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A recently published study found that Ahiflower oil from the seeds of Buglossoides arvensis may improve plasma eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) levels.

A recently published study found that a novel keratin-based formulation called Keragen-IV from AIDP Inc. was able to support the skin and hair health in women.

A recent animal study found that lysophosphatidylcholine (LPC)-bound omega-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (LCPUFAs), marketed as Lysoveta by Aker BioMarine, protected against neonatal hypoxic-ischemic (HI) brain injury in mice.

In the study, the probiotic was used as an adjunct to standard treatment, and was found to support recovery.

The study was conducted at 20 research centers in the United States by Aker BioMarine and the Lupus Clinical Investigators Network with oversight by Lupus Therapeutics, the clinical research affiliate of the Lupus Research Alliance.

A recent study found that a non-genetically modified, wild-type fructanase preparation manufactured by Bio-Cat as Optiziome Fructanase (previously known as Optiziome Inulinase) was well-tolerated and safe, compared to placebo.

Results showed that children taking a gummy supplement containing EpiCor saw significantly less symptom severity when they contracted the cold or flu and also consumed less cold medication.

A 2013 study published in BMC Medicine titled “DNA barcoding detects contamination and substitution in North American herbal products,” has been retracted by the publication’s editor.

Researchers reviewed 11 studies and found that there was no difference in the incidence of bleeding events between patients receiving omega-3 PUFAs and those not receiving them. High dose EPA consumption was associated with an elevated but modest risk.

A recent study found that a novel blend of probiotics may modulate estrogen levels in healthy peri- and post-menopausal women.

The magnesium L-threonate used in the study is marketed as Magtein by ThreoTech and distributed by AIDP. The study was conducted by neuroscientists from Neurocentria and Tsinghua University.

The branded palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) ingredient called Levagen+ significantly improved dynamic lower body power, and did not inhibit strength training adaptations unlike NSAIDs or other analgesics.

Findings from Brightseed and Ocean Spray's research will be presented in a poster session presented by Ocean Spray research scientists at the American Society of Nutrition’s NUTRITION 2024 conference on June 30, 2024 at 11:45 am CDT in Chicago, IL.

According to the paper’s author, Stephanie Venn-Watson, DVM, MPH, deficiency in pentadecanoic acid of ≤0.2% total circulating fatty acids increases the risk of ferroptosis, which a type of cell death cause by the peroxidation of fragile fatty acids in cell membranes that combines with iron thus increasing reactive oxygen species, and disabling mitochondria.

A recent preclinical study found that supplementation with a branded pomegranate extract called Pomanox, from Euromed, may support liver health and alleviate fructose-induced metabolic impairment.

The project’s objective is to study the effect of phenolics on in vitro skin cell cultures, with a focus on keratinocyte cellular signaling and skin homeostasis.

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A recent study found that the combination of fructooligosaccharide (FOS) and L-theanine, marketed as GBL-Memory from Green Bioactives, based in Edinburgh, Scotland was able to support memory in both animals and humans.

A recent study found that supplementation with a branded probiotic strain from Blis Technologies may reduce the incidence, duration, and severity of oral mucositis (OM) in radiotherapy patients.

According to the company’s press release, the collaboration will involve multiple aspects of digital technology, including novel ingredient discovery, formulation optimization, personalized care, and efficient clinical trial processes.

Results showed that the lemon flavonoid extract exerted antioxidant effects, and reduced biosynthesis and degradation products to maintain balanced cholesterol levels.

The researchers concluded that fish oil supplementation by healthy people may actually put them at risk of developing atrial fibrillation and stroke, while offering a benefit to those diagnosed with cardiovascular disease by reducing their risk of experiencing major adverse cardiovascular events.

The article commissioned by The Global Organization for EPA and DHA Omega-3s (GOED) reviewed the state of omega-3 fatty acid testing, highlighting the value of testing and the commercially available options for diagnostic testing.

The mechanisms and potential cognitive health benefits of choline phospholipids.

Brightseed has introduced Rapid Profiling and expanded microbiome capabilities to help its partners unlock novel health insights for product development and accelerated commercialization timelines.

The study found that supplementation with the French maritime pine bark extract was able to reduce skin discoloration, or hyperpigmentation, following sclerotherapy, which is a minimally invasive produce for managing primary superficial veins, known as spider veins.

The study was carried out by the French research institute Expansion Consulteam in collaboration with Virginie Florin and Nathalie Simon, who are French lifestyle influencers.

Researchers examined the effects of MK-7 and menaquinone-4 (MK-4) on neuroblastoma cells to understand how different forms of vitamin K2 impact the expression of genes involved in neurodegeneration and neuroinflammation.

The Women's Health Initiative is the high water mark for women's health research. What can the nutraceutical industry learn from WHI to further scientific research about the impacts of diet, lifestyle, and supplementation on women's health?

The results show that Dermial supports skin hydration and skin brightness to reduce signs of aging.