Inflammation

Hofseth Biocare expands international distribution deal with IMCD

16-Apr-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Norways’s Hofseth BioCare (HBC) has expanded its internation distribution deal for its salmon-derived portfolio of ingredients with IMCD, headquartered in the Netherlands.

TOMORROW: Ashwagandha: Ayurveda’s flagship herb goes mainstream

29-Mar-2021 By Stephen Daniells

There is still time to register for tomorrow’s FREE webinar exploring the science, supply and market opportunities for ashwagandha.

NFL seeks info on study of CBD to alleviate players’ chronic pain

25-Feb-2021 By Hank Schultz

The National Football League and its players are seeking information from researchers on the use of CBD for pain relief. The hope is to lessen the use of opiates for the purpose.

Citrus flavonoid may improve metabolic and inflammatory markers: Mouse study

10-Feb-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementing a high-fat diet with citrus flavonoid eriocitrin may improve markers of metabolic health, inflammation and oxidative stress in obese mice eating a high-fat diet, says a new study.

Short-term curcumin supplementation may reduce muscle soreness after exercise: Study

28-Jan-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Ten days of pre- and post-exercise curcumin supplementation was associated with reductions in muscle soreness without affecting muscular power compared to placebo, says a new study.

CaDi launches novel oxygen-generating supplement for ovarian health

12-Jan-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Lycovary Daily supports anti-aging oxygenation of the ovaries and aims to help women with PMS, painful periods and menopause transition.

Resistant starch plus LactoSpore may reduce inflammation in IBD: Mouse data

16-Dec-2020 By Stephen Daniells

A synbiotic combination of green banana resistant starch and probiotic Bacillus coagulans MTCC5856 (LactoSpore by Sabinsa) may reduce gut inflammation in a mouse model of inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), says a new study from Australia.

NutraVideo: Upgraid and Naturex announce collaboration

03-Dec-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Organic wellness company Upgraid has announced a collaboration with Naturex, part of Givaudan, to expand its product portfolio.

Higher omega-3 DHA levels linked to less lung inflammation, lower ILD risk

27-Aug-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Increased levels of the omega-3 DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) are associated with a lower risk of hospitalizations due to interstitial lung disease (ILD), according to a new population-based cohort study.

Review finds vitamin D and some minerals might benefit fibromyalgia sufferers

24-Aug-2020 By Hank Schultz

A new review has found some promise for the use of vitamin D and mineral supplementation to support fibromyalgia sufferers. There was less evidence in favor of vitamins C and E and probiotics, however.

Probiotic-omega-3 blend may tackle diabetes & other inflammatory disorders: Study

14-Aug-2020 By Will Chu

Combining probiotics with omega-3 fatty acids represents a promising strategy to harness the gut microbiota in immune regulation, according to a team of scientists.

FDA dings hangover cure marketers while raising issue over prior drug use for particular ingredient

03-Aug-2020 By Hank Schultz

FDA has issued a raft of warning letters over hangover cures which make the case that recovering from having had too much to drink is essentially a disease condition. In addition, some of the letters raise a potentially thorny issue concerning an ingredient...

Curcumin-pomegranate mix cuts inflammation in runners

24-Jul-2020 By Hank Schultz

A mixture of curcumin and pomegranate has shown a reduction in systemic inflammation in a study done with runners in a half marathon race.

PLT says new boswellia ingredient solves flavor, solubility issues while expanding benefits to muscle recovery

26-Jun-2020 By Hank Schultz

PLT Health in concert with an Indian partner has launched a new boswellia ingredient whose flavor profile and solubility characteristics are claimed to open new doors for this longstanding botanical.

Vitamin D story becomes ever more compelling, supplement brand founders say

12-Jun-2020 By Hank Schultz

Recent research on vitamin D has made an even more compelling case for the critical importance of the nutrient, the founders of a supplement brand say.

Planning, solid inventory, and appropriate health benefits help Benexia win during crisis

29-May-2020 By Hank Schultz

Chia supplier Benexia has secured its supply chain to keep producing during the global pandemic, and the company says the inflammation fighting properties of its products has seen demand rise.

Gencor’s Levagen ingredient sidesteps regulatory pitfalls on its way to endocannabinoid system

20-May-2020 By Hank Schultz

The regulatory issues that continue to cloud the CBD market have made room for alternative modes to affect the endocannabinoid system. Bolstered by recent bioavailability research, Gencor Pacifc thinks its Levagen PEA ingredient could be a winner.

Brewer’s yeast extract may help recovery from challenging exercise: Study

28-Apr-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Consuming a beta-glucan-rich brewer’s yeast extract may reduce markers of inflammation and improve mood during challenging exercise, says a new study.

From the editor's desk

Supplement industry can win with emphasis on safety, clapping lid on disease claims

03-Apr-2020 By Hank Schultz

The dietary supplement industry has an opportunity to communicate with a new range of consumers in light of the current crisis. Highlighting the excellent safety of the products and quality initiatives underway can help keep the embarrassment of rampant...

Omega-3 supplementation may prevent capsular contracture: Study

02-Mar-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Scientists in Italy surgically inserted miniature implants in mice to determine whether fish oil is effective in reducing the occurrence of a common breast implant complication.

Heat-killed Lactobacillus strain may slash inflammation in healthy overweight people

23-Jan-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Daily supplementation with heat-killed Lactobacillus plantarum L-137 could enhance the response of immune T cells and suppress inflammation in the liver, says a new study from Japan.

SPM-enriched fish oils may help control immune responses: RCT

17-Jan-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Fish oil enriched with specialized pro-resolving mediators (SPMs) precursors may reprogram key blood cells and help control immune responses in healthy people, says a new clinical trial from the UK.

Watermelon supplements found to benefit obese mice: Study

08-Jan-2020 By Danielle Masterson

A study published in the Journal of Nutrition found that watermelon byproducts positively alter glucose levels, the gut microbiome, and inflammation in lab mice. Now researchers are ready to take their findings to human studies.

Extract of a hops species cuts symptoms in mouse arthritis model

06-Jan-2020 By Hank Schultz

Korean researchers have reported extract of Japanese hops was shown to ameliorate arthritis symptoms in a mouse model.

News In Brief

Carbiotix to partner with Italian university on neuroinflammation project

23-Dec-2019 By Nathan Gray

Swedish gut analysis and microbiome therapeutics player Carbiotix will partner with the University of Verona on neuroinflammation research using its Microbiome Modular Therapeutics (MMT) platform.

Product based on prickly pear extract takes aim at jet lag

10-Dec-2019 By Hank Schultz

An herbal product aimed at combating jet lag based on a prickly pear fruit extract has hit the US market.

Shirota strain shows immune & inflammation benefits for marathon runners: RCT

29-Oct-2019 By Stephen Daniells

Consumption of Lactobacillus casei Shirota (the Yakult strain) for 30 days prior to running a marathon may help modulate immune and inflammatory response after the race, says a new study from Brazil.

Study: coffee bean extracts alleviate inflammation

28-Oct-2019 By Danielle Masterson

Researchers are using coffee bean leftovers to study their role in alleviating chronic disease.

Ingredients by Nature’s new bioflavonoid complex targets blood sugar management category

09-Oct-2019 By Stephen Daniells

A new randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial supports the efficacy of Ingredients by Nature’s new bioflavonoid complex, branded as Eriomin, to help control blood sugar levels, inflammation and blood pressure.

Lycored secures US patent for omega-3 and lycopene composition marketed for brain health

15-Mar-2019 By Adi Menayang

Global ingredient supplier Lycored has secured its US patent for compositions containing omega-3 fatty acids and tomato-derived lycopene, which it plans to develop into products and formulations marketed for brain health.

Study: Pycnogenol supplementation may help older men manage enlarged prostate

14-Nov-2018 By Adi Menayang

Researchers in Italy suggest that supplementation with French Maritime Pine extract may help manage benign prostatic hypertrophy, also known as enlarged prostate.

Ginger extract may inhibit obesity, inflammation, suggests study on rats fed a high-fat diet

29-Oct-2018 By Adi Menayang

Rats fed a high-fat diet supplemented with ginger extract exhibited less body weight gain and reduced lipid levels in serum and liver compared to rats not given the extract.

In vitro study finds probiotic potential of Lactobacillus isolated from fermented vegetable

29-May-2018 By Adi Menayang

Researchers in India looked at a strain of bacteria isolated from a fermented leafy grean dish and found that it has anti-inflammatory benefits, in a petri dish at least.

Aged garlic extract supplementation may benefit health of adults with obesity

09-May-2018 By Adi Menayang

Obese adults supplemented with aged garlic extract for six weeks had decreased inflammatory markers compared to the start of the study.

Sat-fat diet harms the mind as well as the body: Mouse data

19-Feb-2018 By Tim Cutcliffe

Excessive consumption of saturated fat could result in anxiety and depression, according to new research in mice.

Spore-based probiotic supplementation may reduce symptoms of ‘leaky gut syndrome’

12-Sep-2017 By Stephen Daniells

Supplements containing a combination of spore-based probiotics may counter the chronic immune activation and inflammation associated with “leaky gut”, says a new study.

Could faecal microbiota transplantation be used to tackle asthma?

31-Aug-2017 By Will Chu

Faecal microbiota transplantation is arguably more effective in managing asthma than current treatments and even probiotics, say two scientists, who call for more research into its use.

Magnesium supplements show potential anti-inflammatory effects: Meta-analysis

08-Jun-2017 By Stephen Daniells

Dietary supplementation with magnesium may reduce levels of inflammatory biomarkers, says a new meta-analysis pooling data from 11 studies.

BC30 may enhance muscle benefits of HMB during military training: RCT

03-May-2017 By Stephen Daniells

The muscle and anti-inflammatory benefits of HMB may be enhanced by combining the ingredient with the BC30 probiotic, says a new study with soldiers from the Israel Defense Force.

Bioactive flavonoid from apple trees eases asthma symptoms: Taiwan study

17-Mar-2017 By Millette Burgos

Phloretin from apple trees helped ease asthma symptoms in a mouse study, pointing to the bioactive flavonoid’s therapeutic potential, according to researchers in Taiwan.

Fruit & veg juice concentrate reduces systemic inflammation in obese people

13-Mar-2017 By Stephen Daniells

An encapsulated concentrate of fruit and vegetable juice may reduce systemic inflammation and improve cholesterol levels in obese people, says a new study.

Berry compounds’ heart health benefits linked to impact on platelets

17-Jan-2017 By Stephen Daniells

The potential cardiovascular benefits of anthocyanins may be associated with their ability to influence the expression of chemicals by platelets in the blood, says new data from a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.

Omega-3s may turn off chronic low-grade inflammation in obese women: Study

13-Dec-2016 By Stephen Daniells

Adding omega-3 supplements to a calorie-controlled diet may combat the chronic inflammation associated with obesity by boosting specialized pro-resolving mediators derived from DHA, says a new study European scientists.

Whey maker gets warning on inflammation claims

05-Aug-2016 By Hank Schultz

A recent warning letter issued by the Food and Drug Administration makes clear the danger marketers run into when using the words “inflammation” and “chronic” in the same breath, even in connection with an unusual product for that sort of claim, such...

SPECIAL EDITION: INFLAMMATION

Academic excitement about inflammation falls on consumer deaf ears: Consultant

24-Nov-2015 By Annie Harrison-Dunn

There is only one approved health claim for inflammation in Europe and it is not being used because it means nothing to consumers, according to a health food consultant.