'Complex link' between vitamin D2 and D3 supplementation
A new study may shed light on the differences in uptake of vitamin D variants, while also revealing absorption is higher in women than men, and two-weekly dose regimens are the most effective.
Archives for May 8, 2017
CRN’s support of Gottlieb rises above standard level
The Council for Responsible Nutrition has enthusiastically supported the nomination of Dr. Scott Gottlieb as FDA commissioner in a letter to Senators.
NPA advocates use of WIC funds to cover multivitamins
The Natural Products Association has sent letters to Congress supporting the use of federal nutrition funds to allow families to purchase multivitamins.
CELSIUS launches new line of ‘thermogenic’ liquid supplements for athletes
With 300 mg of caffeine and 2,000 mg of L-Citruline, CELSIUS’ new line HEAT targets athletic trainers, body builders, military personnel, and endurance athletes for accelerated metabolism and an energy boost.
ProbioKid probiotic strains recognized safe in US and Canada for use in young children
The probiotic strain blend ProbioKid by Lallemand has received a Natural Product Number (NPN) from Health Canada, while the GRAS status is still only self-affirmed in the US.
Herbalife shrugs off FTC, Ackman; boosts 2017 outlook
Herbalife has shaken off the lingering effects of a big-ticket settlement with the Federal Trade Commission with a relatively solid quarterly results statement that was welcomed by stock traders.
Muscles ‘taste’ their way towards regulating blood sugar levels: Mice study
The body's regulation of blood sugar levels is aided by skeletal muscles, a study has identified, in a mechanism that appears to identify its ability to ‘taste’ or ‘sense’ glucose in the body.