A recent study found that supplementation with 5-methyltetrahydrofolate as Quatrefolic from Gnosis by Lesaffre and a vitamin B complex containing vitamin B12 and B6 had a positive impact on pregnancy outcomes in infertile women undergoing Assisted Reproductive Technologies.
A look at emerging trends in seniors’ heart health supplements
A recent study found that a special blend of two probiotic strains may help reduce the severity of functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs) in infants.
Eye health supplements continue to improve and diversify, with ingredient R&D opening new avenues.
A poster recently presented on March 25, 2022 at the 2nd International Electronic Conference on Nutrients (IECN) demonstrated that MenaQ7 Vitamin K2 as MK-7 counteracts oxidative stress in vascular smooth muscle cells (SMCs) as well as increasing adenosine triphosphate (ATP) production.
What new scientific developments are underway in algae and marine ingredients?
Why fisetin is an important nutraceutical that can improve the lifespan and healthspan of men and women.
The new development comes out of ProFuture, a European-funded Horizon 2020 research project. ProFuture’s goal is to increase production and use of protein-rich microalgae ingredients in food and feed.
As customers rededicate themselves to sports and active nutrition, supplement companies are looking beyond challenges at long-term opportunities.
The new ingredient, introduced by Gencor, is called HairAge Vitae and comes from Ageratum conyzoides, a plant common in Africa, Asia, and South America.
Open Book Extracts has announced the completion of its first randomized, controlled trial on the effects of rare cannabinoids such as CBC and CBG on long-term pain, well-being, and quality of life. OBX did this with the assistance of Radicle Science.
In a new study, researchers investigated whether the ingredient HydroCurc could help reduce the systemic inflammation and gastrointestinal side effects associated with iron supplementation.
Researchers found that UC-II supplementation restored 3.23 degrees of knee flexion.
A recent study investigated the bioavailability of a proprietary curcumin formulation called Curcumin Ultra+, comparing it to 95% turmeric extract.
A recent study found that daily consumption of cranberries improved endothelial function in healthy adults. The study was funded by the Cranberry Institute and by the Research Committee of the Medical Faculty of Heinrich-Heine University Dusseldorf.
A recent human clinical trial investigated the safety and efficacy of a novel transgenic long-chain omega-3 rich canola oil called Nutriterra, from Nuseed Nutritionals U.S. Inc.
Vegan options, innovative delivery systems, and ingredient pairings will keep consumers coming back to vitamin D long after the pandemic has passed.
Bringing a nature-identical turmeric molecule to market is a first for Sabinsa.
The randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, two-by-two factorial trial investigated cocoa flavanol supplementation and multivitamins for the prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and cancer among 21,442 U.S adults free of major CVD and recently diagnosed cancer.
There are many paths to cognitive support, and creating a product that’s just right for your target customer can be daunting.
A recent study found that a proprietary multi-herb extract formula called KaraHeart (from Karallief Inc., based in Cambridge, MA), supports healthy cholesterol levels.
A recently published study found that a proprietary lemon verbena extract called relaxplx from Monteloeder may help reduce stress and support sleep quality.
With support from the Norwegian Research Council and a research grant awarded to NattoPharma ASA (now Gnosis by Lesaffre), Grzegorz Wasilewski defended his doctoral thesis on the cardiovascular and bone health benefits of vitamin K2.
Subjects experienced positive results without having to change their diets, demonstrating that the ingredients may be well-suited for a personalized nutrition approach.
Building on its previous discovery of N-trans caffeoyltyramine (NCT) and N-trans-feruloyltyramine (NFT), two bioactive compounds with the potential to support liver health and healthy metabolism, Brightseed has announced that the two compounds have been discovered in hemp seed shells.
