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Pharmactive Launches Botanical Extract Formulated for Sexual Health

The damiana extract was the subject of a consumer research study and in vitro analysis.

10.25.22

ISSFAL Issues Statement Acknowledging Relationship Between Omega-3s and Preterm Birth

The organization concluded there is strong evidence for the role of these nutrients in preterm birth prevention.

10.04.22

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Stiriti Debuts in North America with Men's Health Ingredient

The Spilanthes acmella extract has been the subject of two human clinical trials investigating muscle health and sexual function.

09.15.22

Shiitake Mushroom Extract Appears Helpful in HPV Infections

Nearly two thirds of study participants had cleared their HPV infections by the end of the study duration.

06.27.22

Nutraceuticals for Men: Muscle Health and Performance Nutrition

Men have increasing options for dietary supplements and nutritional products that can meet them where they are in age, health status, and motivation.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.03.22

Ovaterra Launches New Prenatal Vitamins

The supplements, designed in collaboration with fertility author Rebecca Fett, contain the full recommended daily allowance of choline.

04.18.22

Quatrefolic Supplementation May Improve Pregnancy Potential

In a study of 269 infertile women, the specialized formulation significantly improved chances of pregnancy and live birth compared to a daily folic acid.

04.14.22

Experts Discuss Emerging Omega-3s Research at GOED Exchange

Recent studies are bringing to light new areas in which omega-3 fatty acids might play a role in human health.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.04.22

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Risk of Insufficient Iodine Intake in Pregnant, Lactating Women May Be Underestimated

The nutrient plays a critical role in proper fetal brain development, especially with motor function.

01.27.22

Diet Targeting Inflammation May Reduce Gestational Diabetes Risk

In a study on 351 women, diets in early pregnancy characterized by fruits, vegetables, fiber, and lower fat content significantly reduced rates of GDM.

01.04.22

Probiotic Supplementation May Help Improve GI Symptoms During Pregnancy

A 16-day regimen of beneficial Lactobacillus strains improved nausea and vomiting, both commonplace issues pregnant women deal with in early pregnancy.

12.06.21

Women’s Health and Nutrition Research: Part 1

Researchers discussed a range of best practices for research in women’s nutrition at CRN’s Science in Session 2021.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 11.09.21

Maternal Choline and Betaine Influence Child Growth up to Age 8

Concentrations of the two nutrients in a mother’s bloodstream during the third trimester made a significant difference in a cohort of 1,331 mothers.

10.08.21

Tongkat Ali Extract May Attenuate Age-Related Testosterone Declines

The herbal extract, manufactured as LJ100 by HP Ingredients, improved testosterone levels in men between the ages of 50 and 70.

09.01.21

Fenugreek Study Found Improved Sexual Dysfunction in Young Healthy Women

Akay’s extract, FenuSMART, was shown to have a positive influence on hormonal balance, and attenuate multiple symptoms.

08.09.21

French Maritime Pine Bark Extract Linked to Reduction of Recurrent UTI

Pycnogenol outperformed in reducing infection occurrence and decreasing symptoms compared to cranberry extract, a well-known anti-UTI ingredient.

08.04.21

HP Ingredients’ LJ100 Evidenced to Support Healthy Hormone Regulation in Young Males

The branded Eurycoma longifolia extract was shown to support de novo synthesis of testosterone, following previous studies on efficacy in adults.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 06.04.21

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

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