CBD from orange peels: A different CBD story
A new CBD made from orange peel could signal a breakthrough for the industry and offer access that was once unimaginable.
Archives for August 3, 2021
Science builds for L-Theanine’s cognitive benefits: RCT
Supplements containing L-theanine from tea my boost measures of cognitive function such as attention and memory in middle-aged and older adults, suggests a new study from Japan.
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Health Canada issues two NPNs for Natural Remedies’ BacoMind
Natural Remedies has been issued with two Natural Product Numbers (NPN) from Health Canada for its BacoMind ingredient for cognitive support.
'Multiple benefits over a wide range of metabolic functions': RCT supports East Asian herb’s weight benefits
Daily supplementation with an extract from Gynostemma pentaphyllum may reduce BMI, fat mass, and fat distribution in overweight and obese adults, compared to placebo, says a new study.
Kendamil incurs ad watchdog wrath over formula health claims
Baby formula manufacturer Kendamil has fallen foul of UK advertising guidelines after content on its website appeared to discourage breastfeeding and prevent and treat colic and constipation in babies.
Vitamin D supplements prove ineffective in improving IBS symptoms, study finds
Scientists from the University of Sheffield have concluded vitamin D supplements are not an effective intervention to ease the painful symptoms associated with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
First-of-its-kind study reveals germination of spore-forming probiotic in GI tract
A study using a new approach to investigating the fate of probiotics within the human body has become the first of its kind to directly show the germination of a specific spore-forming probiotic strain inside the small intestine.
GALLERY: The 10 most read APAC health and nutrition stories in July
Nestle China's launch of 'blue-hat' health foods for seniors, India's new RDA rules, and the approval of 2'-FL in Taiwan are some of the most-read stories in July.
Sabinsa’s curcumin and black pepper extract combo results in faster recovery of COVID-19 symptoms – clinical trial
A combination of Sabinsa’s curcumin and piperine (black pepper extract) showed faster symptomatic recovery among COVID-19 patients in India, according to findings from a recent clinical trial.