Faecal Microbiome Transplantation (FMT) super-donors, whose contributions contain a high gut microbiota diversity, need further characterisation to develop more refined FMT formulations, a new review says.
In the largest ever trial of its sort, a probiotic supplement containing 14 strains of “gut-friendly” bacteria has been shown to significantly improve several symptoms of migraine headaches.
Obese men who consumed a branded fenugreek fiber and curcumin combination exhibited improved metabolic markers and cholesterol concentrations compared to a placebo.
Women who ingested 1000mg of ascorbic acid before performing 30 minutes of moderate-intensity cycling exhibited increased antioxidant capacity post-exercise.
Long thought of as pre-determined, the composition of breastmilk appears to change according to the type of probiotic consumed by the mother-to-be, a JAMA study concludes.
Faecal Microbiota Transplantation (FMT) was the subject of an Australian study, which showed the procedure’s effectiveness in addressing the inflammatory gut-related condition ulcerative colitis (UC).
A recent study has found significant analgesic effects and liver protection potential in the leaves of Solanim paniculatum, or jurubeba, a plant of the nightshade family that is found commonly throughout Brazil and forms an important part of the indigenous...
While taking supplements is safe, there may be little benefit for those over 70 taking higher dose vitamin D supplements to improve their bone strength and reduce the risk of falls, a new study suggests.
No clear evidence exists of any adverse effects of low- / no-calorie sweeteners (LNCS) on the gut microbiota at doses relevant to human use, an in-depth review concludes.
The ‘sunshine drug’ has outshone vitamin C to become Britain’s favourite vitamin supplement, Mintel has revealed, while overall supplement sales swell as dieters fill nutrition gaps.
Researchers form startup to commercialise findings
Gut microbes from healthy infants can block the development of milk allergy in mice, according to new data that suggests the microbiome is critical to food allergies, and that modifying our gut bacteria could be a way to fight it.
Daily omega-3 fatty acid intake in pregnant women are 4 -10 times lower than recommended levels - an observation also noted in women of childbearing age, in findings that suggest no change in nutritional habits during this period.
DSM has given its backing to a new study that details the benefits of small-quantity lipid-based nutrient supplements (SQ-LNSs) on child growth and development in a malnourished population.
There is little evidence supporting the use of some supplements, a review claims as it details proof pointing to their apparent ineffectiveness and link to a number of adverse effects.
The NutraIngredients Awards is set to celebrate the best of the nutrition and dietary supplements industry as it returns to Geneva for its fifth year alongside Vitafoods Europe 2019 next May. Which of our 12 categories will you be applying for?
