Can Valerian root extracts alter functional brain connectivity?
Extracts from valerian root may change how our brains are connected in relation to anxiety, suggest data from a double‐blinded, randomized, placebo‐controlled clinical trial.
Archives for January 14, 2019
Microbiome alteration among most promising strategies for boosting polyphenol uptake, review finds
A recent review finds that several promising strategies can help boost the bioefficiency of grape polyphenols and boost their utility as neuroprotective ingredients. Altering the gut microbiota to improve uptake was seen as especially beneficial.
2019 Trends: The ingredients and categories to watch this year
As an avid industry watcher, I like to keep a close eye on what’s hot and what’s not in the market. Here’s my list of the top 10 categories and ingredients to keep an eye on for 2019…
NEWS IN BRIEF
CRN announces new chairman, board of directors for 2019
Trade association The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) and its members have elected a new chair of the association’s board of directors: David Campbell, vice president of North America regulatory affairs and policy at RB Health.
Mental health topics trending in book sales, indicating strong market for nootropic supplements
The coming year could be a good one for nootropic supplements. That idea is supported by data from a major bookstore chain that shows mental health topics are topping the self care category.
Vitamin K, known for its arterial health benefits, may benefit the eyes as well
New research on vitamin K suggests that it may promote eye health, thanks to the vitamin’s link to active matrix Gla protein, or MGP, an inhibitor of calcification in large arteries.
Powder power: High-fiber nopal cactus has superfood status, says supplier
Nopal cactus is a native vegetable commonly eaten fresh in Mexico. But it's the high-fiber, high-calcium powder format that has true superfood status, says one Mexican supplier.
Editor's spotlight: Startup Focus
Success brews for vitamin enriched tea brand
A husband and wife team who founded the first hot drinks with up to 100% RDA of essential vitamins in every cup hope this year will see their three-year-old brand reach boiling point as its sales bubble over to international markets.
Nutrition could cut the number of premature deaths from cardiovascular disease, study finds
At least half of all premature cardiovascular disease (CVD) deaths could be prevented by better nutrition such as by increasing consumption of whole grains and omega-3 fatty acids, according to an international study.
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High blood pressure continues to plague America, especially as life expectancy and aging of the general population continues to increase. A new statistic estimated 103 million, or about half, of U.S. adults to have high blood pressure
Is ice cream with lycopene a new acne treatment?
Researchers in Russia and the UK have published a study that suggests lycopene-enriched ice cream is a new functional food with clear antioxidant properties.
Plant-based diets’ nutritional profile favour endurance athletes’ heart health: Review
The antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects of a plant-based diet are of benefit to athletes, a review says, as it cites the array of vitamins, protein, calcium and iron as beneficial to an athlete’s lifestyle.
Five reasons to attend the first NutraIngredients Omega-3 summit in Singapore
The first NutraIngredients Omega-3 Summit will take place from February 20 to 22 in Singapore. If you haven't already joined the scores of global delegates who have registered, here are five reasons you can't afford to miss this inaugural event.
TGA advises "extreme caution" after detecting cancer-causing contaminants in Chinese herbal pills
Australian regulator the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) is advising "extreme caution" when purchasing health supplements online, after discovering cancer-causing contaminants in a Chinese herbal cough product.
Botanical boost: Traditional herbs and sports potential to fuel Indian beverage firm's global expansion plan
Indian functional beverage firm Sipwise is hoping to drive its global ambitions with heavy investment in R&D and a variety of innovative functional drinks in the pipeline.