Asia Sherman

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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.

AHPA launches kava working group amid regulatory action

AHPA launches kava working group amid regulatory action

By Asia Sherman

The American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) has formed a new working group on kava in response to recent regulatory actions in Michigan and New York City that affect the availability and sale of kava products.

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?

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...

Review explores creatine for combat sports

Review explores creatine for combat sports

By Asia Sherman

Creatine has been a staple in sport since the 1990s, widely used to enhance muscle performance and body composition during both training and competition, but its effects on combat sport athletes—who must maintain a specific weight class—remain uncertain.

New methods target acerola adulteration

New methods target acerola adulteration

By Asia Sherman

Researchers from the University of Guelph are proposing new fit-for-purpose methods to verify the authenticity of acerola species ingredients and tackle adulteration in the supply chain.