New study supports muscle benefits of GABA supplementation
Oral gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) supplementation may enhance the benefits of whey protein for building lean mass, suggests a new study from Japan.
Archives for August 28, 2019
PURIS receives $75m investment from Cargill to double pea protein output: 'This is the future of food'
Cargill has invested an additional $75m in North American pea protein producer, PURIS, which will double production of its proprietary pea proteins, starches, and fibers for the food and beverage industry.
Red wine drinkers have better gut health, say researchers
People who drink red wine are more likely to have a more diverse gut microbiota compared to non-red wine drinkers, according to a new King's College London study involving 916 twins.
Sports drinks and energy bars blamed for poor athlete oral health, study finds
The use of sports drinks, energy gels and bars may be causing high levels of tooth decay in professional athletes despite practising good oral hygiene habits.
EDITOR'S SPOTLIGHT: Science & Regulation
Italy updates labelling rules on curcumin extract use in supplements
Italy’s Ministry of Health updates rules governing the use of plant preparations and extracts originating from the Curcuma genus in response to a hepatitis outbreak linked to curcumin-based supplements.