April 25th 2024
PharmaLinea to introduce a new, clinically studied product for the support of joint pain and mobility, as well as line extensions to its >Your< Prediabetiq and >Your< Iron product lines.
April 19th 2024
At-home testing and wearable tech will put supplements to the test as consumers measure and track their cardiovascular, liver, and blood sugar health.
March 25th 2024
TriNutra has announced structure-function health claims granted by Health Canada for its proprietary black seed oil when taken as an oral supplement.
February 13th 2024
Low-no-calories sweeteners may have an impact on gut microbiota and metabolite production.
February 6th 2024
In this trends report, contract research organization Vedic Lifesciences analyzes trends in blood sugar clinical studies.
Xylooligosaccharide Prebiotic Improves Gut Flora in Pre-Diabetic Subjects, Study Suggests
Researchers at UCLA found PrecticX may modify gut microbiota in both healthy and over-weight populations.
Chr. Hansen, Caelus Health Collaborate on Probiotic for Metabolic Disease
Chr. Hansen intends to develop an advanced formulation of Caelus Health's CP-001 probiotic strain for upcoming phase II clinical studies.
2016 Ingredient Trends to Watch for Food, Drinks, and Dietary Supplements: Zinc
Move over, magnesium! Here comes zinc.
2016 Ingredient Trends to Watch for Food, Drinks, and Dietary Supplements: Stevia
After tantalizing us with promises of less bitter or more scalable steviol glycosides, key stevia suppliers are now taking those glycosides commercial.
Limit on Added Sugar Is Biggest Change in New Dietary Guidelines for Americans
One new recommendation is turning heads: a specific limit on added-sugar consumption.
“Glycation Defense” Product GlyDe D Targets Blood Sugar Control
The new ingredient combination from Mineral BioSciences combines its Totala ionic mineral complex with vitamin D3.
Tree Nuts May Lower Cardiovascular Health Risk, Especially In Diabetic Populations
A new meta-analysis suggests consuming tree nuts may lower total cholesterol, triglycerides, LDL cholesterol, and apolipoprotein B (ApoB), especially in populations with type-2 diabetes.
Ingredion Submits FDA Health Claim for Type 2 Diabetes
The agency is now reviewing the petition and a final decision could come in early 2016.
Probiotic L. reuteri May Increase Insulin Secretion
Results of a new study could have implications for people suffering from glucose intolerance or type 2 diabetes.
Consumers Understand Low Glycemic More than You Think They Do, Survey Shows
And they also understand the difference between "good" and "bad" carbs.
Blood Sugar Supplements: Postprandial Power
Fenugreek and chitosan take on blood sugar in new research.
Ingredient Spotlight: Salacia oblonga
The latest research on Salacia oblonga's health benefits
Meta-Analysis: Plant-Based Diets for Type 2 Diabetes
Can avoiding meat consumption improve biomarkers for type 2 diabetes?
Yogurt May Cut Diabetes Risk?
While yogurt intake was associated with lower diabetes risk, the researchers did not find a similar effect from other dairy foods.
Blood Sugar Dietary Supplement, Food Products in the Mainstream Market
Though not always positioned specifically for diabetes, product launches for blood sugar management are also emphasizing low GI and general health.
Chromium Picolinate Supplements Can Save U.S. Healthcare Near $8 Billion for Diabetes-Related Heart Disease
For just pennies a day, chromium picolinate supplements can save the U.S. economy significantly in diabetes-related coronary heart disease healthcare costs.
Who Is the Blood Sugar-Management Dietary Supplement Customer?
A lot of us, it turns out
Pomegranate Extract Lowers Oxidative Stress Marker
A branded pomegranate extract effectively lowers advanced glycation end products (AGEs) in vitro.
Is Pomegranate Uniquely Suited for Type 2 Diabetes?
A new study suggests that pomegranate juice can lower blood sugar, but this isn't the first study on pomegranates for diabetes.
Ginseng Trials Suggest Blood Sugar Benefit
A meta-analysis of long-term ginseng studies suggests that this herb really can lower blood sugar.
Oat Beta-Glucan Gets a Better Cholesterol Meta-Analysis
DSM funds a new meta-analysis that only includes studies on high doses of oat beta-glucans.
Camel Milk: The Next Generation of Dairy?
A handful of recent studies link camel milk with possible benefits for children with autism.
Hibiscus Gets a Scientific Review
Researchers in London and Germany have compiled the findings of dozens of hibiscus studies in a single review.
Are Essential Oils Tomorrow’s Diabetes Solutions?
USDA researchers uncover diabetes-related secrets behind rosemary, oregano, and marjoram extracts.
New Tactic for Weight Management: Blood Sugar Control
Controlling blood sugar is a newer tactic for weight management.
Sugary Drinks May Get Warning Labels in California
If passed by the State Assembly in the coming months, the bill could mandate warnings on drinks with added sugars.
5 Recent Ginger Studies
Can ginger do more than relieve nausea and vomiting?
Can Yacon Lower Blood Sugar?
If so, its fiber compounds may be the reason why.
Inulin Gets Blood Sugar Health Claim in Europe
Manufacturers who partially replace sugar with inulin FOS will get an appealing health claim option.
Saskatoon Berries Rich in Flavonoids
A review explores the nutritional components of these blueberry look-alikes.