Science

Uncovering knowledge is nothing new to dairy-nutrition researchers, and not even a global pandemic could pull the brakes that.

The Council for Responsible Nutrition is leveling criticism at a recent study published in JAMA Open Network called “Effect of high-dose zinc and ascorbic acid supplementation vs usual care on symptom length and reduction among ambulatory patients with SARS-CoV-2 infection.”

The government of Thailand approved a pilot study for the use of Andrographis paniculata as an herbal medicine to treat early symptoms of COVID-19 and reduce the severity of the virus.

Using quantitative proteomics, researchers in a recent study evaluated the holistic efficacy of JointAlive from Chenland Nutritionals.

Gencor announced the topline results of its study on the body composition of overweight male and female subjects following supplementation with its Gynostemma pentaphyllum extract (ActivAMP).

New research is demonstrating which blood sugar support ingredients are effective and the different ways in which they work.

In the introductory paper, “Bovine colostrum: its constituents and uses,” the researchers describe the main constituents and quality control of bovine colostrum while sharing an overview of the use of cow colostrum in human and veterinary health and wellness.

A new animal study shows the potential of fucoidan supplementation for sports nutrition.

Vitamin D saw sales and usage grow in 2020, including possibly due to emerging research linking vitamin D supplementation with COVID-19 outcomes. Hear experts discuss why science will keep the spotlight on vitamin D in 2021.

A recent study demonstrated the bioavailability of Evonik’s AvailOm omega-3 lysine complex. The novel technology combines omega-3 fatty acids with the amino acid L-lysine to enhance the absorption of omega-3s in the body.

Gelita recently added Immupept to its line of bioactive collagen peptides. The new ingredient features optimized peptide profiles for stimulation of collagen-rich connective tissues involved with immune response.

A recently published study investigated the efficacy and safety of tetrahydrocurcuminoids (THCs) for oral care applications.

Lallemand Health Solutions and the Natural Health Product Research Alliance concluded a long-term partnership to implement the Purity-IQ Certification Program, to provide added assurance for probiotic strain authenticity.

These functional fibers are amassing an impressive record for strengthening gut and immune health, alike.

A recently published animal study found that eriocitrin, even at low doses, can support inflammation, metabolic health, and oxidative stress.

Medicinal mushrooms saw skyrocketing growth in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic. Is this the first step in their mainstream journey?

Researchers with the Fatty Acid Research Institute, in collaboration with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, CA, recently posted the results of a pilot study which found a potential link between low Omega-3 Index levels and mortality from COVID-19 infection.

A recent study called the Personalised Responses to Dietary Composition Trial (PREDICT 1) study, is among the largest and most detailed on the microbiome after performing deep metagenomic sequencing of 1,203 gut microbiomes from 1,098 individuals.

A recent review summarized the current research on marine polysaccharide fucoidan and its potential to limit lung damage from viral respiratory infections.

Low vitamin K2 status may be associated with increased mortality from COVID-19 illness, according to a recent preprint that is awaiting peer review.

As part of their collaboration, Aker has entered into an exclusive licensing agreement with University of Illinois Chicago for the current intellectual property resulting from the University's work on LPC-bound EPA and DHA.

Brightseed, a bioscience company and creator of the artificial intelligence platform called Forager, has announced preclinical data from its first major discovery targeting liver and metabolic health.

A recently-published study found that a branded eye health formula from Sabinsa Corp. called Macumax supported symptoms of age-related macular degeneration.

Epax was awarded a $900,000 grant from the Norwegian Research Council to research the potential of new fatty acids for human health over the next four years.

A recently published study found that ErgoActive from Blue California helped preserve telomere length and reduced the rate of telomere shortening under oxidative stress.

Advances in microbiome-based data science and technology—including AI-based analytics and the mainstream accessibility of powerful computer processing—will play a key role as next-generation food producers look to accelerate our understanding of nutrition and health.

A new study published by the Fatty Acid Research Institute in conjunction with The Cooper Institute sheds some new light on how omega-3 fatty acids may support heart health.

Companion Sciences has announced the completion of a new trial testing tolerability and palatability of CBD and glucosamine chew in dogs with osteoarthritis.

A recently published study found that a Persicaria minor extract from HP Ingredients, called IQ200, supports cognitive health in subjects with mild cognitive impairment.

A recent study found that a patented hair serum from Sabinsa Corp. significantly improved hair health in healthy male and female subjects.