Research
Scientific and clinical evidence supporting the health benefits of dietary supplements and functional foods has become an important part of doing business in these markets. Fact is consumers want proof that these products are safe and that they work as they're supposed to. This section of our site contains the most current information relevant to the research behind various products.
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Curcumin Extract Shows Benefit, Reduces Analgesic Use in Osteoarthritis Patients
In a group of 101 OA patients, improvements were seen in both self-reported pain and performance based metrics.01.19.22
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Vitamin D and Cholesterol Found to Correlate with Mild Cognitive Impairment
The authors of a recent study proposed that because vitamin D regulates calcium, the two factors could be connected.01.18.22
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Vitamin K Status May Have Stronger Impact on COVID-19 Than Vitamin D Deficiency
A new study supported by Kappa Bioscience concludes that D supplementation should be complemented with vitamin D.01.17.22
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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
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PEA as a CBD Alternative? Analysis Breaks Down the Overlap and Differences
While there is much to uncover in the realm of human outcomes, the paper makes an in-depth scientific comparison between the two endocannabinoids.01.13.22
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Two Cannabis Compounds Inhibit COVID-19 Infection in In Vitro Study
CBDA and CBGA bind to the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein, according to a team of Oregon State University researchers.01.13.22
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Olam Food Ingredients Partners with Brightseed to Use its AI Research Platform
The goal of the partnership will be to identify novel health benefits and compounds in black pepper and garlic, two extensively researched botanicals.01.13.22
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Gadot Encouraged by FDA’s Qualified Health Claims Approval for Magnesium
CEO Ohad Cohen said that the agency’s decision will allow this health benefit to be much more well-understood across both the industry and consumers.01.13.22
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Probiotic Formula Shown to Benefit COVID-19 Outpatients with Mild Symptoms
Kaneka Group/AB-Biotics' AB21 was associated with reduction of viral load, duration of symptoms, and rate of remission in a study conducted in 2020.01.12.22
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Cancer Survivors with Adequate Nutrition had Self-Reported Higher Quality of Life
Based on NHANES data collected from cancer survivors, the authors of a review found that the use of supplements was linked to long-term, cost-effective benefit.01.11.22
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Olive Oil Intake Associated with Lower Risk of Cardiovascular Disease Mortality
Study also finds benefit for swapping margarine, butter, mayonnaise, and dairy fat with olive oil.01.11.22
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Annatto Tocotrienol Modifies Metabolism for Favorable Oxidative, Inflammatory Responses
The potent form of vitamin E modified over 100 metabolites related to oxidative stress and inflammation in postmenopausal women.01.10.22
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Magnesium Receives Qualified Health Claim on Blood Pressure Reduction from FDA
Following a review of the evidence, FDA now supports three types of claims on the research, which it still considers to be “inconsistent and inconclusive.”01.10.22
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Prenatal Choline Supplementation Could Impact Child’s Sustained Attention
At the age of 7 years, children of mothers who consumed higher amounts of choline had improved performances in cognitive tests.01.06.22
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Dr. Pierre Kory to Kick Off Presentations At Organic & Natural Health Association Conference
The president of the Front Line of COVID-19 Critical Care Alliance will deliver a keynote speech at the 7th annual event in Fort Myers, Florida.01.06.22
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Research Suggests Omega-3s from Plant Sources Convert Efficiently to DHA
A new animal study provides additional primary evidence for a whitepaper by Nature’s Crops, the makers of the omega-3-rich botanical ingredient Ahiflower.01.05.22
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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
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Top Breaking News Stories from Nutraceuticals World in 2021
These were the most-viewed news stories in 2021.Online Exclusives12.27.21
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Tea Catechins Linked to Protection Against Respiratory Tract Infections
Tea offered protective effects against flu infections in a population of 3,748 clinical trial participants.12.23.21
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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
