Research

Magnesium and sleep: What does the science say?

NI+Magnesium and sleep: What does the science say?

By Lauren Nicolle

A recent systematic review of randomized controlled trials raises questions about magnesium’s effectiveness as a sleep aid, concluding that the current evidence is inconsistent and of low certainty.

Inside the consumer challenges fueling the omega-3 gap

Inside the consumer challenges fueling the omega-3 gap

By Cassandra Stern

Consumer data shows consumers may already know omega-3s matter. Getting them to understand which omega-3s they need, choose a product or food source and stick with it is proving to be a different challenge.

Beyond fish oil: What could close the omega-3 gap?

Beyond fish oil: What could close the omega-3 gap?

By Cassandra Stern

The omega-3 industry has spent decades trying to close the gap between recommended and actual EPA and DHA intake. But with traditional marine resources under pressure, researchers are increasingly asking whether a broader mix of sources can close that gap.

SANS USA moves to Dallas for 2027

SANS USA moves to Dallas for 2027

By Cassandra Stern

The Sports & Active Nutrition Summit USA (SANS USA) is heading to Dallas in 2027 after two consecutive sold-out editions in San Diego.

Women’s health boom puts science communication under the microscope

Women’s health boom puts science communication under the microscope

By Cassandra Stern

CRN’s upcoming SciComms Connect symposium will highlight how women’s health is attracting more research, investment, and product development, but translating that momentum into credible supplement products and consumer messaging remains challenging.

Study: Maternal gut holds clues to infant health

Study: Maternal gut holds clues to infant health

By Cassandra Stern

A new study reports that the maternal gut microbiome is a major reservoir of bacterial strains passed from mothers to infants, with transmission from breast milk and the vaginal microbiome occurring less frequently.

Carotenoids show sleep support potential: Review

Carotenoids show sleep support potential: Review

By Cassandra Stern

Carotenoids could offer another avenue for sleep support, with a new review finding positive results across several supplement trials, particularly for lutein, zeaxanthin and saffron-derived carotenoids.

6 reasons to attend the Nutra Healthspan Summit 2026

6 reasons to attend the Nutra Healthspan Summit 2026

By Stephen Daniells

The Nutra Healthspan Summit is just over two months away! Bridging cutting-edge science and business strategy to extend healthspan through nutrition and supplements, the Nutra Healthspan Summit is a must-attend event, and let us tell you why…

Could vitamin D and DHA be a winning team for cognitive decline?

Could vitamin D and DHA be a winning team for cognitive decline?

By Louisa Richards

Combining vitamin D3 and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is significantly more effective at mitigating mild cognitive impairment (MCI) in older adults than supplementing either nutrient alone, according to a new randomized controlled trial (RCT).

Industry questions glucosamine-Alzheimer’s risk findings

Industry questions glucosamine-Alzheimer’s risk findings

By Cassandra Stern

Industry experts have challenged recently published research linking glucosamine supplementation to faster Alzheimer’s disease progression, arguing that chronic pain, osteoarthritis and other factors could help explain the association.

Shatavari root extract shows perimenopause benefits: RCT

Shatavari root extract shows perimenopause benefits: RCT

By Stephen Daniells

Daily supplementation with a standardized Shatavari root extract may improve menopausal symptom severity, hot-flash scores, and perceived stress, says a randomized, placebo-controlled trial from India.

Cranberry study reveals potential beyond UTI prevention

Cranberry study reveals potential beyond UTI prevention

By Cassandra Stern

New laboratory research suggests cranberry juice may enhance the activity of an antibiotic used to treat urinary tract infections (UTIs) and, under some experimental conditions, reduce the emergence of resistant bacteria by more than 100,000-fold.