Why schizophrenia may be the leading health consequence of the Great China famine
A new systematic re-analysis of prenatal exposure to the Great Chinese Famine of 1959-61 suggests that schizophrenia may have been the leading health consequence.
Archives for March 14, 2017
The ‘enormous challenge’ of ageing China’s cognitive and physical health needs revealed
China’s ageing population has poorer cognitive and physical function compared with their counterparts from 10 years ago, according to the largest study of its kind, published in The Lancet.
Europe’s nutrition ‘Silicon Valley’ propelling a new generation of startups
An entrepreneurial spirit blended with institutional support is helping propel a new generation of companies in Europe’s nutrition industry, says the CEO of Nutrition Capital Network.
Sarcopenia and poor nutrition: Significant association found in elderly Chinese population
Malnutrition is a prime risk factor for older Chinese adults suffering from sarcopenia, an age-related condition of declining skeletal muscle mass and function.
Nutritional intervention effect on muscle 'less than expected': Review
The effect of dietary supplementation on muscle function in the elderly appears limited, as a review describes the combined benefits of exercise and nutrition intervention were ‘less than expected.’
Peptide aimed at stem cell genesis debuts on supplement market
A longtime product developer is bringing a peptide ingredient to the US market that has been researched for a unique property — promoting the growth of bone marrow stem cells.
Youtheory debuts mens testosterone product based on shilajit
Collagen brand Youtheory has expanded its range with a men’s product based on the Ayurvedic ingredient shilajit meant to boost free testosterone in men.
Edible red seaweed burns fat as well as restricting weight gain: Korean study
Extract from edible red seaweed (Gelidium amansi) helped trim down unwanted fat off diet-induced obese (DIO) mice, a study discovered.
What will be the new norm in supplement branding? Nutri-Rich offers a hint
Nutri-Rich’s major rebranding effort—from packaging to formulation to transparency measures—gives hints to the future new norms of the nutraceutical industry.
Study shows Ahiflower oil’s anti-inflammatory and immune potential
A daily dose of Ahiflower oil from Buglossoides arvensis may increase production of the cytokine IL-10, which plays a role in immunoregulation and inflammation, says a new study.
Healthier diets could slow climate change via lower medical costs: Study
Research accounting for greenhouse gas emissions caused by the health care system shows healthier diets could have an even greater effect on climate change than previously thought.
Differences in gut bacteria could account for altered nutrient absorption
Variable absorption: Study warns of vast differences in the way plant extracts get into the body
Polyphenols from plant extracts are absorbed into the body at widely different times, with the microbiota playing an important role in significant variation in bioavailability and absorption patterns, warns a new study.
Six stand-out functional food and supplement trends from Indonesia
From consumer spending to retailer awareness, we pinpoint six of the most pressing functional food and supplement trends ahead of next week’s HI South East Asia exhibition and conference in Jakarta.
Indian wellness firm to enter nutraceutical space via new acquisition
Indian wellness and beauty company VLCC plans to acquire three new companies, including a nutraceutical firm.
FOOD VISION 2017
FOODVISION: Trust and ethics key to reaching consumer hearts and minds
Trusted sources of food and nutritional advice are being overlooked in preference to instant, real-time interactions with celebrities and bloggers, according to a communications expert.