for health trends has cultured a huge following for her fermented food brand which originated from a simple aim to boost her son’s gut health.
Cornell patent deal helps LNC ramp-up microbiome therapeutics strategy
A new patent licencing deal between Cornell and LNC Therapeutics will help the French biotech become the ‘must have’ partner for research and product development relating to the Christensenella strain, says the company’s CEO.
No country on course to meet malnutrition targets, Global Nutrition Report says
Progress in tackling malnutrition worldwide is to date simply not good enough, according to the 2018 Global Nutrition Report, which lays bare the global devastation of having too much or too little to eat.
China's infant nutrition consumption and innovation trends: JD and COFCO reveal eight consumption patterns
A JD-COFCO joint research centre has published a white paper which sheds light on the eight consumption and innovation trends dominating China's infant nutrition market.