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Probiota Asia 2019

More validation, standardisation, and mechanism of action studies needed to address gaps in probiotics research

07-Nov-2019 By Guan Yu Lim

There is a need for more validated, standardised, randomised control trials (RCT) studying the mechanism of action in probiotics research.

Synbiotics may have dose-dependent effect against IBS symptoms: South Korean RCT

08-Jan-2019 By Cheryl Tay

Synbiotics can alleviate gastrointestinal symptoms and fatigue associated with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), depending on the dosage administered, according to a South Korean RCT.

How do you test a nootropic supplement for efficacy? Analytical labs weigh in

16-May-2018 By Adi Menayang

There has been an increased demand for testing nootropic dietary supplements, according to several analytical labs. How can companies substantiate claims around cognitive benefits?

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.

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.