Sebastian Krawiec is Editor at Nutritional Outlook.
New study investigates the effectiveness of French Maritime Pine Bark Extract on pediatric ADHD
October 21st 2022Overall, results showed that the two active treatments had similar effects after ten weeks, except for inattention, with effects taking longer for Pycnogenol. However, these delayed effects should be balanced with the fact that Pycnogenol cause fewer adverse events.
Public supports access to dietary supplements and homeopathic products, says new national survey
October 14th 2022According to a national poll conducted by Marist Poll, and sponsored by a coalition of organizations with an interest in natural health, 70% of Americans are more likely to support a congressional candidate that will protect the public’s access to dietary supplements.
Vitamin K2 and D supplementation reduces risk of coronary artery calcification, says recent study
October 12th 2022A subgroup analysis of the Aortic Valve Decalcification Trial (AVADEC study) observed that vitamin K2 MK-7 (720 µg/day) and D (25 µg/day) supplementation for two years helped slow the progression of coronary plaque development in individuals at high risk of developing coronary artery calcification
Capsanthin ingredient alleviates symptoms of dry eyes and reduced oxidative stress in recent study
October 12th 2022Results showed that the ingredient significantly decreased intraocular pressure, increased tear break-up time and volume, and decreased corneal inflammation, leading to the stabilization of the rats’ ocular surface.
ISSFAL issues statement on relationship between omega-3 blood levels and preterm birth risk
October 4th 2022The International Society for the Study of Fatty Acids and Lipids (ISSFAL) has issued a statement acknowledging the relationship between omega-3 EPA and DHA blood levels and preterm birth risk.
Microalgae extract supports immune health in marathon runners, says recent study
September 21st 2022Results showed that, compared to placebo, subjects taking the microalgae supplement had fewer upper respiratory tract complaints, better overall well-being, as well as lower cortisol and superior microbiome indices.