Science

In a study recently published in the Journal of Exercise and Nutrition, men taking maca had a significant improvement in handgrip strength, sexual function, and a reduction in fatigue, compared to placebo.

Mark Messina, PhD, of Soy Connection/United Soybean Board, writes about misconceptions associated with soy consumption and breast cancer.

A recently published pilot study found that supplementation of soluble guar fiber (Sunfiber from Taiyo International) helped alleviate constipation and the resulting irritability in children with autism.

At SupplySide East, representatives from Evolva discussed the latest developments for the company’s resveratrol ingredients.

Suppliers of black seed oil for the nutritional market are carving out their territory early on with branded black seed ingredients that draw a line in the sand between them and the rest of the market.

In fact, the digestive health category is constantly “reinventing itself as new science and products appear,” explains Joana Maricato, market research manager for New Nutrition Business.

A new study published in Phytotherapy Research, found that a patented extract of Andrographis paniculata (ParActin by HP Ingredients; Brandenton, FL) improved symptoms of joint discomfort in the knee. 

A recent study found that supplementation with a nutricosmetic ingredient called Lycoderm supported skin’s resilience to UV rays. 

A recent study published in Nutrients, tested the efficacy of a bacteriophage cocktail called PreforPro, a prebiotic, manufactured by Deerland Probiotics and Enzymes. 

A meta-analysis published in Complementary Therapies in Medicine finds that elderberry significantly reduces the duration and severity of upper respiratory symptoms. 

New meta-analysis finds statistically significant evidence that vitamin C administration reduced length of ICU stays for surgery patients. 

Two recently published studies show that there may be a link between vitamin D levels and blood glucose.

A clinical trial recently published in Nutrients studied the effect of bacterial count on the transient colonization in the human intestinal tract of a formulation containing four probiotic strains at two doses, 7 billion and 70 billion colony forming units (CFUs). 

A lead toxicologist from Herbalife Nutrition discusses how her team conducted a study to measure the presence of hydroxyanthracene compounds in Aloe vera.

Historically, when pharmaceutical and supplement brands pursue, promote, or sell products featuring the same, or similar, active ingredients, their relationship becomes antagonistic. But can things change?

A transdermal Pycnogenol patch significant improved pain and function in subjects with osteoarthritis, according to a study recently published in Minerva Endocrinologica.

Researchers determined that an absolute decrease in 1% of Omega-3 Index was associated with 39% greater odds of PAD.

New study shows that Kemin's algae-based beta-glucan ingredient reduced symptoms of upper respiratory tract infection as well as the number of sick days of subjects. 

Future brain health products must address not only mood and cognition, but also our taxed and increasingly attenuated attention spans.

There is no singular sports nutrition shopper today. For sports nutrition brands, this fact is as exciting as it is challenging.

In a recently published study, a proprietary spearmint extract rich in polyphenols improved attention in young subjects. 

Amla extract standardized for polyphenols and omega-3 ALA significantly reduced cholesterol levels in recent study.

French oak extract significantly reduced symptoms of mononucleosis, such as fatigue, malaise, and nausea. 

Botanicals are gaining traction in the blood sugar–management market thanks to new research demonstrating their efficacy.

Obese children with asthma from urban areas may benefit from higher vitamin D levels. A new study observed an inverse relationship between high vitamin D levels and asthma symptoms from air pollution. 

The beauty-from-within market is growing up.

Silvidiol, a topical CBD in a liposomal carrier, was shown in dermal penetration testing to penetrate epidermis without further systemic exposure and reach sensory receptors, providing localized support for pain and inflammation. 

Two recent studies show that AmLexin may reduce delayed onset muscle soreness and protect cartilage from degradation. 

Adaptogenic herb shilajit may help athletes retain muscle strength following exercise and reduce the degradation of collagen in joints, according to a recent study. 

This new review paper is a component of a campaign to raise awareness of the unique health impacts of vitamin K2 and thus the need for an RDI specifically for vitamin K2.