Bill Gates Foundation backs microbiome engineering to boost infant health
Gut microbiome engineering can reduce stunting and other infant health issues and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation is funding research into the nascent area.
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Lutein/zeaxanthin may boost retinal sensitivity for people with early AMD: Long-term study
Two years of supplementation with lutein and zeaxanthin may boost macular pigment optical density (MPOD) and retinal sensitivity in people with early age-related macular degeneration (AMD), says a new study.
Sports drinks aren’t enough to boost performance - salt may help: Research
Salt supplementation may improve exercise performance according to Spanish researchers – but health claims for sodium are still not authorised.
Better together? Co-encapsulation study shows potential for stable omega-3 and probiotic mix
New research describing the stable co-encapsulation of omega-3 rich oil with probiotic bacteria could be a boon for manufacturers looking to incorporate the functional ingredients in to foods and supplements, say researchers.