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A look at brain waves after pre-workout supplement ingestion suggests it may increase alertness

14-May-2018 By Adi Menayang

A supplement with an ingredient combo including L-theanine, beta-alanine, and theacrine may help users increase brain alertness, researchers concluded after a placebo-controlled clinical trial.

Probiotics proved better than placebo at reducing cold symptoms, clinical trial suggests

07-May-2018 By Adi Menayang

Chinese researchers linked probiotic supplementation to fewer incidence of flu-like symptoms in new study, building the science backing probiotics’ benefits to the upper respiratory tract.

'The lowest effective dose of creatine seen in the current literature'

Short-term creatine supplementation may benefit muscle power in elite youth athletes

08-Feb-2017 By Adi Menayang

Low-dose, short-term creatine supplementation “beneficially affected muscle power output,” even without the usually recommended loading phase, according to findings from a double-blind, placebo-controlled study.

Ayurvedic herbs shows joint health support potential: RCT

16-Jun-2016 By Stephen Daniells

Extracts from Terminalia chebula, a plant commonly used in ayurvedic medicine, may improve joint health in people with joint discomfort, says a new study.

Prunus mume extract significantly benefit liver functions over placebo

18-May-2016 By Adi Menayang

The Asian plum of the rosaceae family, has been studied for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and liver protecting properties. A study funded by Swiss company Stragen Pharma looks deeper into how this plum extract can benefit the liver.

Meratrim’s weight management potential supported by RCT in overweight people

17-Nov-2015

Supplements of InterHealth’s proprietary blend of Sphaeranthus indicus flower heads and Garcinia mangostana fruit rind may reduce body weight in overweight people by 8.8 pounds, compared to placebo, says a new study.

Citicoline improves motor speed and attention in adolescents: Study

08-Aug-2014 By Anna Bonar

Citicoline may improve motor speed and attention in healthy adolescent populations, an American study has found.

Extracts from pumpkin seed and soy germ show bladder support potential

21-May-2014 By Stephen Daniells

A combination of extracts from pumpkin seed (Cucurbita pepo L.) and soy germ may reduce the sense of urgency in women with overactive bladders, and boost their quality of life, says a new study from Korea.

Vitamin D3 disappoints in diarrheal study

23-Sep-2013 By Annie-Rose Harrison-Dunn

Heavy supplementation of vitamin D does not reduce diarrheal illnesses among children aged three and younger, according to research.

Novel keratin ingredient may relieve joint pain and stiffness: RCT data

17-Sep-2013 By Stephen Daniells

Daily intake of a keratin-based dietary supplement may provide relief for the symptoms of knee osteoarthritis, suggest results of a clinical trial published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements.