Cognitive Function

Green Mediterranean Diet Linked to Better Cognitive Health Outcomes

The closer patients adhered to a high-polyphenol diet mostly containing plants, the more optimal their brain measurements were, researchers concluded.

01.17.22

Cocoa/Red Berry Consumption Linked to Neurocognitive Benefits in Healthy Adults

A flavanol and anthocyanin-rich dietary intervention resulted in improvements in a battery of neurocognitive tests in 60 participants.

12.22.21

Bonded Arginine Silicate Linked to Cognitive Health Benefits

The patented complex, branded as Nitrosigine by Nutrition21, was evaluated for its impact on measures of memory, attention, language, and processing speed.

12.21.21

Certified Nutraceuticals’ KollaJell Granted Patent in China

The jellyfish collagen contains essential and nonessential amino acids, rich in those related to cognitive function and brain health.

12.14.21

Diet Rich in Plant-Based Foods May Help Reduce Cognitive Impairments in Elderly People

A 12-year study carried out on 842 people relied on profiling multiple metabolites, and the pathways they took.

12.13.21

OmegaQuant Launches Vitamin B12 Status Test

The latest in a line of personal testing kits meaures uMMA in urine, the most accurate way of detecting low B12 status.

12.08.21

AstaReal Astaxanthin Awarded U.S. Patent for Exercise Therapy and Cognitive Function Research

Pre-clinical studies conducted by researchers at the University of Tsukuba showed that astaxanthin and exercise improved signs of cognitive function in mice.

12.02.21

High DHA, Low Linoleic Acid Medical Food Shown to Help Cognitive Recovery in Malnourished Children

The addition of DHA conferred a significant cognitive benefit six months after the completion of a diet therapy by thousands of severely malnourished children.

12.01.21

AIDP Adds Cognilipid Brands to Nootropics Portfolio

The phosphatidylserine and phosphatidic acid ingredients have been the subject of several human clinical studies on cognition.

11.18.21

Coffee and Tea Consumption May Reduce Incidence of Stroke and Dementia

While the study on UK Biobank participants resulted in substantial risk reductions, causality could not be determined.

11.17.21

Key Trends in Functional Foods and Beverages for 2022 and Beyond

Conventional wisdom from years ago has been defied. Brands that get the basics right and harness them to consumer trends will be on a good path.

By Julian Mellentin, Director, New Nutrition Business 11.11.21

Boosting the Brain to Address Modern Health Demands

The cognitive health market continues to branch out to address needs throughout the lifespan.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 11.11.21

Women’s Health and Nutrition Research: Part 2

Scientists discussed sleep, pregnancy, estrogen balance, eye health, brain health, and the future of precision nutrition.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 11.09.21

AlgiSys Raising $45 Million to Address Demand for Microalgae-Based EPA

The biotech company has focused on economic and sustainable production of fish-free omega-3 fatty acids suitable for a wide range of products.

11.08.21

Matcha Supplement Linked to Cognitive Support Benefits in Young Adults

A matcha ingredient developed by Taiyo and ITO EN found positive results both during and after stress conditions in young adults.

11.03.21

TravelSana Launches Line of Travel-Centric Nutraceuticals

The company has 12 products in the categories of circulation, digestion, immune system, energy, and cognitive support.

11.03.21

Study Identifies Cognitive Benefits for Esports Ingredient NooLVL

A new study on Nutrition21's bonded arginine silicate ingredient backed cognitive performance benefits in gamers.

11.03.21

Aker BioMarine Partners with Norwegian Esports Team

Heroic, a leading team owned by Norwegian Omaken Sports, has begun supplementing with the company’s krill oil to support their focus.

11.01.21

Animal Study Connects Amino Acids with Possible Brain Health Protection

A complex containing seven amino acids inhibited the death of brain cells, protected the connections between them, and reduced inflammation in mouse models.

11.01.21