Cardiovascular health

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IADSA resource highlights iron supplement use to tackle anaemia

02-Dec-2020 By Will Chu

The International Alliance of Dietary Food Supplement Associations (IADSA) makes available an information resource that highlights iron supplementation as key to reducing anaemia among women

Enzyme gives bread 'superfood' nutritional benefits, say scientists

25-Nov-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

A small addition during bread production can unlock the full potential of wholegrain bread, putting it on a par with other ‘superfoods’, according to researchers.

NutraVideo: Probiotic found to promote cardiovascular health

19-Nov-2020 By Danielle Masterson

We all know that probiotics are beneficial to the gut. But what about advantages that extend to other parts of the body? Deerland Probiotics and Enzymes recently announced exciting results from a study that found one specific probiotic strain that does...

Heart health heroes: Whole grains combination recommended for lowering cardiac disease risk

18-Nov-2020 By Pearly Neo

A new Australian study has revealed that different types of whole grains have particular benefits for lowering different areas of heart disease risk – but refined grains are also still recommended as part of a balanced diet.

Rare enzymes warning letter focuses on blood circulation claims

11-Nov-2020 By Hank Schultz

A recent FDA warning letter hones in on alleged disease claims being made by the marketer of a suite of enzyme products.

High omega-3 consumption may aid in post heart attack recovery, study thinks

30-Oct-2020 By Will Chu

Consuming either omega-3 fatty acids strengthens the heart's membranes as well as patient survival rates as a Spanish study points to a drop in hospital readmission and deaths after a heart attack.

New research institute aims to advance omega-3 science

27-Oct-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Dr William Harris, renowned fatty acid researcher and co-creator of the Omega-3 Index, has founded a new research institute to help build the evidence linking higher omega-3 levels with better health outcomes.

High flavanol diet may lead to lower blood pressure: Study

21-Oct-2020 By Danielle Masterson

While dietary recommendations for high blood pressure prevention have focused mainly on dietary patterns and macronutrients, increasing attention has been given to bioactives, a group of non-nutritive dietary compounds that are thought to exert a physiological...

Novel nutritional supplement boosts cognitive performance in Air Force Airmen

19-Oct-2020 By Stephen Daniells

A novel nutritional supplement combined with high-intensity exercise may boost working memory, reaction time, and processing efficiency for Air Force Airmen more than exercise alone, says a study from the US Air Force, Abbott, and the University of Illinois.

Krill oil versus fish oil: Small RCT shows EPA elevated with krill intake

06-Oct-2020 By Tingmin Koe

The supplementation of krill oil or fish oil has varying effects on the lipid profile of an individual, with a small RCT showing that krill oil can lead to higher eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) levels.

L-carnitine supplementation beneficial for reducing waistline and blood pressure – Meta-analysis

01-Oct-2020 By Tingmin Koe

L-carnitine supplementation has been shown to help reduce waist circumference and systolic blood pressure among people suffering from a range of health conditions, including diabetes and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis, according to a meta-analysis.

Scientists find way to extract industry-standard polyphenols from olive and grape waste

29-Sep-2020 By Will Chu

An Italian team has described a method to produce micronised powders and extracts enriched with polyphenols obtained from agricultural waste, offering environmental as well as metabolic health benefits.

Global survey: Obtaining genetic information comes down to trust

28-Sep-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Analyzing genomic data across populations is key to understanding the role of genetic factors in health and disease. However, the outcome is only as good as the data people are willing to share.

Resveratrol reduces pain, improves quality of life for menopausal women: Study

22-Sep-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Swiss biotech firm Evolva has released their fourth and final installment on Resveratrol Supporting Healthy Aging in Women (RESHAW), with the last clinical study focusing on pain perception, menopausal symptoms and overall well-being.

Scent product could transform dietary supplement marketing, manufacturer says

17-Sep-2020 By Hank Schultz

A new product providing long lasting, pleasant scents that has been quietly making inroads in the industry aims to revolutionize the marketing of dietary supplements by improving customer experience.