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Vitamin D and ginger show potential in reducing asthma symptoms, new studies suggest
Supplementation with vitamin D or ginger extracts may help ease the symptoms of asthma, according to two new early stage research studies.
Magnesium L-threonate may boost memory, ease anxiety: animal data
Supplementing the diet of lab animals with magnesium L-threonate may boost the memory lead to the consolidation and retention of conditioned taste aversion (CTA), says a new study that adds...
Multi-component supplement may boost weight loss, says new human study
A multi-component supplement containing raspberry ketone, caffeine, capsaicin, garlic, ginger and bitter orange extracts may enhance body composition, and reduce hip and waist girth in overweight men and women, says...
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Dark chocolate enhances mood but not cognition, say researchers
Cocoa flavanols in dark chocolate may keep you calmer and content but no link has been established with enhanced cognitive performance, according to a study funded by Barry Callebaut.
Study unlocks benefits of walnut for heart health
The heart health benefits of walnuts may be linked to different parts of the nuts acting on different physiological functions, says new data in the Journal of Nutrition.
PS plus caffeine ease fatigue and boost mood after exercise: Study
A combination supplement containing phosphatidylserine (PS) and caffeine may improve mood scores and reduce the perception of fatigue after exercise, suggests new research.
Prebiotic inulin shows glycemic benefits for diabetic women
Dietary supplements of inulin may improve some glycemic measures in women when type-2 diabetes, suggests a new study.
Omega-3 may reduce the risk of neurodegenerative diseases
Increased intakes of the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA may counter the alleviate oxidative stress in older people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI), says a new study from Malaysia.
Researchers question the 'optimal' vitamin D dose for infants
Dosage recommendations for vitamin D supplementation in infancy do not help to raise levels to those considered 'optimal' by many experts - but do still being levels up to the...
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No link between omega-3s & metabolic syndrome: Study
Increased dietary intakes of omega-3 fatty acids are not linked to a reduction in the risk of metabolic syndrome in the US population, suggests a new study.
Study finds ‘no clear evidence’ of calcium supplements affecting cardiovascular death
There is ‘no clear evidence’ that calcium supplements may increase the risk of cardiovascular problems, says a new analysis from an international team of researchers.
AREDS2
Lutein/zeaxanthin benefits for people with low dietary intakes is an ‘important message’ for the general population: OmniActive COO
The significant benefits of adding lutein and zeaxanthin to the AREDS formula for people with low dietary intakes of the carotenoids is an ‘important message’, especially since a large portion...
Probiotics, omega-3, and vitamin D dominate science headlines in 2013
The release of the much-anticipated AREDS2 data has put us in reflective mood. In a break from the daily news, today we’re looking at the science articles on NutraIngredients-USA that...
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Cocoa flavanol content varies depending on origin, says Callebaut
Barry Callebaut’s innovation department has revealed that the level of cocoa flavanols, which are associated with a string of positive health effects, vary depending on where beans are sourced....
AREDS2 data published
Lutein + zeaxanthin may reduce risk of progression to advanced AMD, compared to original AREDS formula
Adding lutein, zeaxanthin and/or omega-3 fatty acids to the AREDS eye health formula may not offer any additional benefits regarding age-related macular degeneration (AMD) risk, says the much anticipated AREDS2...
New data indicates oral supplementation can increase glutathione stores, influence immune function
Oral supplementation with glutathione can increase the body’s stores of the antioxidant, and could influence immune function, according to new findings from Penn State College of Medicine.
New research bolsters stress-fighting credentials of Relora ingredient
Next Pharmaceuticals has bolstered the stress-reducing credentials of its Relora branded ingredient with new research presented at the recent Experimental Biology conference in Boston.
Coconut water fortifies diet when substituted for non nutritive drinks, research shows
Coconut water can make a positive nutritional contribution to the diet if it is used to replace high calorie, non nutritional beverages, according to new research presented the recent Experimental...
Pine bark extract shows benefits against metabolic syndrome: Human data
Daily supplements of Pycnogenol, an extract from the bark of the French maritime pine, may help reduce health risk factors associated with metabolic syndrome, suggests new data from a human...
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Ashwagandha extracts show lifespan benefits: For worms at least
Ashwagandha extracts may significantly increase the lifespan of C. Elegans, organisms with metabolic processes are similar to those of humans.
Flavonols may slash risk of vascular disease for women
Increased intake of flavonols from tea and other sources may boost heart health for older women, with regular consumption of the compounds linked to a 72% lower risk of atherosclerotic...
Probiotics again linked to fat and weight loss: RCT data
Daily supplements of Lactobacillus gasseri SBT2055 (LG2055) may help weight loss in people with obese tendencies, says a new study from Japan.
Protein supplements may slow functional decline in the elderly
Frail older people may benefit from a daily protein supplement suggests new data from a randomized controlled trial that showed a reduction in the progression of functional decline.
Vitamin D may reduce risk of uterine fibroid: Study
Women who have an adequate intake of vitamin D are 32% less likely to develop uterine fibroids then women with low levels, researchers have suggested.
More vitamin D may mean faster recovery from muscle injury
Increased blood levels of vitamin D may increase the rate of muscle recovery after intensive exercise, says a new study from Utah-based scientists.
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