Cardiovascular health

Vitamin D and asthma: Supplementation did not prevent condition from worsening, except in cases of severe deficiency - RCT

25-Feb-2021 By Tingmin Koe

High dose of vitamin D supplementation did not prevent the worsening of lung problems, including asthma and COPD, except withing patients already suffering from severe deficiency, according to a RCT conducted in New Zealand.

Kawakawa innovation: NZ researchers to trial beverage for immunity, metabolic health gains

24-Feb-2021 By Tingmin Koe

New Zealand researchers are planning to conduct clinical trials on a kawakawa beverage with immune and metabolic health benefits, before refining the formulation and sell it in the export markets.

Right mare: Fermented mare’s milk increases metabolites linked with cholesterol-lowering effect – China study

16-Feb-2021 By Guan Yu Lim

Consumption of fermented mare’s milk was found to increase 10 microbiome-derived metabolites such as linoleic acid, stearic acid, sphingosine associated with a lipid-lowering effect in people with hyperlipidaemia.

Meta-analysis finds tart cherry juice effective exercise recovery aid

11-Feb-2021 By Danielle Masterson

Research suggests tart cherry juice enhances recovery and attenuates symptoms of exercise-induced muscle damage (EIMD), likely a result of the potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of the cherry. Now, a new meta-analysis that documents the...

Mushrooms make up shortfall in dietary nutrients, study suggests

08-Feb-2021 By Will Chu

Mushrooms are able to make up a shortfall in dietary nutrients without increasing calories, sodium or fat, says a group of researchers, who highlight the potential benefits to the diets of children.

News in Brief

Solabia-Algatec reveals astaxanthin sport drink solution

05-Feb-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Solabia-Algatech Nutrition has revealed a new micro-encapsulated, cold water-dispersible astaxanthin powder ideal for the growing sports nutrition and functional beverage markets.

First-of-a-kind study finds ratio of EPA to DHA in omega-3 supplements affect heart disease risk factors differently – Meta-analysis

26-Jan-2021 By Guan Yu Lim

Omega-3 fatty acids such as eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) are commonly associated with a reduced risk of coronary heart disease (CHD), but new research highlights how the ratio of EPA to DHA matter in influencing different...

Algalif responds to astaxanthin demand by green lighting €22m expansion

06-Jan-2021 By Will Chu

Icelandic astaxanthin producer Algalif announces a €22m expansion to its production facilities in a round of investment that builds on 2019’s manufacturing upgrades to meet rising demand.

Brightseed announces first AI-powered discovery of phytonutrients targeting liver & metabolic health

05-Jan-2021 By Stephen Daniells

AI-phytonutrient pioneer Brightseed has announced the identification of two natural compounds with promising bioactive function for liver and metabolic health, noting the compounds appear to be strong candidates for nutraceuticals.

CoQ10 market seen as stable, but quality assurance, commitment to science can spur future growth

23-Dec-2020 By By Scott Steinford, Founder and President, CoQ10 Association

Very few ingredients have enjoyed the consistent growth that CoQ10 has experienced in the past 20 years. In 2000, the global market for ubiquinone had just surpassed 35 metric tons of CoQ10 demand and ubiquinol had yet to be introduced.

Fish oil supplements do not raise LDL-cholesterol levels: New analysis

22-Dec-2020 By Stephen Daniells

While the cardiovascular benefits of omega-3 fatty acids have been known for decades, there was disagreement about whether fish oil supplements may raise LDL-cholesterol levels. A new analysis provides reassurance about the safety of these products.

Orange flavonoid shows promise for aerobic performance

22-Dec-2020 By Nikki Hancocks

Supplementation with the flavonoid 2S-hesperidin can help cyclists improve their aerobic performance, according to a new RCT involving forty men.

More omega-3s equate to faster heart rate recovery, study finds

18-Dec-2020 By Hank Schultz

Subjects with a Omega-3 Index showed a more rapid heart rate recovery after exercise in a new study. The results suggest a cardioprotective role for these essential fatty acids, the authors said.

Guest article

Omega-3 Overview 2020: COVID and Contradictions (in Science)

15-Dec-2020 By Ellen Schutt, Executive Director, GOED

The year 2020 will go down in history as a year like no other; the overused adjective “unprecedented” doesn’t even seem to do the situation justice anymore. In a year dominated by COVID-19, it’s impossible to look at any industry segment without examining...

Friend of the Sea recognition as Calanus awarded omega-3 certification

15-Dec-2020 By Will Chu

International marine certifiers Friend of the Sea (FOS) has certified Norway-based Calanus AS for its efforts to promote sustainability of its omega-3 enriched-products.