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Researchers investigating omega-3s are uncovering new arenas for their broad spectrum of health effects, including some not previously explored.

High protein intake may have as much of an effect on blood pressure as lifestyle risk factors such as salt intake, smoking, physical activity, and alcohol consumption, according to a new study.

Probiotics Workshop guest speaker Sunita Kumar gave us a birds’-eye view of what we can expect from the emerging microbiome sphere moving forward.

Fewer citicoline studies have focused on effects of a low dose in healthy populations, and even fewer have studied potential benefits for younger people-until now.

For the first time, Sustamine’s effects were tested when consumed in an electrolyte-containing rehydration sports drink.

The new study explored the anti-viral potential of Rhodiola rosea among marathon runners.

Hispanics and African Americans may also be at greater risk of vitamin D insufficiency, based on the study results.

A new study suggests a multispecies probiotic may reduce cognitive reactivity to sad mood in non-depressed individuals.

Results of a new study could have implications for people suffering from glucose intolerance or type 2 diabetes.

Want to lose body fat? A low-fat diet-as opposed to a low-carb diet-may be the way to go, NIH research shows.

Virginia Tech researchers hope doctors and dieticians can use this new tool to counsel their patients on beverage intake.

The MALDI-TOF method is instrumental in characterizing the proanthocyanidin (PAC) content in cranberries where other authentication methods, such as DNA testing, may fail.

Post NY AG investigation, how has DNA testing actually impacted the dietary supplements industry?

The study also looked at the effects of plant protein versus animal protein.

The researchers suggest exploring the combination of Sustamine and whey protein for muscle repair.

New preliminary clinical trial results indicate that Neuro Bliss, a functional beverage marketed for relaxation, may help reduce levels of stress and cortisol in human subjects.

KD Pharma (Bexbach, Germany) is now officially launching the ingredient, KD Active, for the sports nutrition market.

Italian researchers studied the cardio benefits of Kamut, a commercial-branded khorasan wheat ingredient.

A new study out of Tasmania suggests the seaweed extract may have potential to alleviate ulcerative colitis.

A soon-to-be-published clinical study sheds some more positive light on the potential weight loss benefits of chitosan.

A new study suggests a combination of Setria glutathione and L-citrulline may be effective at increasing nitric oxide levels after exercise.

Researchers administered 40 healthy men a placebo or 3 g of OptiMSM daily for four weeks.

A number of catalysts are now spurring interest in this shortfall nutrient.

Fenugreek and chitosan take on blood sugar in new research.