Heart Health

Mainstream media continue to question the heart-health benefits of omega-3 supplementation, even as positive studies emerge. What’s a supplement shopper to think?

New studies on probiotics for brain health and mood, dental health, skin health, and heart health

New study results suggest Verdure Sciences’ Pomella pomegranate extract may improve cardiovascular-health markers in patients with myocardial infarction.

A long-term, prospective cohort study finds higher intake of vitamin K2-but not vitamin K1-is “borderline significantly associated” with lower mortality from coronary heart disease.

Participants consuming breads made from different ancient grains varieties experienced significant reduction to several different cardiovascular disease risk factors.

A new study finds that Lycored’s Cardiomato tomato extract may inhibit the LDL oxidation that occurs after eating a high-fat meal.

Frutarom Health’s CitrOlive is designed to support overall cardiovascular function and defend against hardening of the arteries.

Can natural supplements be as effective as drugs-or at least complementary?

OmniActive’s CurcuWin curcumin extract was found to produce a dose-mediated improvement in flow-mediated dilation.

The latest crop of omega-3 research nets positive data for depression, eye health, children’s health, and more.

A particularly strong association between vitamin K2 and peripheral arterial disease was found in patients with diabetes or hypertension.

A new meta-analysis published by the U.S. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality finds evidence that omega-3 consumption lowers triglycerides and raises HDL cholesterol, but its findings on other cardiovascular health markers are less strong.

From cat scans to particle structure, ingredient suppliers are using advanced methods to help food formulators cut sodium.

Preclinical study results suggest Nitrosigine bonded arginine silicate complex significantly increases blood serum levels of arginine and silicon compared to equivalent doses of Nitrosigine’s components individually.

Powerful new evidence for antioxidants in heart and brain health.

Recent research investigates the role of minerals in metabolic health, fertility, and heart health.

FDA’s new draft guidance seeks to reduce daily sodium intake to 2300 mg per person over the course of 10 years.

The new CocoActiv extract contains 300 times more flavanols than regular chocolate, according to Naturex.

An 11-year study found that lower activity of vitamin K-dependent proteins (VKDPs) is associated with an increased risk of ischemic cardiovascular disease.

The new health claim applies to foods containing at least 0.5 grams of EPA and DHA combined.

A new study conducted by Frost & Sullivan explores how widespread daily use of omega-3 supplements among older adults would cut down on hospital events related to cardiovascular disease.

GOED also suggested certain populations should consume higher levels of EPA and DHA per day, such as pregnant and lactating women or people with high blood pressure.

Frutarom’s Portusana purslane extract was found to significantly reduce systolic blood pressure and HbA1c, a marker of blood glucose control, in a new human clinical trial.

What science says about the promising potential health benefits of cocoa flavanols.

Tiredness, stress, and heart disease ranked among some of the top health concern priorities for consumers, according to new research from DuPont Nutrition & Health.