Health Conditions

Study Further Substantiates Vitamin K2’s Cardiovascular Benefits

The latest research provides more evidence that vitamin K2 as MK-7 may decrease arterial stiffening, and induce weight loss in women.

07.07.20

Ancient Nutrition Debuts Line of Fermented Collagen Capsules

Fermented collagen results in smaller peptides that are ‘pre-digested’ by microorganisms for faster, easier absorption, according to the company.

07.07.20

Getting Ahead of the Curve: Food as Medicine

More consumers are looking for specific health benefits from their purchases, compared to passive messages like ‘clean label.’

By Dr. A. Elizabeth Sloan & Dr. Catherine Adams Hutt, Sloan Trends, Inc. 07.06.20

Curcuminoids Shown to Reduce Pro-Inflammatory Cytokine in Clinical Trial

A potential anti-inflammatory effect was exhibited by critically ill patients with traumatic brain injury who used Sabinsa's curcumin and piperine extracts.

07.06.20

ThymoQuin Combined with Highly Purified Omega-3s Shown to Have Obesity Benefits

The black seed oil extract contains a high concentration of thymoquinone, an antioxidant shown to modulate inflammatory response.

07.02.20

Go-Less Men Receives Non-GMO Project Verification

The plant-based ingredient formulated for healthy bladder function now has important clout attached to one of the most popular health claims.

07.02.20

Trial on Carotenoid Extract Focuses on Visible Beauty Parameters

A 16-week study on Lycoderm saw improvements in skin condition evaluated by photo analysis and self-reporting.

07.02.20

Oat and Rye Bran Fibers Shown to Alter Gut Microbiota Beneficially

A newly published experimental study found that mice exposed to a Western diet model lost weight and had less liver inflammation.

07.02.20

Chromadex Announces New Preclinical Findings for Niagen

Preliminary trials evidenced the NAD+ supplement’s potential to hold protective benefit against degenerative conditions.

07.01.20

CAIF Launches Acerola Powder Extract with Minimum 32% Native Vitamin C

The high-potency ingredient can be used in supplements, beverages, and snacks.

07.01.20

Groups Take Issue with ’60 Minutes’ Segment on Probiotics

Trade associations said that, while the program recognized the safety of probiotics, it dismissed a wealth of research supporting the benefits.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 06.30.20

Do Optimal Vitamin D Levels Impact Cancer Risk?

Researchers made the case that vitamin D’s homeostatic impact on immune function may contribute to cancer prevention.

06.30.20

Vitamin K1 Deficiency Associated with All-cause Mortality, but Not CVD

While K1 is understood to be active in dependent proteins found within the liver, a cohort-based study found that it was not associated with reduced levels of vascular calcification which leads to CVD.

06.30.20

Are Americans Widely Deficient in Nutrients Known to Benefit Immune Support?

Data analyzed by NHANES points to major population percentages deficient in major vitamins.

06.25.20

Stilbenes and Flavonoids Associated with Lower Obesity, Healthier Gut

A study of nearly 2,000 people in the U.K. linked these polyphenols with smaller waistlines and a greater diversity of bacteria in the digestive tract, independent of fiber intakes.

06.25.20

Elixinol Introduces Good Night CBD Capsules

The new product pairs full-spectrum CBD with melatonin, a well-known sleep regulation hormone.

06.25.20

NattoPharma Weighs in on the Case for a Separate Vitamin K2 RDI

Due to the unique health benefits achieved by vitamin K2, which K1 lacks, those at the forefront of vitamin K2 research are calling for a unique RDI.

06.24.20

NattoPharma, KD Pharma Partner to Promote New Ingredient

The two companies have formulated a cardiovascular health ingredient that combines KD Nutra’s high concentrate omega-3s with NattoPharma’s MK-7.

06.24.20

PLT Health Solutions Launches Low-Dose Boswellia Ingredient

The latest innovation, Dynaleve Muscle + Joint, was shown in a clinical trial to aid in joint and muscle recovery and strength post-exercise.

06.24.20

Healthy Aging | Research | Vitamins

NAD+ May Hold Master Key to Cellular Health

Multiple preclinical studies have demonstrated that nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide plays a role in neurological disorders, including age-related conditions.

Online Exclusives By Andrew Shao, PhD, SVP, Global Scientific & Regulatory Affairs, Chromadex 06.23.20