GC Rieber on future of omega-3: Fish and algae go hand-in-hand
With a new algal-oil ingredient and a $75 million facility coming online, GC Rieber Vivomega sees a bright future for its premium omega-3 portfolio.
Archives for March 24, 2023
Astaxanthin boosts post-exercise immunity without anti-inflammatory effect
Short-term astaxanthin supplementation provided immune support for runners during rigorous exercise and uniquely countered decreases in plasma immunoglobulin levels, according to a recent study. It did not, however, offset exercise-induced muscle...
Industry win: Colo. bill restricting dietary supplements for minors amended
Stakeholders worked with the sponsor and supporters of the bill to remove supplements from the equation.
NutraCast: Incorporating weather forecasting into business models
Heavy rain, droughts, record-breaking early blooms and even a recent blizzard warning in California..all alarming indicators that Mother Nature is off kilter. Climate Change is a slow-moving crisis that’s catching up quickly, and for some companies,...
Age-related declines in verbal fluency improve with alpha-linoleic acid, study suggests
A randomised control trial (RCT) reports that following the administration of flaxseed oil containing high amounts of alpha linoleic acid (ALA), scores for verbal fluency were significantly improved in the older adults, when compared to the control group.
Jellyfish could offer a sustainable alternative to synthesised antioxidants, study finds
A new study has investigated jellyfish peptides, suggesting that they can serve as a promising new source of antioxidants to be utilised in a variety of applications.
SiS announces commitment to women's health with elite runners partnership
Sports Nutrition brand Science in Sport (SiS) has announced a multi-year partnership with women's world marathon champion Gotytom Gebreslase and the Elite Running Team.
Probiotics and calcium in yogurt may help control menopausal weight gain, study suggests
Consumption of probiotics and calcium via yoghurt may play a role in mitigating weight gain during menopause, a newly published cohort study involving over 35,000 women suggests.
Brand new: Wellous, Sprout Organic, Junlebao in the spotlight
See the latest developments from health and nutrition brands across Asia-Pacific, including Wellous' and Sprout Organic's market expansion plans, as well as Junlebao Dairy's launch of Nutrition Science Strategy to beef up the science behind its products.