Nutraceuticals

Green Tea Extract Potentially Attenuates Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy

The longer the study went on, the more responsive patients became to this polyphenol-rich compound in assessments of pain and nerve dysfunction.

07.29.21

Bodybalance Collagen Peptides Shown to Be Especially Beneficial in Middle-Aged Men

In 97 untrained men with sarcopenia, benefits of the specific collagen formulation outweighed those of whey protein and placebo supplementation.

07.29.21

Glucosamine Demonstrates Possible Gut Health Benefits

A double-blind study concluded that glucosamine supplementation led to reductions in stomach bloating and other digestive issues.

07.28.21

FrieslandCampina’s Biotis Sleepwell Ingredient Linked to Better Night’s Sleep

The complex of prebiotic fiber, amino acids, and vitamins and minerals was linked to sleep quality and reduced morning cortisol levels.

07.28.21

Ashwagandha Ingredient Shown to Improve Sleep and Quality of Life

Ashwadaat, an Ashwagandha-based botanical ingredient, reduced cortisol levels to normal range within 30 days.

07.28.21

Astragalus Extract Attenuates Exercise-Induced Immunosuppression, Study Finds

The botanical ingredient modulated immune system responses to maximal physical exertion in a double-blind study.

07.27.21

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Food Innovation Partners Aim to Deliver on Children’s Nutrition

Agreement between Balchem and author of book series Ninja Life Hacks to yield branded products that promote healthy relationship with food.

07.27.21

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

Sports Nutrition Benefits Confirmed for Nutrition21’s Velositol Combined with Whey Protein

Addition of 2 grams of Velositol to 15-gram dose of whey protein increased total squat reps, jump power, and jump height more than whey protein alone.

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

Ingredients By Nature Acquires Sytrinol Brand

Sytrinol specializes in a citrus-palm fruit extract blend, containing high amounts of polymethoxylated flavones to target unhealthy cholesterol levels.

07.26.21

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Deficiencies in Vitamin K2 or Vitamin D Associated with Poor COVID-19 Outcomes

Findings will inform further investigations and implications for inflammation among COVID-19 patients, researchers said.

07.23.21

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Curcumin Formulation Study Confirms Enhanced Bioavailability

Curcugen curcumin extract offered 39-fold enhanced bioavailability capabilities over conventional curcuminoids 95%.

07.23.21

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Algae-Sourced Beta-Glucan Targets Immune Health

Euglena gracilie from Solabia-Algatech Nutrition produced through fermentation technology to deliver high beta-glucan plus protein, vitamins, minerals and more.

07.23.21