Timing matters: Morning coffee drinkers less likely to die?
The time of day people drink their coffee could be an important factor contributing to increased heart health and longevity, according to a recent study.
Archives for January 13, 2025
Supplement use prevalent among individuals with COVID-19 in pandemic early years
Supplement consumption increased during the initial years of the COVID-19 pandemic for people testing positive for the virus, regardless of whether they were symptomatic.
Postbiotic may reduce stress-induced gut discomfort
Oral supplementation with heat-killed Enterococcus faecalis EC-12 may have a beneficial effect on stress-induced gastrointestinal discomfort, according to a new study published in Beneficial Microbes.
Across the Nutraverse: BASF sells health ingredients biz, probiotics for sleep and Zooca in China
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
‘A big, missed opportunity’: IPA laments EU Ombudsman’s conclusion on probiotics
The International Probiotics Association has expressed disappointment in a recent decision by the European Ombudsman to close its inquiry of the classification of “probiotics” within the EU, calling the result a “missed opportunity to clarify legal...
Thai FDA drafts new policies on health products import and export
Thailand’s Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has revealed plans to draft new legislations governing the import, export, and transit of health products, including health supplements.
Body fat reducing Garcinia cambogia under new usage warnings in South Korea
The extract of Garcinia cambogia, a plant commonly used for weight management, can no longer be made into health functional foods with other ingredients that similarly have body fat reduction functions, says South Korea’s Ministry of Food and Drug Safety...
Creatine ranks top in power boosting for combat sports - meta-analysis
Creatine and sodium bicarbonate supplementation is one of the most effective ways in boosting peak and mean power among combat sports athletes, according to a new meta-analysis and systematic review.
Ubiquinol and healthy ageing: Enhancing mitochondrial function for vitality
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Ubiquinol, a naturally occurring coenzyme responsible for ATP production, is under the global nutraceuticals spotlight. How can it support healthy ageing at a cellular level?