Kiwi scientists have published nationally representative research on the breastmilk composition of breastfeeding mothers in the country, which could aid the development of supplements or programmes to support the health of breastfeeding mothers and their...
A new tool designed to help evaluate the novelty and impact of bacterial strains could help academics and industry focus research and development - and mine datasets for promising new strains.
Researchers in Italy suggest that supplementation with French Maritime Pine extract may help manage benign prostatic hypertrophy, also known as enlarged prostate.
The results of a ‘world first study’, showing how the consumption of fish and omega-3 helps alleviate depression will be revealed at the first NutraIngredients-Asia Omeag-3 Summit in Singapore in February.
A ‘mechanistic link’ may explain the onset of autism and a deficiency in zinc during early development, in which researchers remain undecided as to the benefits of zinc supplementation.
New data from a couple of high profile and hotly anticipated trials indicate that omega-3 consumption may indeed significantly benefit a number of heart health outcomes. But the mainstream media coverage (and therefore messaging to consumers) has been...
Immigrants and refugees moving from Southeast Asia to the US demonstrate a ‘westernisation’ of their gut microbiota, a study finds, that could provide insight into metabolic health issues affecting newcomers.
Dragon fruit, tres leche cake, and turmeric are just a few of the weird and wonderful flavour trends set to be a hit in the sports nutrition category in the future, says Synergy.
Research gaps are undermining the understanding of children's nutrient intakes, leading to the inadequate design and monitoring of future nutritional policies in Europe.
The way men view sports nutrition, and the marketing mistakes brands are making.
Sports nutrition brands must stop trying to sell identities and focus on product functionality as social media is bombarding shoppers with ‘expert advice’ and making them resistant to influence.
Krill-derived omega-3 fatty acids appear to reduce fasting levels of blood glucose, a Rimfrost-funded study finds, as researchers point to its supplementation as an effective approach in reducing cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk.
A disturbing new trend in saw palmetto adultertion has spurred the Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program to issue a revised bulletin on the botanical.
Recent studies have revealed how polyphenols can alter gut microbes, suggesting they are worthy of further examination alongside probiotics to boost health outcomes.
Researchers in Japan found evidence that a leucine-enriched amino acid supplement may increase muscle mass, strength, and physical function in a clinical trial involving older Japanese adults.
Marathon runners consuming a beverage formulated with immune ingredient Wellmune saw a 19% reduction in the severity of upper respiratory tract infection (URTIs), compared to the placebo group, says a new study.
