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Daily supplementation with KSM-66 Ashwagandha root extract may boost a range of cognitive measures, including episodic memory, working memory and accuracy of attention, says a new study.
Liposomal vitamin C may increase serum vitamin C levels by 55% more than ascorbic acid after two hours and have 2-3 times higher antioxidant capacity.
The benefits for hair, skin, and nail quality were most pronounced for women.
A combination of five probiotic strains and a small quantity of prebiotic was found to improve a range of symptoms for colicky babies, and also helped their caregivers.
Experts from WIN outline how to drive more research for women, by women
PharmaNutra Spa’s sucrosomial vitamin B12 may “rapidly and consistently” elevate and maintain blood levels of the vitamin compared to conventional supplements, says a new study.
A recent paper published in BMJ Military Health contributes an international view of dietary supplement use in the military, comparing frequency, form and motivations for supplementation in the United States, France, United Kingdom and Slovenia.
Therapeutic foods have been used to combat malnutrition in children since their inception in 1996. But could they also boost gut health in children and adults? And what NPD opportunities would this create?
Daily supplementation of 2′-Fucosyllactose (2′-FL) reduces body fat percentage and lessens the loss of fat-free mass in overweight individuals participating in a 12-week diet and exercise program.
New research finds that higher vitamin D supplementation and sufficient serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25-OHD) concentrations are associated with a reduced incidence of respiratory infections among children and adolescents.
A recent review published in the journal Nutrients explores creatine as a key nutrient for public safety in countering the physiological stress faced by firefighters and other tactical personnel in the line of duty.
A new study explores the potential of a West African spice extract to tackle the global overweight and obesity epidemic and its public health implications.
Special Edition: Microbiome Modulation
New scientific studies are published every week that report that modulating the microbiome with probiotics, prebiotics, postbiotics or combinations of these can impact all aspects of health and wellness, and that is translating to growing consumer...
The benefits of human milk oligosaccharides are most associated with infants, but a recent study reported that they improve body composition in overweight adults. These exciting ingredients are poised to offer significant benefits at all lifestages.
The link between gut microbiota, metabolism and obesity continues to strengthen, and the market for probiotics and prebiotics to help manage weight is gaining momentum, with Akkermansia and GLP-1 claims leading the way.
Consumer understanding of resistant starch and its myriad benefits is reaching a turning point, says the chief science officer at Solnul, with the company’s data supporting the metabolic health benefits in healthy people.
The probiotic strain Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus LRa05 may reduce the severity of diarrhea in children by reshaping gut microbiota and enhancing immunity, according to a new study.
A new animal study published in Cell Metabolism shows that gut microbes modulate the rhythms of glucocorticoids, affecting sleep-wake cycles and stress responses.
Vitafoods Asia 2024
Korean company Seoul Propolis is exploring novel uses of propolis, such as its effects on cognitive health, amid an ongoing trend where natural and functional foods are sought after.
Individual nutritional interventions significantly reduce low energy availability (LEA) in adolescent competitive cyclists, says a new study from scientists in Italy and the United States.
A new animal and human study finds that fermented gold kiwi (FGK) supplementation improves gut motility and functional constipation.
New research reports significant gaps in dietary knowledge among women when managing thyroid disorders, highlighting the need for targeted dietary education.
Probiotic strain Lactobacillus paragasseri OLL2716 can help improve gastric discomfort and mental health in healthy adults with gastric complaints, a Meiji-funded study revealed.
The United States remains the number one market for probiotic supplementation, but double-digit growth in China could see the Asian country replace the U.S. in “a year, maybe two,” says the executive director of the International Probiotics Association...
Natural alternatives, side effect support and promoting health and wellness post-GLP-1 drugs—there are several opportunities for brands to thrive in the brave new weight management world.
A new study shows that hospitalized patients aged 60 and older with hypomagnesemia and hypocalcemia present lower scores on cognitive tests.
Nutrigenomics company LifeVantage is turning down food noise by turning up GLP-1 production. The company just launched its MindBody GLP-1 System, a dual product offering that includes MB Core and MB Enhance, which work together to activate natural GLP-1...
The supplementation of a Lactobacillus strain could lengthen sleep duration by about an hour in healthy adults under mild stress, say findings of a 28-day clinical trial that took place in China.
For the past 25 years, Chromadex has been at the forefront of innovation and research in healthy aging. Rob Fried, the company's CEO, reflects on its evolution from an analytical testing service to a developer of proprietary ingredients, with a...
Omega-3 fish oil may benefit gut health and lipid metabolism in people with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), according to new research.
Supplementation with omega-3s may help maintain energy metabolism to preserve the function of key organs and inhibit pathological age-related changes, all of which may help delay the aging process, according to a new study from China.
Next-generation probiotics (NGPs), like Akkermansia muciniphila and Faecalibacterium prausnitzii, may allow for the development of individualized probiotic therapies that detoxify the body and counteract negative health effects of contaminants in the...
Supplementing with probiotics for 30 days may help regulate mood after marathon running, according to a recent study.
A sports drink enhanced with branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) may improve hydration, support potassium balance, reduce muscle damage and maintain lower limb strength during endurance exercise, says a new study.
Guest Article
Over 80 stakeholders from government, academia and industry gathered recently at the first Southern African Botanical Products Association (SABPA) symposium to discuss best practices to successfully bring compliant ingredients to the world market.
A new study showed that a combination of resveratrol and vitamin C increased the antioxidant capacity in postmenopausal women with insulin resistance by up to 33%.
New research finds that krill oil supplementation can significantly enhance muscle fuel metabolism, increase protein synthesis and lower LDL cholesterol.
A study published in Scientific Reports compared the gut flora species composition and abundance in children who were early sleepers to that of late sleepers.
An analysis of data from the past two decades indicates that women are consuming increasingly fewer dietary carbohydrates and less vitamin A, vitamin C and iron. Calcium, vitamin K and magnesium intake has increased during this period.
A Bayer survey reveals that many consumers are unaware of the impact of parental nutrition on a baby's growth during pregnancy and breastfeeding, with over half reporting they have never received guidance on essential dietary supplements.
Low-methoxy (LM) pectin supplementation at 15 g daily reduces inflammatory markers and scores for depression and anxiety in healthy volunteers, according to new research.
A new systematic review and meta-analysis published in the journal Nutrients confirms that antenatal and postnatal depression are associated with reduced serum 25-hydroxyvitamin (25[OH]D) levels.
A study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition reports that less than 60 ug/L of ferritin at 15 weeks pregnancy could predict an iron deficiency at 33 weeks.
A combination of Bifidobacterium longum and Pediococcus pentosaceus strains may reduce crying and fussing time compared to the most studied probiotic for infant colic, says a new study.
Co-supplementation with ergogenic aids quercetin and citrulline may not have additive benefits during timed trials in highly trained cyclists, but each individually improved maximal oxygen consumption (VO2), according to a recent study.
Women who included zinc in their diets had lower odds of having endometriosis, according to a study that examined thousands of consumption patterns among Americans.
A supplement made from Saccharomyces cerevisiae by-products from the brewing industry improves lipid metabolism and cholesterol profiles in overweight and obese individuals, according to a new study published in the journal Nutrients.
The Weight Management Summit will explore the market, the regulatory landscape, the science of natural alternatives, side effect support and how to best communicate all of this to an engaged, passionate and growing consumer base.
Preliminary in vitro experiments show that Indena’s Enovita, a sustainable standardized grapeseed extract (GSE), modulates key neurotransmitters involved in mood and cognition.