May 6th 2024
Probiotic supplementation was associated with the reduction of conjugated bile acids, cholesterol levels, and the oxidation of LDL cholesterol.
Omega-3 VITAL study results “better than expected” despite negative primary findings, GOED says
November 13th 2018Although researchers did not find a reduction in the primary endpoint of significantly reducing major CVD events, the study did reveal some positive, statistically significant benefits, the association says.
Pine bark extract may help with post-thrombotic syndrome and recurrent thrombosis, finds new study
October 15th 2018Pine bark extract may reduce the incidence of post-thrombotic syndrome following deep vein thrombosis, and recurrent deep vein thrombosis, according to a recently published study.
Interaction between omega-3 fatty acids, statins for heart health explored in review
October 1st 2018The review found that the combination of omega-3s and statins for heart health can sometimes be complementary, but can also be antagonistic. The authors note that further intervention studies are needed to explore the interaction.
Omega-3 Cochrane meta-analysis is highly flawed, researcher writes
August 30th 2018Bill Harris, PhD, omega-3 researcher and founder of OmegaQuant, says a recent Cochrane report is biased because it ignores a large body of evidence showing favorable effects of EPA and DHA on cardiovascular risk.
Multivitamins Not Associated with Heart Disease Prevention, Say Johns Hopkins Researchers
July 16th 2018The Council for Responsible Nutrition (Washington, DC) said in a recent press release that 73% of U.S. residents take multivitamins, but these products are not intended to be used as magic bullets in the prevention of serious diseases.
NattoPharma Leads Charge to Establish RDI for Vitamin K2
June 13th 2018NattoPharma is looking to harness its extensive body of research showing vitamin K2’s heart- and bone-health benefits, as well as establishing clinical biomarkers to demonstrate the consequences of vitamin K2 deficiency, with the hope of one day seeing the creation of a Recommended Daily Intake (RDI) value for K2.
New Oat Beta-Glucans Added to Naturex’s Heart-Health Ingredients at Vitafoods Europe
May 31st 2018Naturex highlighted its new Sweoat range of oat beta-glucans, its Aronox aronia berry extract, and its acerola cherry–derived vitamin C, all of which the company says have applications in the heart-health space.