Science

The International Scientific Association of Probiotics and Prebiotics (ISAPP) has released a consensus statement on the definition and scope of postbiotics.

A recently published study found that a synergistic blend of bilberry, standardized to 36% anthocyanins, astaxanthin, and lutein helped reduce eye fatigue after screen time.

Central pathology labs are increasingly important resources in dietary supplement clinical trials, but even they need to be assessed especially in COVID times.

As part of the European Union funded EARNEST project (EARly Nutrition programming-long term follow up of Efficacy and Safety Trials), a recently published study demonstrated the safety and efficacy of using oligofructose-enriched inulin to reduce the duration of infections during the first year of an infant’s life.

A recently published study found that Helicobacter pylori infection significantly declined when subjects consumed a cranberry juice standardized to high proanthocyanidin (PAC) content.

Evidence shows that an integrative medicine approach pairing some common drugs and nutraceuticals makes sense.

A recently published study found that the probiotic strains may help reduce symptoms of pharyngitis and tonsillitis, which are the most common acute respiratory infections (ARI) in children five years of age and younger.

Bone health is a top priority for some consumers, but not all. The supplements industry would like to see that change.

Also, could specific lipid-based delivery systems help?

Results showed that supplementation with Pycnogenol prevented a decrease in skin hydration, transepidermal water loss, reflecting a significant improvement in skin barrier function, and skin darkening during the dry autumn season.

A recently published study found that a dispersible palmitoylethanolamide (PEA), called Levagen+ may help alleviate joint discomfort.

Scientists and other interested parties are exploring all of the plant kingdom in hopes of finding solutions.

Bioiberica has partnered with Apsen to develop a mobility product for the Brazilian market. The product, Motilex HA, combines two of Bioiberica’s leading joint health ingredients: b-2Cool native type 2 collagen, and Mobilee hyaluronic acid.

PharmaLinea announced the publication of a new clinical trial demonstrating the safety and efficacy of its novel food supplement >Your< Iron Syrup.

A recently published study found that supplementation with a polyphenolic extract of hibiscus flower and lemon verbena leaf, called MetabolAid helped reduce blood pressure in prehypertensive and type 1 hypertensive subjects.

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

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.

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

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

Research on ingredients to slow aged-related muscle loss

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

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.

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.

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