Research

Liposomal delivery format may boost CoQ10 bioavailability

Liposomal delivery format may boost CoQ10 bioavailability

By Stephen Daniells

A liposomal formulation of Coenzyme Q10 may improve bioavailability compared to standard CoQ10, says a new study that also hinted at favorable shifts in biomarkers of inflammatory or oxidative stress after only one dose.

What dietary supplements should GLP-1-RA users be taking?

What dietary supplements should GLP-1-RA users be taking?

By Asia Sherman

GLP-1 receptor agonist drug use has become emblematic of current culture, but knowledge and communication about the nutritional needs of an increasing number of patients on these rapid weight loss journeys remains limited.

Research deepens into creatine and the menopause transition

Research deepens into creatine and the menopause transition

By Asia Sherman

Studies have explored creatine’s effects on muscle, memory, menstruation and men of all ages, but research in women is still emerging, and even less is known about its potential to support the menopause journey.

Palatinose enhances response of gut hormones GLP-1 and PYY

Palatinose enhances response of gut hormones GLP-1 and PYY

By Stephen Daniells

Formulating beverages with Beneo’s Palatinose (isomaltulose) may significantly increase levels of key hunger hormones, such as GLP-1 and PYY, in people with Metabolic Syndrome, says a new study from an international team of researchers.

RCT supports shatavari benefits for perimenopausal women

RCT supports shatavari benefits for perimenopausal women

By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with Xeya Modern Shatavari may decrease hot flashes, fatigue and sleep disturbances for perimenopausal women, according to results of a new randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.

UK teen energy drink ban: Is caffeine really the culprit?

UK teen energy drink ban: Is caffeine really the culprit?

By Olivia Haslam

The UK government will consult on banning high-caffeine energy drinks for under-16s in England over health concerns. However, a new study suggests energy drinks may only be indirectly linked to poor adolescent health, so what makes them risky?

Can curcumin support oral health?

Can curcumin support oral health?

By Lauren Nicolle

Curcumin is reported to have a wide variety of benefits, from supporting joint health to cognitive function. Now, a new review suggests its anti-inflammatory properties could also benefit oral health.

Creatine linked to appetite control

Creatine linked to appetite control

By Asia Sherman

The effects of creatine consumption on energy metabolism are well established, but could it affect appetite as well?

NutraCast: Tapping into the estrobolome

NutraCast: Tapping into the estrobolome

By Danielle Masterson

As awareness of gut health grows, so do more specific areas of the microbiome, such as gut-brain axis, the gut-skin axis and the gut-hormone axis. For women, this hormonal link is the estrobolome, which encompasses the bidirectional communication system...

Boswellia effective for knee pain, stiffness — meta-analysis

Boswellia effective for knee pain, stiffness — meta-analysis

By Tingmin Koe

Boswellia appears to be more effective than other commonly used nutritional supplements for addressing knee pain and stiffness in people suffering from knee osteoarthritis, say findings of a new systematic review and meta-analysis.

Can supplements protect against UV-induced skin damage?

Can supplements protect against UV-induced skin damage?

By Asia Sherman

Within the booming anti-aging supplement market, beauty-from-within represents a fast-growing segment as consumers turn to ingestible collagen, hyaluronic acid, vitamins and antioxidants to fend off internal and external insults that degrade youthful...