Review explores gut-brain axis for sleep and metabolic health
A review published in the journal Nutrients highlights the connection between dietary choices, the gut microbiota, sleep and metabolic syndrome.
Archives for May 13, 2024
Zinc intake linked to lower asthma risk for overweight, obese kids
Higher dietary zinc intakes may reduce the risk of asthma in overweight or obese children and adolescents, says a new study from China.
Vit D and probiotic juice supports metabolic health in obesity
A new study suggests vitamin D3 and probiotic-enriched orange juice decreases body weight, blood lipids and arterial blood pressure in high-cardiometabolic-risk patients on a Westernized diet.
Q&A: Doctor finds herbal medicine, launches supplement start-up
After over 30 years practicing medicine in Orange County, Dr. Robert Beltran had his light switch moment after turning to herbal medicine to help him overcome his own personal health issues.
Vector Consumer provides full collagen portfolio with Dose & Co acquisition
On a mission to "democratize the collagen space", UK-based healthcare solutions company Vector Consumer is continuing its expansion into the collagen market with the acquisition of the brand Dose & Co.
'Healthy longevity' trend: The food and drink potential
As ageing population numbers rise in Europe, an opportunity is opening in food and beverage. How can industry best tap into the ‘healthy longevity’ trend?
Study suggests carb mouth rinse improves Romanian deadlift performance
Rinsing the mouth with a carbohydrate solution (6.4% maltodextrin) prior to performing a Romanian deadlift (RDL) exercise significantly improves performance, according to research.
Join us TODAY for our Healthy Ageing APAC webinar with H&H, Himalaya, Mintel and more!
Join us today at 3pm SGT for our free exclusive Healthy Ageing APAC webinar where we drill down the latest developments, research and innovations in this crucial category.
Urgent action needed: NZ natural products industry demands action to boost exports as Therapeutic Products Act repealed
The New Zealand natural health products industry is calling for urgent action to protect and boost exports after the country's health minister said the government would repeal the Therapeutic Products Act due to come into force in 2026.
Industry boost? South Korea now permitting second hand sales of health functional foods
The South Korean regulator has permitted the individual resale of health functional foods via online platforms from May 8 in a one-year long pilot project.