Heart Health

OmegaQuant is giving consumers a way to measure omega-3 content-and a reason to take supplements.

An animal study found that vitamin K2 as MK-7 boosts nitric oxide (NO) to improve NO-dependent endothelial function. 

Living up to its reputation as “The Golden Spice,” turmeric shines in new studies on liver function, memory, cholesterol, and sperm quality.

A recent double-blind, randomized, and single equivalent dose study found that a self-micro-emulsifying drug delivery system (SMEDDS) called AquaCelle increased the absorption of CoQ10. 

Market researcher IRI provided its insight on which retail channels for dietary supplements are growing, or shrinking, at CRN’s The Conference.

With more U.S. adults taking dietary supplements than ever before, continued consumer confidence in the safety, quality, and efficacy of supplements will remain of utmost importance to those with stakes in the industry.

At October’s SupplySide West trade show, NAI made a big splash with a new version of CarnoSyn called SR CarnoSyn. SR CarnoSyn is a patented, slow-release version of CarnoSyn that NAI says focuses on the healthy aging market and not on athletes.

DolCas Bioetech LLC is launching Bergacyn, a blend of botanical extracts from Italian bergamot citrus fruit (Citrus bergamia) and the wild-crafted Italian artichoke thistle leaf (Cynara cardunculus sylvestris). 

Consumer demand is bringing black seed into the mainstream. Here are some of the studies on its functions driving growth.

An Herbalife scientist explains why it is difficult to determine the amount of punicalagins A&B and ellagic acid simultaneously in pomegranate fruit rind.

The equation the researchers devised might make it possible to determine how much omega-3 EPA and DHA is needed to elevate the omega-3 index to the desired level. 

A recently published double-blind, randomized trial found that supplementation with tomato carotenoids containing a standardized lycopene content, may improve blood pressure in hypertensive patients. 

A study recently published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition evaluated the effects of polyphenol-rich aronia berries on cardiovascular health and gut microbiota. 

As mushroom-product sales skyrocket globally, here is a look at some of the biggest players.

A study recently published in BCM Complementary and Alternative Medicine shows that a standardized extract of Phyllanthus emblica fruit, otherwise known as amla, supports endothelial function, oxidative stress, immune response, and lipid profile.

The researchers from the National Institutes of Health note that there is a lot to learn about palmitoleic acid’s impact on atherosclerosis.

The study shows that vitamin K deficiency is associated with greater arterial stiffness, supporting supplementation with vitamin K. 

A study recently published in Circulation is challenging our understanding about the effect high levels of omega-6 fatty acids have on human health. 

The need for K2 supplementation is prevalent, and K2 suppliers are doing their best to increase the presence of K2 in the dietary supplement market

Sabinsa’s worldwide president Shaheen Majeed underscored the greater metabolic health implications of ForsLean beyond just weight control.

The heart health category remains important to the dietary supplement industry because it includes a stable of products that have proven efficacy and consistent usage.

Amla extract standardized for polyphenols and omega-3 ALA significantly reduced cholesterol levels in recent study.

This new review paper is a component of a campaign to raise awareness of the unique health impacts of vitamin K2 and thus the need for an RDI specifically for vitamin K2.

A new review published in Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine examines the impact calcium supplementation has on bone and cardiovascular health, and the role vitamin K2 may play in proper calcium utilization in the body.

A new study published in Phytotherapy Research demonstrates the long-term benefits of a nutraceutical formulation containing a polyphenol-rich extract of wild brown seaweed and chromium picolinate.