Cardiovascular health

Evidence suggests ginseng improves the cardiometabolic outcomes of individuals with dysglycemia

15-Jun-2022 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

A comprehensive assessment of clinical evidence suggests ginseng improves cardiometabolic outcomes in individuals with prediabetes and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), according to researchers.

Balchem agrees to acquire vitamin K2 player Kappa Bioscience

14-Jun-2022 By Stephen Daniells

New York-based Balchem Corporation has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Norwegian Vitamin K2 supplier Kappa Bioscience AS for approximately US$340 million.

Review proposes best omega-3 dose for blood pressure

14-Jun-2022 By Shane Starling

A daily omega-3 dose of between 2-3 grams per day has the most potential to lower blood pressure, according to a review of 71 studies.

Trial extends study of chitin‐glucan benefits to subjects at cardiometabolic risk

03-Jun-2022 By Asia Sherman

Chitin-glucan, an insoluble dietary fiber extracted from the cell walls of fungi, may benefit subjects at cardiometabolic risk, according to a recent study published in Nature.

Whey protein supplement may help control Type 2 diabetes, study suggests

31-May-2022 By Will Chu

Consuming small amounts of whey protein (WP) before meals may help type 2 diabetics control their blood sugars, according to a research team from Newcastle University.

Vitafoods interview: Kappa Bioscience's breakthrough discovery and what's next for the wonder supplement

19-May-2022 By Liza Laws

A scientist working for Kappa Bioscience discovered the secret of how to produce vitamin K on a large scale after noticing a growing demand for K2 due to its extraordinary health benefits.

Coffee’s cholesterol-raising affects men more than women, study suggests

13-May-2022 By Will Chu

Espresso coffee consumption is associated with increased cholesterol levels with a significantly stronger association for men compared with women, according to a new study.

Scientists develop implantable sensor that shows blood oxygen levels

12-May-2022 By Danielle Masterson

An implantable blood oxygen sensing system can be programmed to degrade with a set time without losing its functionality, experts said.

Mango leaf extract with benefits for brain and sports performance patented by Nektium

11-May-2022 By Liza Laws

A mango leaf extract known for improving human health, including cognitive function and sports performance has been through the first round of being patented in several primary markets by botanicals supplier Nektium.

Strawberry powder supplementation may slash cholesterol levels: RCT

06-May-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Four weeks of supplementation with a freeze-dried strawberry powder may slash LDL cholesterol levels by almost 5%, according to a new randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blinded crossover trial.

Menopause linked to excessive weight and higher risk of heart disease, study suggests

05-May-2022 By Liza Laws

Menopause leads to significant changes in women’s metabolism linked with excessive weight and a higher risk of heart disease, a study has found.

NUTRAINGREDIENTS AWARDS 2022

Register now to watch the NutraIngredients Awards ceremony today!

03-May-2022 By Will Chu

The NutraIngredients Awards will be broadcast live today (4 May) at 16:00 CET with a virtual ceremony that will reveal this year’s winners.

Federal program may suspend exports of fish oil supplements, GOED warns

27-Apr-2022 By Hank Schultz

A fast developing regulatory issue has the potential to throw a wrench into the works of the fish oil supplement trade, a trade group has revealed.

Higher consumption of tea associated with reduced risk of bladder cancer but more study is needed, researchers say

26-Apr-2022 By Liza Laws

Researchers have found evidence of a reduced risk of bladder cancer associated with tea drinking and report that it was significant among men and former smokers but not among women and those who had never smoked.

Gut microbiome and blood lipids: Blood cholesterol reduction linked with growth in Clostridia leptum

26-Apr-2022 By Tingmin Koe

Blood cholesterol reduction is linked with the growth of the Clostridium leptum bacteria species in the intestinal microbiome, according to a study conducted in Singapore.

ChromaDex Sr VP: ‘We’re happy for our external research program to serve as a model for industry’

25-Apr-2022 By Stephen Daniells

As the ChromaDex External Research Program passes a significant milestone with 250 material transfer agreements (MTAs), are there lessons for the rest of the industry to learn about building out R&D programs?

Protective role of vitamin E when exercise causes damage analysed by researchers

25-Apr-2022 By Liza Laws

Vitamin E could prevent exercise-induced muscle damage and has greater impact on athletes, researchers conclude

Herbal blend may help manage menopause symptoms: RCT

18-Apr-2022 By Stephen Daniells

A combination of four different herbal extracts may significantly reduce hot flashes and sweating, improve sleep, and boost mood in post-menopausal women, says a new study.

Evidence suggests B vitamins taken with omega-3 could improve heart disease, but more study is needed

14-Apr-2022 By Liza Laws

Biology suggests that B vitamins could enhance the effects of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) when taken for cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), but higher quality and better designed trials are needed, a review has found.

Nutraceutical carrot products may ease nutritional disease burden, suggests study

11-Apr-2022 By Liza Laws

Nutraceutical products derived from carrots could be used as an alternative supplement for the prevention of nutritional diseases, a study suggests.

Evidence suggests cocoa flavanols can prevent CVD mortality

11-Apr-2022 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

US researchers conducting a Cocoa Supplement and Multivitamin Outcomes Study (COSMOS) observed a 27% reduction in deaths from cardiovascular disease (CVD) in older adults treated with the extract, although there was no improvement in the death rate for...

NutraCast: GOED’s new Clinical Study Database for omega-3s

08-Apr-2022 By Danielle Masterson

The comprehensive, searchable database was years in the making.

Omega-3s found to protect against heart failure hospitalization among Type 2 diabetics

05-Apr-2022 By Hank Schultz

Researchers mining data from a previous study have found that omega-3 supplementation cut the rate of hospitalization for heart failure among patients diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. This effect was heightened for Black subjects, the authors said.

From bench to bedside - the continuing journey of Akkermansia muciniphila

05-Apr-2022 By Liza Laws

A speaker at the recent Probiota conference held in Copenhagen from March 28- 30 explained to hundreds of delegates the importance of Akkermansia muciniphila and its exciting journey from mice to humans.

Olympian inspiration: India’s Unived co-creates hydration formula with pro-runners

30-Mar-2022 By Tingmin Koe

India's vegan nutraceutical firm Unived has co-created a hydration formula with two professional runners; Olympic athlete Rachel Schneider and elite trail runner Sandi Nypaver.

Editor's Spotlight

Passion for powerful berries leads to business success for UK couple

28-Mar-2022 By Liza Laws

A couple who discovered the power of the Haskap berry while in Canada developed so much faith in their qualities, they have set up a company dedicated to the power fruit.

Barberry consumption helps alleviate cardiovascular risk factors in susceptible individuals – RCT

23-Mar-2022 By Nurul Ain Razali

The consumption of purple-black barberry powder, specifically Berberis integerrima, may help reduce cardiovascular risk factors, according to a new eight-week RCT.

Latest surveys show promising sustainability picture for major marine omega-3s sources

22-Mar-2022 By Hank Schultz

The latest information from the major supplies of marine sourced omega-3s shows these resources continued to be managed in a sustainable manner, despite lingering concerns over how climate change might ultimately affect these fisheries.

Study supports safety & efficacy of NuSeed’s canola-derived omega-3 oil

22-Mar-2022 By Stephen Daniells

The safety and efficacy of NuSeed’s transgenic long-chain omega-3-rich canola oil are supported by data from a newly published randomized, placebo-controlled, seamless phase I/II study.

Moringa leaves important sources of micronutrients and phytochemicals, review finds

22-Mar-2022 By Liza Laws

Moringa, also known as the drumstick tree, has been extensively used as a health-promoting food additive because of its potent protection against various diseases and the widespread presence of environmental toxins, a review put together by researchers...

EU team identifies gut microbiome signature for heart disease

21-Mar-2022 By Will Chu

Two recently published studies have outlined the role an imbalanced gut bacterial community plays in patients suffering from heart disease.

Risk of high blood pressure reduced by eating a mix of proteins, study finds

18-Mar-2022 By Liza Laws

Eating a balanced diet with a range of proteins from different sources rather than from a single source could help prevent high blood pressure developing, a study has found.

Attitudes towards salt intake still an issue, survey reveals

14-Mar-2022 By Liza Laws

Consumers are blaming food producers for their salt intake rather than taking responsibility themselves, the results of a survey suggest.

Beetroot-citrulline combo boosted running distance, but didn’t cut exercise induced muscle damage in study

07-Mar-2022 By Hank Schultz

Beetroot nitrates combined with citrulline helped amateur triathletes cover more distance in a standardized running test. It’s the first time these two longtime sports nutrition ingredients have been studied together in this way, the researchers said.

Science shorts: Diagnostics and health, pre/probiotics, and brain health focus

07-Mar-2022 By Tingmin Koe

This round-up features new innovations in the area of health diagnostics, based on interviews with Kao, Designs for Health, OmegaQuant, clinical trials involving pre/probiotics, and more.

Adding Brazil nuts to diet helps the heart and aids weight loss, study finds

03-Mar-2022 By Liza Laws

Eating Brazil and cashew nuts can help improve body composition and endothelial health in women at risk of heart disease, a study has found.

VitamINSIGHTS: Diagnostics and Nutrition – Exclusive in-depth analysis

Tech and nutrition uncovered: How major brands are using new tools to boost consumer health

01-Mar-2022 By Tingmin Koe

Since the rise of Fitbit and Garmin, consumers have been quick to jump in on new products that allow them to track their health metrics, so it’s no surprise that nutra firms are also increasingly innovating with tech to boost consumer health.

Study linking raw veg intake to CVD not to be taken as verbatim, say experts

22-Feb-2022 By Will Chu

A study that links higher intakes of raw, but not cooked, vegetables to lower cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk has been met with caution by critics who warn not to take its findings in isolation to determine future intake or frequency.

EDITOR'S SPOTLIGHT

Get up and go: bioniq deep in personalisation mix as ‘GO’ products a hit for startup

21-Feb-2022 By Will Chu

Fresh from acquiring university spin-off LOEWI, London-based personalised supplement firm bioniq is not resting on its laurels as the start-up talks to NutraIngredients about the launch of bioniq GO.

Could a coffee a day keep the doctor away?

17-Feb-2022 By Lynda Searby

Drinking up to three cups of coffee a day could have protective effect on heart health, say researchers.

A global approach to personalised nutrition is best, says scientists

15-Feb-2022 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

Evaluating diet as a whole offers a better insight into gut microbiome than individual dietary features and could facilitate the design of more personalised dietary strategies, according to new research funded by Danone Nutricia Research.

Meta-analysis supports lycopene’s blood pressure benefits

11-Feb-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Supplemental lycopene, a red carotenoid found in tomatoes, watermelons, and other foodstuffs, may significantly reduce blood pressure in hypertensive people, says a new meta-analysis of clinical trials.

Aged garlic extract can help manage cardiovascular disease risk factors, says Pharmactive

07-Feb-2022 By Kavitha Sivasubramaniam

Consuming aged black garlic (ABG) can help manage blood pressure, according to a new study.

More omega-3s makes for healthier conformation of red blood cells, study finds

04-Feb-2022 By Hank Schultz

A new study has found a correlation between omega-3 levels and a blood marker associated with greater overall health.

Taming the heart health benefits of wild olive oil

31-Jan-2022 By Lynda Searby

Could wild olive oil have health benefits to rival its cultivated counterpart? An animal study from the University of Seville shows that oil from the ancient Acebuche olive species could reduce arterial hypertension.

Berberine and probiotics supplementation decreases post-meal lipid spike in Type II diabetes patients – 12-week RCT

31-Jan-2022 By Tingmin Koe

The supplementation of both berberine and probiotics has been shown to reduce post-meal lipid spike in Type II diabetes patients, according to a 12-week RCT from China.

Baobab fruit shows promise for controlling glycaemia

24-Jan-2022 By Lynda Searby

Portuguese researchers find that baobab fruit lowers glycaemic response and suggest this could be due to its polyphenol content.

Pooled results of big trials showing krill oil cuts triglycerides good news for sector, supplier asserts

19-Jan-2022 By Hank Schultz

A new study that pools earlier data and shows a significant reduction in triglyceride levels will be good news for krill sector as a whole, says principal supplier Aker BioMarine.

Abbott launches ‘biowearables’ for self-monitoring of key nutritional health indicators

17-Jan-2022 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

Abbott is to launch a range of “consumer biowearables” that track glucose, ketone, and lactate levels in the body enabling users to continually monitor nutritional and general health.

Breast is best: Breastfeeding mums may benefit from improved cardiovascular health, study finds

14-Jan-2022 By Will Chu

Breastfeeding mums may have a lower risk of developing heart disease, stroke, or death from cardiovascular disease compared to those who do not breastfeed, a review suggests.