Antioxidants/carotenoids

Cocoa flavanols enhance brain function by boosting blood flow, suggests study

26-Nov-2020 By Will Chu

Cocoa flavanols appear to aid in cognitive performance and recovery according to a UK-US study, which suggests these nutrients promote better blood flow to the brain.

FutureYou Cambridge welcomes Prime Fifty to supplement stable

17-Nov-2020 By Will Chu

Supplement firm FutureYou Cambridge are to acquire fellow UK nutritional company Prime Fifty in a deal that adds a range of supplements targeted at the over 50s category.

Supplement route for COVID-19 especially valuable for high-risk obese, review thinks

12-Nov-2020 By Will Chu

Researchers have made a case for the use of vitamin, mineral and fatty acid supplements in the battle against the coronavirus, particularly in obese patients, who may be more susceptible to the virus’ effects.

COVID-19 changes preferences? China consumers less interested in overseas supplement brands, while trust in TCM rises

04-Nov-2020 By Tingmin Koe

China consumers are placing more trust in traditional Chinese medicines (TCM), with a declining interest in overseas supplement brands and functional foods with health claims, said a consumer survey funded by the High-Value Nutrition National Science...

Lonza boosts capsule making capabilities with €78.2m investment

27-Oct-2020 By Will Chu

Lonza’s €78.2m ($93m) investment in its Capsules and Health Ingredients (CHI) Division will increase the capsule production capacity by 15%, according to company executives.

Exogenous GABA boosts astaxanthin production: Study

26-Oct-2020 By Danielle Masterson

New research from the Institute of Intelligent Machines (IIM), Hefei Institutes of Physical Science (HFIPS) in China found that the γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA) can promote the growth of Haematococcus pluvialis and increase the astaxanthin accumulation.

Novel nutritional supplement boosts cognitive performance in Air Force Airmen

19-Oct-2020 By Stephen Daniells

A novel nutritional supplement combined with high-intensity exercise may boost working memory, reaction time, and processing efficiency for Air Force Airmen more than exercise alone, says a study from the US Air Force, Abbott, and the University of Illinois.

Whole fruit vitamin C boosts mood, energy

14-Oct-2020 By Danielle Masterson

A New Zealand study found that vitamin C has a positive impact on feelings of vitality.

Astaxanthin-tocotrienol intake improves composite and verbal memory: BGG Japan-funded 12-week study

23-Sep-2020 By Tingmin Koe

The supplementation of astaxanthin and tocotrienol has been shown to improve composite and verbal memory in individuals who have exhibited mild forgetfulness, according to an RCT sponsored by BGG Japan.

Scent product could transform dietary supplement marketing, manufacturer says

17-Sep-2020 By Hank Schultz

A new product providing long lasting, pleasant scents that has been quietly making inroads in the industry aims to revolutionize the marketing of dietary supplements by improving customer experience.

Is the nutraceutical industry prepared for a second wave of COVID?

08-Sep-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Based on interviews with key players across the globe, industry is locked and loaded should a second round of coronavirus strike.

High CoQ10 levels may prevent muscle damage in pro football players: Study

03-Sep-2020 By Will Chu

Higher levels of the antioxidant coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) in the blood may help reduce the severity of muscle damage seen in professional football players.

Sabinsa ups ante in amla debate, demands AFS disclose alleged added Vitamin C

01-Sep-2020 By Hank Schultz

Indian ingredient supplier Sabinsa Corp. has dialed up the pressure in its crusade about the chemical profile of amla with a legal action against fellow supplier Applied Food Sciences.

Eye and BMI: Lutein, zeaxanthin’s benefits more effective in individuals with healthy weight – 16-week trial

01-Sep-2020 By Tingmin Koe

The supplementation of lutein and zeaxanthin for preserving eye health is more effective in individuals with healthy BMI (lower than 25kg/m2), a 16-week human clinical trial conducted in Japan has shown.

‘Ground-breaking research’: Micromicellar formulation boosts carotenoid bioavailability in RCT

19-Aug-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Using a micromicellar formulation of lutein, zeaxanthin, and meso-zeaxanthin led to significantly higher increases in serum levels of the carotenoids, compared to other formulations, says a new study from Ireland.