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Review Examines SAMe’s Possible Benefits in Mild Traumatic Brain Injury

A review of current research indicates potential benefits to depression, pain, fatigue, and cognition following post-concussive changes.

07.27.21

Vitamin K2 Could Benefit Cardiovascular Health of Nicotine Users

Research showed vitamin K2 to be an effective antioxidant capable of reducing oxidative stress and nicotine-induced vascular smooth muscle cell calcification.

07.27.21

CoQ10 Supplementation Shown to Benefit ICU Patients on Mechanical Ventilation in Small Pilot Study

Daily intake of 400 mg of CoQ10 significantly reduced inflammatory markers, reduced mechanical ventilation duration, and improved metabolic measures.

07.26.21

Omega-3 DHA Linked to Unique Metabolic Benefits Among Postmenopausal Women

In a group of overweight/obese postmenopausal women, those who took DHA experienced cardiometabolic and body composition benefits.

07.21.21

Trans-Resveratrol Hesperetin Combination Linked to ‘Reversals’ of Insulin Resistance

A recent clinical trial showed this supplement attenuated a key metabolic marker of type 2 diabetes.

07.21.21

Herbal, Botanical Partners to Share Quality Information

Four nonprofit industry education organizations will freely provide hundreds of chemical fingerprints for herbal and botanical ingredients to researchers.

07.13.21

Probiotic Shown to Improve Glycemic Control in Prediabetic Patients

A strain of bacteria isolated from Korean kimchi was shown to improve metabolic parameters in people with clusters of prediabetes symptoms.

07.12.21

American River Nutrition Affirms GRAS Status of Geranylgeraniol Ingredient

A safety dossier from an independent panel of experts affirms GG-Gold’s safety in foods and beverages.

07.07.21

More Fish Fats, Less Vegetable Oils Can Reduce Migraines, Study Finds

The NIH-funded research found this dietary strategy can reduce both the frequency and intensity of monthly migraines.

07.06.21

High Omega-3 DHA Linked to Lower Incidence of Psychosis in Young Adults

The fatty acids’ modulation of inflammation and synaptogenesis could have a role to play in cognitive function, the authors of a new study suggest.

06.28.21

Vedic Lifesciences Discusses Impact of Pandemic on Research to Date

The India-based CRO discussed keeping up with trends in weight management and sports nutrition in contract research despite recent challenges.

06.24.21

CRN and ANSF Partner for Academic Awards Program

The scholars program will provide students with educational awards to attend CRN’s 2021 ‘Science In Session’ event.

06.24.21

Probiotic Eases GI Symptoms in Elite Cyclists

High-intensity exercise, especially at the elite level, is known to come with digestive health concerns.

06.23.21

Soil Quality and Landscapes Affect Nutritional Content of Cereal Grains

In what researchers describe as a ‘zip code lottery,’ an analysis of thousands of cereal grains and soils uncovered factors in nutritional quality.

06.23.21

In Vitro Study of Red Seaweed Identifies Potentially Beneficial Compounds

A specific type of sugar found in this staple of Japanese cuisine was pointed to for potential association with colon cancer reduction.

06.22.21

23andMe Closes Merger with VG Acquisition Corp

The business combination will be called 23andMe holding Co., and can now be traded on the Nasdaq Global Select Market.

06.22.21

Breaking News | Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Industry & Market News | Medical Nutrition

Pharmacists Report High Supplement Usage Despite Slipping Self-Care Routines

Eight out of 10 pharmacists reported that daily vitamin supplementation was an important part of their own health routine.

06.18.21

Study Establishes Link Between Gut Microbiome and Stroke Risk

TMAO, a postbiotic byproduct of red meat and other animal products, was a predictor in stroke severity and functional outcomes in the aftermath.

06.17.21

New Study Backs Early Evidence of Association Between Low Vitamin K and COVID-19 Severity

Backed by Kappa Bioscience, the study found hospitalized patients with low vitamin K were more likely than on average to have low vitamin K status.

06.16.21

Ginger Extract Shows Positive Role in Alleviating Functional Dyspepsia

DolCas’ Ginfort demonstrated positive effects across a cluster of upper digestive symptoms.

06.14.21

Sclerocarya Birrea Evidenced to Improve Glycemic Metabolism in Prediabetic Patients

In an effort to mitigate diabetic risk, extracts from this fruit successfully improved measures of glucose metabolism in 90 days.

06.11.21

Women’s Mental Health More Strongly Linked to Dietary Factors, Study Finds

Exercise, however, could reduce the negative associations between certain foods and mental distress in mature women.

06.10.21

Scientific Paper Identifies Gastrointestinal Health Benefits of Bovine Colostrum

Colostrum consists of several growth factors, nutrients, hormones, and paracrine factors linked to healthy gut barrier function.

06.08.21

Clinical Review Examines Studies on Multi-Strain Probiotic Formula Probiokid

A total of 28 clinical studies show evidence of digestive and immune support, anemia treatment support, and more.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 06.07.21

NHANES Data Study: Young Children Have Inadequate Intakes of Calcium, DHA, Vitamin D, Iron

Inadequacies in children between the ages of 1-6 could impact physical, social, cognitive growth during important developmental years.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 06.03.21

Market Report: Growing Optimism Surrounds New Technologies in Nutrition

A global industry survey conducted by Nutrify Today and Baker Dillon Group reveals optimism regarding the use of new technologies in food and supplements.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 06.02.21

Medical Nutrition | Regulations | World Markets

Going Global with Clinical Nutrition Products

Global markets present additional regulatory hurdles, but focusing on countries with more clearly defined requirements can help simplify the process.

By Gregory Stephens, Windrose Partners 06.02.21

Specific Supplement Regimen, Combined With Healthy Diet, Significantly Lowers CVD Risk, Study Finds

The results stemmed from observational data involving 69,990 participants tracked over the course of 10 years.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 06.01.21

Study Finds Most U.S. Adults Have Low Blood Serum Levels of Omega-3s

Serum biomarker reference ranges in 945 children and 1,316 adults suggest that the American Public is struggling to meet U.S. Dietary Guidelines.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.27.21

NIH-Funded Study Finds High Dose of DHA Linked to Lower Preterm Birth Rate

Women taking 1,000 mg of this omega-3 fatty acid in the last half of pregnancy had a lower rate of preterm birth than women who took standard 200 mg doses.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.24.21

Chocolate Consumption Linked to Reduced CAD Risk in Veterans Study

According to epidemiological data sourced from 188,447 people, chocolate had a dose-dependent relationship on crude incidence rates of fatal and nonfatal CAD events or procedures.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.21.21

Biotis GOS Ingredient Shown to Reduce Self-Reported Anxiety in Young Women

Galacto-oligosaccharides, a prebiotic fiber, may exhibit some effects on the gut-brain axis, the authors of the study said.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.20.21

Epidemiological Study Finds Vegetarians Have Healthier Biomarker Profiles than Meat-Eaters

This trend applied to adults of any age and weight, which was unaffected by smoking and alcohol consumption, according to data from over 177,000 U.K. adults.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.18.21

Annatto Tocotrienol Evidenced to Improve Glycemic Control in Type 2 Diabetic Patients

Vitamin E in the form of Delta-tocotrienols has been shown to exhibit unique health effects from the tocopherols form.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.18.21

Cocoa Flavanols Evidenced to Improve Lower Limb Vascular Function In Older Adults

This improvement, in conjunction with previous benefits seen in upper body muscle, suggest that flavanols have potent activity relevant to sarcopenia.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.17.21

Nitrate Intake Linked to Muscle Function Independent of Physical Activity Levels

While physical activity certainly heightened the benefit, this was the first study to demonstrate efficacy in standalone nitrate supplementation.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.14.21

Blueberry and Soluble Fiber Supplementation Evidenced to Reduce Risk of Gestational Diabetes

The pilot study found that the combination reduced excess gestational weight gain and improved glycemic control and inflammation in pregnant women with obesity.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.13.21

CRN Foundation Announces Launch of Vitamin D Consumer Education Campaign

The “Vitamin D & Me!” campaign shares research, expert video interviews, news, and education focused on the role of Vitamin D in COVID-19 outcomes.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.11.21

IFT Virtual Conference Covers Future Projections, Strategies for New Dietary Guidelines Education

The two-day conference focused on how the 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans can simplify healthy eating across life stages.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.06.21

ISAPP Publishes Consensus Definition of 'Postbiotics'

Several health benefits have been substantiated for inanimate microorganisms, as well as their components.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.06.21

Intake of Omega-3s and Omega-6s May Be Predictors of Sleep Disorders, Sleep Duration in Adults

This link was established via findings from NHANES between the years 2007 and 2016.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.03.21

Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Medical Nutrition

Hologram Sciences Seeks to Digitize Personal Nutrition

The mission-driven company intends to provide clinically proven products that target various conditions.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.03.21

Six Unhealthy Eating Behaviors Have Spiked Since COVID-19, Study Finds

Of most concern, the researchers probing into COVID-19 impacts discovered a slight increase in eating disorders.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.30.21

NMN Shown to Offer Two Benefits to Humans Out of Many More Seen in Mice

While several metabolic benefits seen in animals didn’t translate to humans, these findings warrant further investigations into NMN’s human benefits.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.30.21

Additional Cognitive Developments Observed in Folic Acid Supplementation Past First Trimester

The authors of a new study suggest new recommendations regarding maternal use of this essential nutrient.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.29.21

Daily High-Dose Omega-3 Supplementation Linked to Improved Response to Stressors

Researchers at Ohio State University noted several positive signs that aging benefits were consistent across the duration of a stressful event.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.29.21

Experts Suggest Shifting Policy Perspectives from ‘Food Security’ to ‘Nutrition Security’

A new article featured in JAMA suggests policies should focus on making sure the food people have access to is healthy and nourishing.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.27.21

Hologram Sciences Debuts in Market with Immune Support Brand D.velop

The package includes a vitamin D formula, diagnostic kit, and digital support.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.27.21

Milk Consumption, Especially in Early Life, Linked to Reduced Asthma Risk

NHANES data suggest that low-fat milk, and regular milk consumption beginning early in life, had the most pronounced link to healthy lung function.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.26.21

Study Finds Omega-3 Index is Strong Risk Predictor of Premature Death

This new evidence solidifies overall life expectancy increases for those with a higher intake of EPA and DHA.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.23.21

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