Heart Health

The category is still notable, especially in global markets.

Two healthy beverage newcomers are turning heads-with barley and pickle.

A new meta-analysis suggests consuming tree nuts may lower total cholesterol, triglycerides, LDL cholesterol, and apolipoprotein B (ApoB), especially in populations with type-2 diabetes.

As part of the agreement, Naturex is licensing the right to utilize a proprietary European Union-approved health claim for this ingredient.

A look back at some of the year’s most impactful research on dietary supplement ingredients.

The following slides shine light on the latest mineral research, showing how much we’ve learned about minerals’ value, and how much we have yet to find out.

Vitamin K2, Pycnogenol, omega-3s, and other ingredients show potential for endothelial health in new research.

Experts say it’s only a matter of time until endothelial health achieves the breakout velocity it needs to make a difference to consumers and supplement marketers.

Omega-3 suppliers are now taking omega-3 concentrates for dietary supplements into near-pharmaceutical territory with concentrations up to 90%, including the first high-concentrate algae oil on the market.

Thrombosis (blood clotting) patients are often prescribed drug treatments, but there is also interest in nattokinase, an enzyme derived from fermented soybean food natto.

A new animal study suggests Vitamin K2 as MK-7 may inhibit calcification in the aorta and myocardium.

High protein intake may have as much of an effect on blood pressure as lifestyle risk factors such as salt intake, smoking, physical activity, and alcohol consumption, according to a new study.

Italian researchers studied the cardio benefits of Kamut, a commercial-branded khorasan wheat ingredient.

A number of catalysts are now spurring interest in this shortfall nutrient.

A new review paper suggests the popular drugs for lowering cholesterol may actually be “mitochondrial toxins.”

There is global opportunity for dietary supplement ingredients that address metabolic health, the companies all say.

The combination of the two amino acids may improve acute nitric oxide bioavailability more than either would by itself.

New vitamin K2 research on bone and heart health, and the significant differences between MK-4 and MK-7

An exploratory study suggests fujiKale may offer cardiovascular health benefits.

Cargill's IngreVita EPA/DHA omega-3 oil takes a turn into non-GMO territory.

Qualitas Health discusses pursuing GRAS affirmation for food and beverage use.

Two Norwegian companies are combining their ingredients in a new combination claiming cardiovascular health benefits.

Unlike raw garlic, aged black garlic is fermented for several months. This fermentation process may make all the difference.

The authors state that use of omega-3s and B vitamins can help cut U.S. hospitalization costs related to coronary heart disease.

Exciting new health applications for enzymes