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Research elucidates different approaches to modern ashwagandha ingredients

Ashwagandha, sometimes called the “king” of ayurvedic herbs, has been gaining traction in the North American marketplace.  A big part of the reason is the investments in clinical science and...

Barley extracts show weight management potential: Human data

Adding boiled barley kernels to the diet may increase levels of hormones linked to satiety and reduce subsequent energy intakes, says a new study from Sweden.

Industry may see long term benefits from a 'people not profits' strategy

Industry they may see benefits in lowering prices and making products available to broader markets, according to one expert who suggests that manufacturers should consider people not profits by looking...

Tropical leaf extracts may boost pre-diabetic health measures: Clinical trial

Daily supplements containing extracts from Elaeis guineensis or Ficus deltoidea may benefit the health of people with pre-diabetes by improving blood sugar and lipid levels, say findings from a clinical trial....

Antioxidant-rich diet may reduce the risk of heart failure, but what about supplements?

A diet rich in antioxidants may reduce a woman’s risk of heart failure by 42%, suggests new data from 33,713 Swedish women.

Babies vitamin D status impacts immune system development: Study

The month a baby is born might have a significant impact on its vitamin D status and immune development, according to new data.

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Nutratech: BfR report is ‘clearly at odds with the scientific literature on safety of bitter orange-caffeine combinations’

Leading bitter orange/ p-synephrine supplier Nutratech has countered a report from the German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR) over concerns about the ingredient’s safety, noting it is at odds...

National Dairy Council blasts 'sensational' PETA ‘Got Zits?’ anti-dairy campaign

Animal rights group, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), has debuted its new ‘Got Zits?’ anti-dairy campaign billboard in the US – a move the National Dairy Council (NDC) has...

Vitamin E status may be reliable biomarker for Alzheimer’s: Study

Screening levels of vitamin E in the blood could help to improve the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease, according to new research that suggests the vitamin may also aid in protection....

Bitter orange and caffeine combo may be unsafe, says BfR

Sports supplements and weight loss products that contain a combination of caffeine and synephrine from bitter orange may not comply with current regulations and could be classified as unsafe, warns...

Krill oil may benefit brain health, ease depression symptoms: Animal data

Daily consumption of krill oil may boost learning and working memory in lab animals, and display antidepressant-like effects, according to a new study from Aker BioMarine.

Fiber boosts cardiovascular and metabolic profiles for diabetics

Daily supplements of soluble fiber may improve metabolic measures and slim waistlines in type-2 diabetics with the metabolic syndrome, says new data from Brazil.

Genetic variation may affect vitamin D3 but not D2 supplements: Study

Differences in the genetic makeup of vitamin D receptor proteins have a big impact on the effectiveness of supplementation with vitamin D3 but not vitamin D2, say researchers.

Black tea compounds show blood pressure benefits: Human data

Three cups of flavonoid-rich black tea per day may reduce the variability in blood pressure at night, says a new clinical trial.

Olive polyphenols play ‘key role’ in learning and memory processes: Animal data

A natural extract made from olive polyphenols could help to increase learning and memory processes by increasing levels of important proteins in the brain, according to new research in rodents.

Flaxseed may offer improvements for obese pre-diabetics

Adding flaxseed to the diet may decrease insulin resistance in pre-diabetics and help reduce the risk of developing type-2 diabetes, suggests new data from the US and Canada.

Phytochemicals show anti-inflammatory and brain health benefits: Pure Encapsulations/ Atrium Innovations

Polyphenol-rich extracts from fruit and vegetables may have molecular targets with potential relevance to cardiometabolic and neurological health, according to new data.

Intelligent evidence: 'Breakthrough' in microbiome sampling promises greater proof for probiotic claims

A new non-invasive method to test the effects of functional foods and nutrients on the gut flora promises to help industry build solid evidence for health claims substantiation, says NIZO Food...

There’s no such thing as a ‘miracle food’ warn experts

Researchers and global media should better consider the validity of single scientific studies that report on supposed ‘miracle foods’ in addition to considering that people do not eat foods or...

Innovation, sustainability, nutrition 2.0, and space food: Food Vision 2013 in pictures

Delegates from 30 countries traveled to the Hotel Martinez in Cannes, France for the inaugural Food Vision. The event was heralded a success by delegates and commercial partners alike. Here...

Increasing omega-3 intake could slash mortality risk in older adults: Study

High consumption of omega-3 long chain polyunsaturated fatty acids might be associated with a lower risk of dying among older adults by as much as 27%, according to new research.

Green tea extracts show promise for people with metabolic syndrome

Drinking green tea or taking a supplement containing green tea extracts may improve the body’s antioxidant protection in people with the metabolic syndrome, says a new study.

Omega-3 backed to boost immune response, not just battle inflammation: Study

Long chain omega-3 fatty acids may help to boost the immune system by enhancing the functioning of immune cells, according to new research.

Vitamin E tocotrienol shows breast health benefits: Mouse data

Vitamin E tocotrienols from annatto may slow the development and reduce the number and size of breast tumors, suggests new data from lab mice.

News in brief

Orange polyphenols fail to show immune effects

Polyphenols from orange juice, and the juice itself, do not affect parameters of immune health, says a new human trial from France.