May 9th 2024
A recently published study investigated the impact of 30 mg tablets of SunActive Fe Emulsified Microsomal Ferric Pyrophosphate (EMFP) for the treatment of Iron Deficiency Anemia (IDA) in pregnant women.
Nutritional Ingredients for Women's Health: Probiotics and Urogenital Healthcare
January 28th 2011When it comes to urogenital health, many people think about sexual health and fertility. However, keeping a healthy urogenital tract is important, regardless of sexual activity levels or interest in becoming pregnant. Urogenital Health and Vaginal Flora The urogenital tract is an organ system of the urinary tract and reproductive organs. Its health is delicately maintained by multiple types of colonizing beneficial bacteria. Although the vaginal flora can vary among individuals, Lactobacillus species dominate in healthy women.
Research Update: Omega-3s May Reduce Incidence of Gingivitis
December 1st 2010Omega-3s May Reduce Incidence of GingivitisSource: A Naqvi et al., “n-3 fatty acids and periodontitis in U.S. adults,” Journal of the American Dietetic Association, vol. 110, no. 11 (November 2010): 1669–1675.Dietary intake of even modest amounts of omega-3s may significantly improve gum care, according to a study published in the November issue of the Journal of the American Dietetic Association.
CRN Supports DHA for Pregnancy, Counters JAMA Study
October 22nd 2010In light of the findings of an October 19 Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) study that found that fish oil docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) does not aid against postpartum depression, the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) says that a strong body of scientific evidence does support DHA’s use throughout pregnancy.
Soy Intake Reduces Breast Cancer Risk in another Population Study
September 28th 2010Several large population studies have shown soy intake to accompany reduced risks of breast cancer in women, but a team of Korean researchers sought to conduct another study, stating that previous findings have often been “inconsistent.” The results were published in the September issue of the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition.
Canola Oil May Reduce Risk of Breast Cancer
September 23rd 2010Canola oil may inhibit the growth of breast cancer cells, according to research published in the September issue of the journal Lipids. Researchers at North Dakota State University conducted in vitro and in vivo tests to assess the theory.
Water-Soluble Flower Pollen Extract to Be Shown at IFT Show in July
September 17th 2010Graminex (Saginaw, MI) has introduced G60WS, a clear, water-soluble form of its Graminex flower pollen extract. G60WS is a non-allergenic, non-solvent extract that can be formulated for beverage applications, including ready-to-drink products, dry drink mixes, coffee, and tea.
ProCaps Labs Donates Prenatal Vitamins
November 4th 2008ProCaps Laboratories (Henderson, NV) has partnered with Vitamin Angels (Santa Barbara, CA) to produce prenatal vitamins which will be donated to Vitamin Angels\' Maternal Health Program for distribution worldwide, the company announced on November 4. \"Every year more than 500,000 women die during childbirth...complications from childbirth are a leading cause of death and disability among women of reproductive age in developing countries,\" said Howard Schiffer, founder of Vitamin Angels, a 14-year nonprofit with the aim to fight vitamin A deficiency worldwide.