May 10th 2024
The blend of long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids and long-chain monounsaturated fatty acids combines the heart and brain health benefits of omegas-3s with the skin and metabolic health benefits of omegas 9 and 11.
May 6th 2024
Probiotic supplementation was associated with the reduction of conjugated bile acids, cholesterol levels, and the oxidation of LDL cholesterol.
April 19th 2024
At-home testing and wearable tech will put supplements to the test as consumers measure and track their cardiovascular, liver, and blood sugar health.
March 25th 2024
TriNutra has announced structure-function health claims granted by Health Canada for its proprietary black seed oil when taken as an oral supplement.
March 15th 2024
The company states that the oil delivers 60% DHA.
Ingredient Spotlight: Lion's Mane Mushroom
Lion's mane mushroom, also known as hedgehog mushroom, has been used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine.
Blood Pressure and Dietary Supplements
Where nutraceuticals stand in the fight
Omega-3 for Brain Health, Sleep, and Critically Ill Patients
Exploring omega-3 benefits beyond heart health
FDA Approves Three More Omega-3 Drugs. Is This Good or Bad News for Supplements?
Pharma and supplement are both fishing from the same supply pool now.
5 Recent Ginger Studies
Can ginger do more than relieve nausea and vomiting?
New Studies Point to Vitamin D for Lower Blood Pressure, but Research Still Limited
The Vitamin D Council, a nonprofit group, has updated its health summary with studies from 2013 and 2014 looking at the link between vitamin D and blood pressure.
New Meta-Analysis: Omega-3 Lowers Blood Pressure
The meta-analysis is the first to include a study base this broad-70 randomized controlled trials.
Soluble Plant Sterol: Better for Beverages
The company’s new CardioCare ingredient is a crystalline-form plant sterol that is directly emulsified.
First North American Study Supports Whole Grape Extract for Lower Cholesterol
The study is the first North American, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial to examine grape extract for cholesterol health.
Hypertension During Pregnancy May Relate to Magnesium Deficiency
Researchers connect magnesium supplementation with healthier blood pressure readings in pregnant women.
Amla Fruit: Anti-Clotting Without the Bleeding?
The modest anti-clotting effect of amla may be preferred to aspirin and anti-clotting drugs.
Canada Approves Flax Health Claim for Lower Cholesterol
The health claim will relate to whole and milled flax products.
Get Ready for Krill Gummies
Aker BioMarine says it can help manufacturers make these in 2014.
Ingredient Spotlight: Spirulina
A trusted nutritional supplement with newly discovered health benefits and uses
CoQ10 Can Play Role in Statin Therapy
Research continues to link statin therapy to CoQ10 losses.
Research keeps linking statin therapy to CoQ10 losses.
Missing Components of Apple Juice
Researchers see benefit in keeping apple juice cloudy.
Natreon Ripe with Clinical Research
The company plans to publish 10 "gold standard" trials on its ingredients in the coming year.
FDA Nearing Ban of Trans Fats
The agency moves to reclassify partially hydrogenated oils as food additives.
Nitric Oxide Ingredients for Sports
A brief look at the new sports market for nitric oxide ingredients
Animal Study Shows Pomegranate Action on Blood Flow
A preclinical trial shows first-ever in vivo evidence of the fruit's mechanisms of action on endothelial function.
Expo East Review: Cocoa Capsules
CocoaVia makes cocoa flavanols available in capsule format.
Lycopene Affects Systolic Blood Pressure
A meta-analysis attempts to clear the uncertainty around this tomato-based nutrient.
Garlic Tablets Rival Blood Pressure Drug
Saudi researchers perform the first direct comparison of garlic and the drug atenolol.
Orange Juice May Promote Healthy Blood Clotting
The juice of blood oranges and blonde oranges appears to down-regulate blood clotting.
Krill Oil Impresses in Pharma Study
CaPre krill oil lowered triglycerides more than 20% in eight weeks.
Company Supplies Apple Peel Powder
Research-supported AppleActiv delivers the healthy nutrients of apples in a convenient, neutral tasting powder.
Beet Bread Shows Heart-Health Potential
Bread might deliver beets (and their nutrients) in a compliant-friendly fashion.
Barry Callebaut Gets Cocoa Health Claim
A European health claim supports cocoa flavanols for their contribution to healthy blood flow.
Essential Formulas Inc. Launches Chia-Based Omega-3 Range
Chia Omega line boasts vegan and vegetarian formulations.