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Based on these results, the researchers concluded that Curcugen from DolCas Biotech may provide anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and analgesic effects following acute exercise. 

Recent study demonstrates curcumin’s potential to support recovery post-exercise

A recent study compared the effects of a bioavailable turmeric extract (BCM-95 from Arjuna Naturals; Dallas, TX) at a dose of 500 mg twice daily to 650 mg of paracetamol (also known as acetaminophen) three times daily for six weeks. 

New study finds that turmeric extract similarly effective to acetaminophen

A recent meta-analysis found that Beta-hydroxy beta-methylbutyrate (HMB), a metabolite of leucine, shows promise in supporting the body composition of older adults. 

Meta-analysis finds that HMB supplementation supports healthy muscle mass in older adults

Aditi Pawar is executive, scientific business development (nutrition), at VAV Lipids (Mumbai, India), an innovation-driven company specializing in cGMP-grade manufacturing of lecithin and phospholipids for nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and cosmeceutical applications. For more information, please visit: 

Vrushali Patil is marketing manager at VAV Lipids (Mumbai, India), an innovation-driven company specializing in cGMP-grade manufacturing of lecithin and phospholipids for nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and cosmeceutical applications. For more information, please visit: 

Liposomal delivery systems have been used to change the pharmacokinetic profiles of herbs, vitamins, enzymes, and even drugs to improve overall therapeutics.

Liposomes and nutraceuticals: Crushing bioavailability barriers

Can supplement companies do a better job of teaching customers about what to expect from immune-health supplements?

Do consumers get how immune health supplements work? Can they cut through the “immune washing”?

Research on ingredients to slow aged-related muscle loss

Sarcopenia Stoppers: Nutritional ingredients to combat age-related muscle loss

PlantaCorp, in collaboration with Surya Research Clinics, recently compared the bioavailability of four different supplemental vitamin C forms.

PlantaCorp announces results of bioavailability study, assessing performance of liposomal vitamin C

A recent study, conducted by Tokiwa Phytochemical and the University of Tokyo, found that a proprietary extract of Thai black ginger, directly interacts with and stimulates sirtuin 1.

Recent study provides evidence of healthy-aging benefits of Maypro’s Sirtmax

A recent study found that a polyphenol-enriched dietary supplement called Zeropollution may help reduce oxidative-stress induced skin damage related to air pollution in urban areas. 

Polyphenol-rich blend of ingredients may protect skin from pollutants, says recent study

Preliminary findings show no evidence of liver disease in the 839 participants and no increase in the prevalence of elevated liver function tests. 

Validcare shares results of CBD safety study with FDA

A recently published study found that, when used topically, fucoidan, a bioactive compound derived from brown seaweed, significantly altered gene expression and inhibited the adhesion of bacteria in an in vitro 3D model of atopic dermatitis.

Fucoidan supports skin microbiome, says recent study

Bioenergy Life Science recently announced the results of an unpublished study, investigating the safety and efficacy of its product RiaGev, which contains a branded D-ribose (Bioenergy Ribose) and vitamin B3. 

A recent study shows RiaGev increases NAD+ and glutathione levels, says Bioenergy Life Science

Omya announced that results of a recent in vitro study that compared the bioavailability of its newly developed source of calcium, Omyaforte 100, with other frequently used calcium salts.

Omya’s new calcium ingredient shows high bioavailability in recent study

Clinical studies are revealing that probiotics could be sports nutrition’s next big thing.

Sports probiotics are gaining ground

A recent study found that supplementation with French pine bark extract helped manage symptoms of fibromyalgia. 

French pine bark extract may help manage symptoms of fibromyalgia, says recent study

A recent study conducted by NSF International and Harvard Medical School found nine prohibited stimulants in 17 sports and weight loss supplements on top of the illegal Deterenol already on the label.

Study from NSF finds illegal stimulants in sports nutrition and weight management products

Metabolomic analysis showed that mice given the soluble fiber showed increased bile acid and tryptophan metabolism which was associated with hypolipidemic effects.

Branded soluble fiber, Litesse, may support lipid metabolism says recent animal study

A recent study found that a polyphenol-rich ingredient composed of extracts of grape, grapefruit, green tea, guarana, and black carrot, in association with vitamin B3 (Fiit-ns from Fytexia) supported the quality of life of overweight subjects. 

Polyphenol-rich ingredient improves quality of life for overweight subjects in recent study

We asked science-centered experts to share their picks for the most exciting sleep ingredients on their radars. Here’s what they told us.

Getting serious about sleep ingredients: Science experts share their picks for the most scientifically credible sleep ingredients

A recent animal study found a potential neuroprotective effect from a turmeric extract (BCM-95 from Arjuna Natural Pvt. Ltd.) in combination with turmeric essential oil (Curcugreen from Arjuna). Neurotoxicity was induced by injecting aluminum chloride, which impairs spatial learning and memory.