Science

Researchers say it is the first clinical study to compare efficacy of MSM and boswellic acids with glucosamine sulfate for knee osteoarthritis.

A new pre-clinical animal study suggests Unigen’s Romatol may have potential for alleviating symptoms of arthritis.

A new study finds InterHealth’s undenatured type II collagen ingredient improved knee joint symptoms more than a placebo or other popular joint health ingredients.

A color stability study suggests a blend of rosemary and green tea extract outperforms rosemary extract alone in preserving the color of ground beef.

Researchers at UCLA found PrecticX may modify gut microbiota in both healthy and over-weight populations.

The researchers performed three types of studies post-oral ingestion in Wistar rats: acute, sub-acute, and chronic toxicity.

A new study of 156 children found that beta-glucan ingredient Wellmune may reduce the frequency and duration of infectious illnesses.

Consuming onion juice was shown to attenuate bone loss and the loss of bone mineral density in a new study.

A new study suggests the joint support supplement from Promisia may relieve pain and stiffness in people suffering from osteoarthritis.

One new recommendation is turning heads: a specific limit on added-sugar consumption.

According to NSF, AuthenTechnologies’ “cutting-edge, next-generation” DNA sequencing techniques are more sensitive than traditional DNA barcoding methods.

Velositol increased muscle protein synthesis by a significant 34% when combined with whey protein-more than when whey protein was given alone.

A new study suggests the patented French pine bark extract may improve cognitive function, attention, and mental performance in healthy adults aged 55-70.

Researchers found that patented probiotic Ganeden BC30 was able to survive the manufacturing and preparation of pasta without affecting the characteristics of the pasta.

A new study suggests drinking Concord grape juice may improve cognitive performance in working mothers.

Researchers from the newly formed Antarctic Wildlife Research Fund embark on krill-based research initiatives that will further strengthen sustainable management of the fishery and the omega-3 ingredients industry as a whole.

A new study suggests fucoidan may be effective at dislodging bacteria that causes chronic stomach inflammation, peptic ulcer diseases, and gastric cancers.

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.

“This is the first research paper that we know of that studies ashwagandha as an adjuvant to resistance training programs,” said researchers.

By boosting acetylcholine synthesis, a supplement like A-GPC may help counter the “signaling fatigue” that often contributes to muscular fatigue and loss of strength, as well as muscle performance, because acetylcholine helps control speed of muscle contraction.

Xanthan, carrageenan, and other polysaccharide gums were found to promote growth of certain probiotic strains in a new study.

Researchers at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine found sulforaphane sourced from broccoli sprouts and broccoli seeds may be equally bioavailable.

New research suggests Nutrition 21’s Nitrosigine may offer improvements to mental flexibility, speed of processing, and executive function under pressure.

A new multidomain trial suggests DHA omega-3 supplementation combined with a healthy lifestyle may help maintain cognitive function in adults aged 70 and over.

Bergstrom Nutrition’s OptiMSM was found to reduce wrinkles and improve skin tone, texture, elasticity, and firmness in a new pilot study.

A soon-to-be-presented study suggests Cepham’s Furosap fenugreek ingredient may enhance testosterone levels and sperm profiles in men.

A look back at some of the year’s most impactful research on dietary supplement ingredients.

The following slides shine light on the latest mineral research, showing how much we’ve learned about minerals’ value, and how much we have yet to find out.

An upcoming study will explore how brain changes affect the gut microbiome in patients with irritable bowel syndrome.

A new pilot study explores the effect of Stratum Nutrition’s probiotic strain BLIS K12 on middle ear infections in children aged 3-9.