AHPA appoints new chief science officer
Maged Sharaf, PhD, has joined the American Herbal Products Association as its new chief science officer.
Archives for September 9, 2013
Wellmune may maintain immune health for athletes: RCT data
Daily supplements of the baker’s yeast beta glucan ingredient Wellmune may reduce the number of cold/flu symptom days that runners experience post-marathon by 37%, says a new study.
Probiotic yoghurt does not alter overall microbiota makeup: Study
Probiotic yoghurt increases the presence of certain probiotic strains, but does not change the overall microbiota makeup, according to research by Laval University.
Startup bases cognitive support supplements on patented Ayurvedic formula
A startup called NuAxon Bioscience is banking on the increasing awareness of Ayurvedic medicine with the launch of a line of supplements based on nutraceutical technology developed by an Indian partner.
Amino acid supplements may offer diabetes hope: Mouse data
Supplementation with the amino acid arginine could help to improve glucose metabolism by as much as 40%, according to new research in mice.
A salt conundrum? Researchers suggest 'yin and yang' effect of sodium and chloride
Chloride intake may also be an independent risk factor for heart disease. But in this case the risks are lower, and may counterbalance those of sodium in salt, say researchers.
Omega-3 fish oil may protect against alcohol-related dementia: Lab data
Consumption of the omega-3 long chain fatty acid DHA could help to protect against alcohol-related dementia, according to new data from lab studies.
Global vitamin K2 product launches double; just ‘beginning the ride’
Over the past five years, new food and beverage product launches containing vitamin K2 have nearly doubled worldwide (up 183%), according to new research from Mintel.
Respect for science behind ingredients drives Sabinsa on Wheels, exec says
Sabinsa’s founder say a need to educate the marketplace on the science behind the ingredients that the company sells. What began as individual talks by Dr Muhammed Majeed has morphed into a multifaceted roadshow providing information not only on the...