Bifidobacterium infantis EVC001 may influence immune system development in infants, says a new study from Evolve BioSystems that highlights the potential to reduce the risk of allergic and autoimmune conditions later in life.
A new randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled study has revealed the positive effects of saffron extract on the psychological symptoms associated with perimenopause.
A new study, supported by Kappa Bioscience, confirms that vitamin K status is lower in hospitalised patients with COVID-19 and finds low vitamin K status to be predictive of higher mortality.
Fish oil supplements enriched with EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid), but not DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), may boost accuracy and speed of cognitive function, compared to placebo, says a new RCT from Europe.
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Betaine supplementation may be a useful nutritional strategy to regulate the immune system, according to sports scientists, who also think the micronutrient may reduce injury risk as a result of overtraining.
With studies showing significant benefits for cognitive function and brain health, plus data suggesting a link to measures of biological age, spermidine holds “significant promise in limiting the effects of aging”.
Gut health. It’s everywhere. It’s hard not to go a day without hearing about the microbiome or the launch of a new probiotic. But the more we learn about this enigma within us, the more questions arise.
Supplementation with a novel bacterium isolated from the human gut may counteract diet-induced obesity, insulin resistance, and inflammation, says a new study that creates “an incredible scientific opportunity”.
Increased diversity of a mother’s gut microbiota during the third trimester of pregnancy may influence a child’s brain development and behavior, says a new study from Australia.
A large community sample study has found vitamin D levels are associated with depressive symptomatology due to the vitamin's impact on three specific inflammatory markers.
There is a lack of scientific evidence from randomised controlled trials (RCTs) for supplements that claim to benefit air travel symptoms such as jetlag and edema, although there is limited support to suggest melatonin and pycnogenol may be worthwhile.
Supplementation with a proteoglycan extract from salmon cartilage improved skin hydration and restricted transepidermal water loss (TEWL), says a new study.
