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Study pinpoints gut bacteria linked to reduced heart disease risk

A specific strain of bacteria found in the human gut has the potential to reduce the risk for heart disease, scientists have discovered.

Supplement survey reveals marked shift in health product use during crisis

France’s National Syndicate of Food Supplements’ latest survey reveals a shift in attitude to health, wellbeing and supplement use, triggered in part by the ongoing health crisis.

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HRB probiotics formula for rejuvenation of the ageing immune system

People worldwide are living longer than ever before. According to the World Health Organization, the proportion of individuals aged 60 years and older is expected to increase by 45%, up from 900 million in 2015 to 2 billion by 2025.

Mice study: Corn flavonoids act as anti-inflammatory against IBD

Flavonoids from a specifically designed corn line may act an anti-inflammatory agent against Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), according to a new study in mice.

FDA report details poor quality control, undisclosed THC in many CBD products

An FDA report on the CBD marketplace reveals that many of the products tested contain THC that was not identified on the labels. In addition, a majority of the products did not meet label claim for CBD content, with either too little or too much CBD.

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Boosting immunity from baby to beyond

In the quest to better protect themselves against colds and flu, consumers are learning that a strong immune system begins with a healthy gut – and the making of good gut health begins at birth.

Avocado pulp may speed post-exercise cardiovascular recovery: RCT

Consuming avocado pulp prior to aerobic exercise may accelerate cardiovascular recovery after exercise, with blood pressure and heart rate returning to normal levels faster than placebo, suggests a small study from Brazil.

Key takeaways from Sports Nutrition and COVID-19: Adapting, Navigating & Bracing for the Aftermath

NutraIngredients-USA hosted a webinar discussing the many curveballs thrown at the sports nutrition industry in recent months. Our expert panel examined how the pandemic shifted the category, research, consumer behavior, how brands are adapting, as well...

Coronavirus: Your one-stop blog for food industry updates

Bringing together trusted global food industry coverage from across our universe of B2B titles to provide rolling updates and breaking news on the implications of COVID-19 for the food sector.