Vine leaves may improve cholesterol profile, study finds
Rats fed with vine leaf extract lowered their ‘bad’ cholesterol while raising beneficial cholesterol, according to a recent study published in Food Science and Human Wellness.
Archives for August 2, 2017
BCAA supplementation may beat simple rest for muscle recovery among athletes, meta-analysis suggests
Branched-chain amino acid supplementation is better than rest to reduce muscle soreness after exercise, according to a meta-analysis of eight studies conducted on athletes.
'We’re at the start of an exciting transition towards a plant-based revolution,' says Reducetarian founder
'Reducetarian' eaters are bringing plant-based foods from the niche to the mainstream. But is industry doing enough to tap into this trend, and does it have an interest in doing so? We caught up with the president and founder of the Reducetarian...
AHPA launches GACP-GMP resource center
The American Herbal Products Association has developed a set of free assessment tools for use with AHPA's recently released Good Agricultural and Collection Practices and Good Manufacturing Practices for Botanical Materials (GACP-GMP).
Expansion brings Robinson Pharma close to 500,000 sq ft of manufacturing space
Contract manufacturer Robinson Pharma Inc. has completed a manufacturing expansion with a new facility that can house more than 100 workers.
Cochrane review that belittled carotenoids' role in slowing AMD didn't value AREDS II result highly enough, researchers say
An article published last week in Cochrane Reviews that concludes lutein and zeaxanthin have little effect on the progression of AMD drew a strong reaction from researchers and suppliers in the field.
Drink contained almost double EFSA limit
French authorities recall Muscle Moose drink over vitamin B6 levels
A drink containing almost double EFSAs vitamin B6 safe intake limit for adults has been recalled by French authorities.
Lack of diverse diets affecting mental development of children in rural India
A lack of dietary diversity is affecting the motor, language and social skills of children in one of India's poorest states.
Obesity and diabetes concerns to spur big growth in APAC's beta-glucan market
The Asia-Pacific beta-glucan market will increase from US$65.21 million to $109.54 million by 2022 due to soaring demand for nutraceuticals and functional foods, according to analysts.
Perinatal fish oil consumption boosts communication domain in four-month-old infants: Trial
Perinatal fish oil supplementation is beneficial for the communication neurodevelopment of four-month-old infants, but its impact on other cognitive skills remains inconclusive.
The case of the vanishing microbiota: Gut bugs powerless to halt disease rampage
Changes to the gut’s microbial diversity, as a result of a modern lifestyle, may be responsible for a rise in chronic diseases, such as asthma, obesity and inflammatory bowel disease, an expert suggests.
Vitamin Angels gets repeat four-star rating from Charity Navigator
Vitamin Angels has again placed in the top five percent of charities with another four-star rating from Charity Navigator, the nation’s premier charity evaluator.
Innophos increases focus on dietary supplements through $125m acquisition of Novel Ingredients
The NASDAQ-traded firm Innophos Holdings has entered into a definitive merger agreement to acquire Novel Ingredients for $125m, bumping up the share of its food, health, and nutrition segment within the company.