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Bioiberica collagen reduces osteoarthritis symptoms in five days, study shows

Bioiberica’s type II collagen, Collavant n2, can reduce symptoms of osteoarthritis in just five days when combined with the herbal extract Boswellia serrata, new research suggests.

Parliamentary group divided on proposals for new CBD approval system

Proposals to overhaul the UK Cannabidiol (CBD) approval system has led to tension among some members of the Secretariat Advisory Board (SAB) of the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) that liaises with government to inform industry policies.

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One Ingredient Fulfills Two Common Consumer Needs

Water-soluble eggshell membrane provides a holistic nutrient-dense package for key concerns such as mobility and skin health.

Evidence to support short-term benefits of blueberry consumption on healthy adults is inconclusive, say researchers

Short-term consumption of blueberries can improve health outcomes in adults at high-risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) but results on healthy individuals are ambiguous and require further investigation to establish long-term outcomes.

PEA shown to inhibit COVID-19 by dual mechanisms – Gencor

PEA shown to inhibit COVID-19 by dual mechanisms, trial results to be out in Q3 – Gencor

Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) has shown to inhibit the COVID-19 virus in both in-silico and in-vitro settings, and positive findings from a clinical trial are expected to be published in Q3, says functional ingredient firm Gencor.

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Robust shell, high quality, low risk: Gelatin as preferred excipient for soft capsules

As global demand for softgel capsules continues to grow, Marijo Clark, President of MC Softgel Experts and soft-capsule product formulator, explains her preference for gelatin over alternate excipients to develop new products.

NOW reveals new trick spotted on Amazon to deceive consumers about product quality

In an ongoing market surveillance program, supplement manufacturer NOW has revealed a new trick spotted on Amazon to deceive consumers about what a product’s testing results actually mean.

New Zealand is investigating nutritional benefits of the cherry in conjunction with the Riddet Institute. ©Getty Images

Not cherry picking: NZ hopes cherry functional health benefits can help boost exports

New Zealand is pumping in cash to boost its cherry-growing industry by funding research to assess the nutritional value of the stone fruit that has been purported to reduce inflammation, regulate blood pressure and improve sleep among many.