Polysaccharide from a ginseng tissue culture shows immune health benefits
A polysaccharide fraction isolated from ginseng via a cell culture approach showed promise as an immune health ingredient in a recent in vitro study.
Archives for September 21, 2020
Vitamin E is needed for nervous system development: Study
New research from Oregon State University suggests that a lack of vitamin E could cause damage to the brain.
NutraVideo: Clinical studies are key in gaining consumer trust
The Coronavirus pandemic was a wakeup call for many, highlighting how conventional medicine may not have immediate solutions. This is driving consumers to look for alternative solutions, but not everyone is convinced dietary supplements are the answer.
Pharmacists now being snared in COVID-19 disease claims net
FDA has now widened its Covid-19 warning letter net to include pharmacists as well as other health care providers and dietary supplement manufacturers and marketers.
Vitamin D deficiency linked to 54% higher SARS-CoV-2 positivity rate: Study
The associations between vitamin D status and COVID-19 risk continue to strengthen, with new data from Quest Diagnostics and Boston University indicating that people with deficiency in the sunshine vitamin may have a significantly higher positivity rate...
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Doctor diagnosed with MS creates 'powerful' immunity plant powders
An award-winning nutrition researcher who was diagnosed with multiple-sclerosis (MS) aged 15 has taken inspiration from his life's research and personal experience to create a polyphenol-packed plant powder brand called Phytaphix.
Study describes the synergistic action of the zinc, vitamin D and glutamine nutrients, and the OncoTherad immunomodulator in COVID-19
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A review study conducted by Kilyos Nutrition in partnership with the Laboratory of Urogenital Carcinogenesis and Immunotherapy at the University of Campinas, explored the possible synergistic action of the OncoTherad immunomodulator with vitamin D, zinc...
Low Environmental Impact Glucosamine for High-Impact Health
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As the world re-activates and people are on the move again, they are seeking effective and sustainable supplements to help them power forth. GlucosaGreen® is the perfect solution.
It’s time for a new, holistic approach to health. With Biotis™, we’re starting with a good gut feeling
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Today, health needs a holistic approach, starting with robust ingredient science and shaped by detailed insights. Introducing Biotis™ Gut Health – for a good gut feeling.
Naturally unique Plantcaps capsules take supplements to the next level
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Now is a time when few of us are content to simply consume. People around the globe are more values-driven, and care more than ever about what they put into their bodies
Personalised nutrition: Why it's popular...and why it's not
The desire to maximise health and wellbeing means that consumers are constantly on the lookout for the next innovation but they are dubious about the accuracy and safety of genetic testing kits, market research indicates.
Researchers develop prebiotic fibre analysis tool for future microbiome studies
Researchers have developed a database and a food frequency questionnaire (FFQ) allowing for detailed prebiotic fibre intake analysis which can be used in future nutrition and microbiome focused studies.
Vitamin D and tea compound proves useful in aiding reproductive health
Vitamin D and epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) may impact on female reproductive health, researchers say as the combination could prove effective in managing benign tumours found in the uterus.
Kefir and wine by-product: Combination of paraprobiotic and prebiotic may work as potential anti-obesity functional ingredient
The combination of a paraprobiotic derived from kefir and a prebiotic obtained from grape seed flour has been found to have anti-obesity effects in a mouse model.
Opportunity or a barrier? CBD supplements for general sale unlikely to go on shelves in Australia soon
CBD supplements for general sale are unlikely to be on the shelves in Australia any time soon, despite the country’s regulator ruling to down schedule the product.
Innovations for the change: how brands and suppliers can meet new market demands in a pandemic
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Health and wellness has been discussed for years but it only after the COVID-19 pandemic that gained the attention and awareness for personal hygiene and health concern worldwide.