Glucose

Prebiotics improve glucose homeostasis: Study

06-Oct-2020 By Danielle Masterson

The gut-brain axis plays a key role in the regulation of sugar in the blood. However, those with diabetes experience significantly higher sugar levels because the condition causes the regulation process to malfunction.

Study: Euromed’s ABAlife fig extract promotes muscle metabolism and insulin sensitivity

30-Jul-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

Abscisic acid (ABA) works synergistically with insulin to improve cellular glucose uptake while decreasing obesity related systemic inflammation, according to a new research in mice.

DSM Venturing backs mulberry leaf ingredient in €10m funding round

14-May-2020 By Will Chu

DSM Venturing has taken part in a €10m funding round that backs the efforts of British life science company Phynova and its mulberry leaf extract ingredient that addresses blood glucose levels.

Wheat albumin tablets have blood sugar management potential, says new study

18-Jan-2019 By Adi Menayang

A team of researchers in Japan suggests that consuming a tablet of wheat albumin may help control blood sugar levels at nighttime.

Omega-3, omega-6 may improve obesity-related glucose issues… in rats at least

24-May-2018 By Adi Menayang

A new study on rats suggests that ALA and LA dietary supplementation may offer several benefits to obese individuals by altering gene expression.

New energy source? German firm evoxx technologies plans to shake up energy drink scene with ‘novel carbohydrate’ launch in 2017

27-Oct-2016 By Adi Menayang

The oligomer was designed to help manufacturers reduce or eliminate the need for sucrose, glucose, and fructose, with potential applications ranging from energy source for sports nutrition to prebiotic supplements.

PowerBar targets athletes at large with new product launches

06-Apr-2016 By Adi Menayang

While previous advertising campaigns were geared towards triathlon athletes and marathoners, PowerBar says that its new product launches and campaigns will target athletes of all sports.

Glico builds endurance sports science for Cluster Dextrin ingredient

10-Mar-2015 By Stephen DANIELLS

Formulating sports nutrition products with a highly branched cyclic dextrin may combat the onset of stress factors induced during exhaustive physical activity, says a study from Japan.

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Ex-World Cup sports scientist: Best carb-protein blend is 3:1

09-Mar-2015 By Shane STARLING

Protein was once thought necessary to fuel sporting activity but evolving research has shown it is better for muscle recovery and short chain carbohydrates (sugars) are the accepted fuel tools. And then there are blends of the two…plus the carb and protein...

Boston Therapeutics launches blood sugar management supplement

29-Sep-2014 By Hank Schultz

Boston Therapeutics (BTI) has entered the full commercialization phase of its Sugardown dietary supplement aimed at the healthy blood sugar management market.  The company is collaborating on the launch with Benchworks, a Maryland-based marketing firm.

‘Water apple’ extract may provide dietary support for diabetes

20-Jan-2012 By Nathan Gray

Extracts of a Malaysian medicinal plant known locally as the ‘water jambu’ or ‘water apple’ could provide bioactive compounds that help to support people suffering from diabetes by reducing lowering blood sugar levels, suggest researchers.

Reformulating for weight management success: Panel Discussion

09-Nov-2011

As the world takes a long, hard look at waistlines and decides to do something about them, the food and beverage industry is under pressure to slash the fat and sugar content in products, and provide accessible information about what’s in a pack. This...

Glucose and caffeine blend may improve mental efficiency: Study

24-Nov-2010 By Nathan Gray

Combining the effects of caffeine and glucose can improve the efficiency of brain activity in memory and attention tasks, according to a new study.

Media coverage boosts enzyme supplement market

14-Aug-2007 By Louise Prance

A more intense media spotlight on enzymes is paving the way for
more uses in supplements, a market sector where they have, until
now, been widely unfamiliar to consumers.

Soy protein hydrolysate shows promise for weight management

19-Jul-2007 By Stephen Daniells

Consuming a soy protein hydrolysate (SPH) increases heat production
compared to carbohydrate, and when the protein is eaten before
carbs the glucose response may be blunted.

Pine bark extract shows promise for slowing sugar uptake

09-Feb-2007 By Stephen Daniells

Extracts from French maritime pine bark may inhibit an enzyme
linked to glucose absorption 190 times more than a synthetic
medication, says new research from Germany that could offer
significant benefits for diabetics if the results...

More support for beta-glucan's anti-diabetes benefits

03-Jan-2007 By staff reporter

Increasing the intake of the soluble fibre beta-glucan decreased
the glucose and insulin response in overweight men, and could help
reduce the risk of diabetes, says a new study.

France targets hidden sugars

20-Oct-2004

AFSSA, the French food safety authority, has called for a
significant reduction of sugars added to processed foods alongside
stronger backing for foods containing wholegrains and high fibre.

Added protein may increase power of sports drinks

22-Jul-2004

A sports drink containing protein appeared to improve endurance
among cyclists compared to those drinking a carbohydrate-only
beverage in a new study.

PowerBar takes on energy drinks

13-Oct-2003

Nutrition bar pioneer PowerBar is moving into energy drinks,
announcing today that it will launch two new powdered sports drink
mixes next year.

Cargill captures European trehalose

10-Jul-2003

A Cargill subsidiary has won the distribution rights for trehalose
in Europe.

Blood sugar could be key to memory loss

05-Feb-2003

An inability to regulate blood sugar levels could be the link to
some of the memory loss that occurs as we age, according to new
findings by US researchers. The study finds an association between
the size of the hippocampus, the part...

Protein discovery could lead to diabetes cure

20-Feb-2002

Researchers at the Medical College of Ohio have identified a
protein in the liver that helps clear insulin from blood, a
discovery which could eventually lead to a cure for type 2
diabetes.

Nutrition 21 files patent for possible diabetes treatment

08-Feb-2002

Nutrition 21 said it has identified an isomer of conjugated
linoleic acid (CLA) which can significantly increase glucose
metabolism in muscle cells without the addition of insulin.