Belly fat may trap vitamin D reducing availability for metabolic processes
Abdominal obesity, specifically visceral adipose tissue, may play a critical role in vitamin D homeostasis, according to a study published in Nutrients.
Archives for October 17, 2023
Consumers are willing to buy ‘healthier’ ultra-processed foods, but will the industry deliver?
Food and beverage industry stakeholders are debating the role and importance of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) as consumers signal a willingness to try healthier versions of these products.
Probiotics and vitamin D3 could enhance aerobic capacity in MMA athletes
Combined use of probiotics and vitamin D3 benefits Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) athletes by altering the diversity and composition of gut microbiota, improving intestinal permeability, and increasing exercise endurance, a new clinical trial has concluded.
Personalisation for sports nutrition: enhancing adherence for optimal performance
An expert has emphasised the potential for optimising adherence to personalised health advice systems for sports nutrition through employing behavioural change techniques, aligning advice by personality type, and adapting advice over time.
Verdure’s ashwagandha may offer anti-fatigue benefits: RCT
Supplementation with a proprietary ashwagandha root extract may significantly reduce symptoms of fatigue, compared to the placebo group, for overweight or mildly obese men and women, says a new study.
Creatine shows no effect on postmenopausal bone mineral density
Creatine supplementation combined with exercise did not improve bone mineral density in postmenopausal women but may increase lean muscle mass and reduce fracture risks, according to findings from a two-year study.
China HMOs approvals: Two MNCs and one local giant get the green light from regulators
Human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) are now officially permitted for use in China’s infant formula, with two multinationals, namely IFF and dsm-firmenich, as well as local dairy giant Mengniu, announcing that they have received approvals in the past week.
Unlocking the potential of the active nutrition evolution
The shift from sports nutrition to active nutrition creates unique challenges and opportunities for brands, as they navigate the evolving consumer demands which have increased both risk and reward factors.
Philippines sugar tax: ‘Watered-down’ policy will lead to fewer health gains – new data
The sugar tax as implemented in the Philippines will lead to health and economic improvements, but to a lesser extent that if it had been enacted in its original form, new data suggests.
Pre-sleep protein impact on muscle recovery following swimming sprints similar to carbs
Pre-sleep protein is known to improve muscle recovery overnight following exercise-induced muscle damage, but a new study from China suggest its impact is similar to carbohydrate intake following highly intensive sprint interval training (SIT) in swimmers.
Improving outcomes: Vitamin, probiotic supplementation pre-conception has major potential to boost long-term infant health
Nutritional supplementation taken at the stage of pre-conception by a mother has major potential to improve the long-term health of children, according to results from cross-country research.