New research analysing the impact of the mangosteen and propolis extracted complex (MAEC) on patients with gum disease identifies its potential to provide anti-inflammatory properties.
New in vitro research supports the notion that polyphenol-rich beverages can be an important adjunct to oral health, according to an executive at Ocean Spray, whose products were used in the study.
A new review concludes there is strong evidence for how curcuminoids can support vascular health. But the authors note that much of that evidence comes from in vitro tests and trials using animal models.
Food ingredients firm Azelis has moved to purchase Quimdis, a French distributor of ingredients for flavours & fragrances, pharma and food, in a move designed to expand its nutraceutical offerings.
Supplements containing a flavonoid-rich extract from the plant Santa herba may reduce body weight and levels of the appetite hormone leptin, says a new study with overweight and obese women.
CarryOn is a new line of CBD sparkling waters developed by Ocean Spray’s Lighthouse Incubator. CarryOn’s Managing Director, Christopher Petersen, joined the NutraCast to discuss the innovation Incubator and explain how he went from being an army officer...
Curcugen curcumin extract significantly enhances the bioavailability of free curcumins making their therapeutic benefits more accessible, according to research
Poland’s Sanitary and Epidemiological Council has met to determine maximum calcium and potassium levels contained in Tribulus terrestris L. and Rhodiola rosea preparations for use in dietary supplements.
The use of beauty-from-within supplements, or nutricosmetics, is becoming “more acceptable” to dermatologists, but more scientific and safety evidence is needed to encourage widespread use, says a veteran dermatologist.
Canadian researchers have determined via a meta analysis that nitrate supplementation may be beneficial in some aspects of endurance sports, but caution that the data supporting the notion is mediocre at best.
Consumption of broccoli sprout extract increased melatonin production and may enhance sleep quality among Japanese adults, according to a study conducted by Kagome.
Daily iron supplementation alongside curcumin in the form of HydroCurc may provide combined benefits without negatively influencing iron absorption, according to new research.
Indian sandalwood oil could be a more potent antioxidant than vitamin E in news that could interest the cosmetic industry and their R&D efforts into ingredients that protect skin against environmental stress.
