Lutein + zeaxanthin may boost visual processing speed: RCT data
Lutein and zeaxanthin may boost visual processing speed even in young people at their peak, says a new study that ties together the eye and brain health benefits of the carotenoids.
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Cinnamon extract may prevent metabolic disorders: Researchers
Ceylon cinnamon extract may help reduce the risk of developing metabolic disorders, a French study has found.
‘Companies are looking at chondroitin testing methods, and that shows we’re having an impact’: Synutra president
Synutra Ingredients’s efforts to educate the industry about new adulterants in chondroitin are gaining traction, but the industry needs to apply effective testing methods and not just ‘pay it lip service’, says the company’s president.
GoodBelly teams up with Microwarriors documentary to advance public knowledge on probiotics
Leading probiotic juice brand GoodBelly is ‘confident’ its partnership with the Microwarriors documentary will help advance public knowledge about the benefits of probiotics.
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Actions urged to combat widespread European vitamin D deficiencies
Greater vitamin D fortification of foods and supplementation can help tackle vitamin D deficiencies that remain prevalent across Europe – with Finland a good example of the success of such measures, a review has found.
RCT data backs EPA omega-3 to prevent depression
Just two weeks of supplementation with the long chain omega-3 eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) is associated with the prevention of inflammation-induced depression, according to new data.
Energy drinks increase sports performance – and insomnia and nervousness, says study
Energy drink consumption improves sports performance by 3%–7%, but also increases insomnia, nervousness and the level of stimulation after a competition, according a study.
Antioxidant supplement launch helps Progressive Laboratories revamp professional product line
In the latest move to revamp its line of supplements for healthcare professionals, Progressive Laboratories Inc. has introduced an antioxidant product based on branded ingredients from Kyowa Hakko USA and French company Seppic.