Coffee cherry extract shows memory benefits in novel RCT
Daily supplementation with an extract from coffee cherry may boost working memory in middle-aged Americans, according to data from a “first-of-its-kind remote clinical trial".
Archives for August 12, 2024
Vitamin D and pregnancy: Cochrane reviews evidence, cuts questionable studies
Citing trustworthiness red flags, an updated Cochrane review of the evidence on the effects of vitamin D supplementation during pregnancy significantly reduced the number of studies included in previous assessments.
Gemini v. ChatGPT: Which AI chatbot creates a better nutrient-rich meal plan?
When prompted, AI chatbots Bard (now Gemini) and ChatGPT failed to create meal plans with adequate amounts of certain macro- and micro-nutrients, which would require supplementation in certain populations.
Ancient Drinks expands retail presence on West Coast, uses ‘hyperbole’ to differentiate in sports drink category
Ancient Drinks is taking its first major step beyond its direct-to-consumer roots and into retailers on the West Coast and the Southwest, including natural retailers Lassens and Good Earth Markets, as it tries to rewrite the sports drink branding...
APC and Kerry Group explore new gut-brain concepts
Leading microbiome researchers at APC Microbiome Ireland (APC), University College Cork, have partnered with global food and drink giant Kerry Group to explore how diet can support cognitive health.
Probiotic combination may boost liver function: Study
A combination of three probiotic strains with or without a postbiotic may reduce levels of liver enzymes and support liver health and function, says a new study from Glac Biotech Co. in Taiwan.
Bubbling potential: Prebiotic sodas on course to take off in SEA on the back of rising demand and product boom
Prebiotic sodas are said to possess strong growth potential in South East Asia (SEA), largely owing to rising consumer interest in gut health, and an increasing number of companies making strides in product development and launches.
BYHEALTH cites tough market conditions for nearly 18% revenue decline
China dietary supplement giant BYHEALTH's revenue in the first half of 2024 fell nearly 18 per cent, which it said was mainly due to the changing consumption landscape and stiff market competition.
Australia’s TGA plans to add liver injury warning to weight management ingredient
Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) is proposing to add liver injury warnings to complementary medicines containing the popular weight management ingredient Garcinia cambogia – also known as Garcinia gummi-gutta.