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 L-glutamine for combat-sport training recovery

Study supports L-glutamine for recovery from combat-sport training

By Asia Sherman

L-glutamine—an amino acid used in protein synthesis and to fuel the immune system—may boost recovery and performance in combat-sport athletes following intense bouts of exercise, according to research led by the National Taiwan University of Sport.

Beetroot juice offers nitrate-packed support for COPD

Beetroot juice offers nitrate-packed support for COPD

By Claudia Adrien

According to a review in Respiratory Medicine, dietary supplementation with nitrate-rich beetroot juice could be used to support lung health and function in patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

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Study suggests Bimuno prebiotic reduces sleep disturbance impact

By Olivia Brown

New research finds that Clasado Biosciences’ prebiotic Bimuno GOS (B-GOS) significantly improved quality of life measures across areas of gastrointestinal health and sleep in individuals suffering from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and sleep disturbances.

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Is AI the answer to preventing the collapse of public healthcare?

By Olivia Brown

The potential for personalised AI-assisted health services to alleviate the strain on the healthcare system through a preventative approach is significant, however dataset strength and barriers to access pose notable challenges for widespread implementation....

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FrieslandCampina reveals 2024 trends report

By Olivia Haslam

Key trends to watch in 2024 will include next-gen alt protein solutions, sustainability with substantiation, medicines for the mind and active ageing solutions.

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Revvies: Succeeding with simplicity for sports nutrition

By Olivia Brown

Sports nutrition brand Revvies, founded by an Australian husband-and-wife duo, has attributed its success in the crowded sports nutrition category to the high-quality simplicity of its products that enables consumers to customize supplementation to differing...

NutraWomen Wednesday: Isabel Gómez, Global Marketing Manager, Lubrizol

NutraWomen Wednesday: Isabel Gómez, Global Marketing Manager, Lubrizol

By Danielle Masterson

Armed with a master's degree in chemical engineering, Isabel Gómez isn’t your typical global marketing manager. She has over 12 years of B2B marketing experience across diverse consumer goods sectors such as pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and nutraceuticals.

Zoe introduces kefir shot to gut health market

New Zoe Gut Shot a 'big step forward' for gut health market

By Nikki Hancocks

A probiotic kefir shot developed by the personalised nutrition scientists at Zoe has been hailed “a big step forward for the gut-health macro trend”, with industry pundits applauding the science-first product development approach.

B-group vitamins show potential as prebiotic candidates

B-group vitamins show potential as prebiotic candidates

By Claudia Adrien

Vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9 and B12 may beneficially modulate the gut microbiome, although they may not act as direct substrates for intestinal microbial fermentation, according to a review published in the Journal of Nutrition.

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Industry demands closure to CBD regulation stalemate

By Nikki Hancocks

The Association for the Cannabinoid Industry (ACI) has published a report calling on the UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) and the Home Office to work together to end the regulatory stalemate threatening the sector.

Study explores best omega-3 for muscle recovery

Study explores best omega-3 for muscle recovery

By Asia Sherman

Long-chain omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids may support muscle recovery, but it is unclear whether effects are due to eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) or both, according to a recent study.

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Review emphasises immune health nutrition education gap

By Review emphasises immune health nutrition education gap

There is a public health need to galvanise people into understanding the multiple benefits of actively caring for their immune systems and to improve nutrition support provided by healthcare professionals, according to a new review.

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Prinova releases megatrends report

By Danielle Masterson

From gut health to a healthier planet, ingredient firm Prinova is hoping to use its latest megatrends report to showcase the opportunities available to leverage its ingredient portfolio, vertically integrated manufacturing capabilities and other in-house...

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Synbiotic supplementation may ease long COVID: RCT

By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with a prebiotic-probiotic combination may help with some long COVID problems such as fatigue, memory, concentration and gastrointestinal upset, says a new large study from Hong Kong.

Rugby stars migrate from CBD to mushroom innovation

Rugby stars migrate from CBD to mushroom innovation

By Nikki Hancocks

An athlete-founded supplement brand initially built around CBD has migrated into mycology as the team looks to create ways to remain innovative and relevant in the midst of an increasingly ‘frustrating’ regulatory landscape.

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