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A new BBC article dismisses the benefits of probiotics because a study failed to find colonization. It is a serious mistake to confuse colonization with efficacy and we need to get this message across to consumers.
Different mechanisms of action of how ingredients in beauty-from-within products can benefit the outward appearance have been proposed. One of these is slowing down how advanced glycated ends are formed.
Astaxanthin’s strong anti-oxidant activity may help prevent mitochondrial dysfunction, which could explain it’s strong potential benefits for a range of health conditions, says a new mini-review from South Korea.
Adding to the scientific literature backing mulberry leaf extract’s blood sugar management benefits is a mouse study that looked at its effect on glucose uptake in skeletal muscle cells.
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French microalgae startup Algama Foods is looking for investors and partners to re-launch its spirulina water after extensive product development to improve taste and stability, its R&D manager says.
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is developing a series of standards that verify ingredients contained in infant formula further addressing consumer health and fair food trade practices.