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A new proof-of-concept study from plant-based ingredient supplier Nutraland shows that its Miricell-branded rice germ extract benefits cellular recycling pathways linked to healthy aging, with effects attributed to its spermidine content.
Studies have explored creatine’s effects on muscle, memory, menstruation and men of all ages, but research in women is still emerging, and even less is known about its potential to support the menopause journey.
Formulating beverages with Beneo’s Palatinose (isomaltulose) may significantly increase levels of key hunger hormones, such as GLP-1 and PYY, in people with Metabolic Syndrome, says a new study from an international team of researchers.
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The combination of whey protein supplementation and physical exercise improves muscle protein synthesis (MPS) in a time- and dose-dependent manner, according to a new review in China.
Supplementation with Xeya Modern Shatavari may decrease hot flashes, fatigue and sleep disturbances for perimenopausal women, according to results of a new randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
A clinical study identified withanolide glycosides as the key drivers of superior bioavailability in ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) extracts.
The UK government will consult on banning high-caffeine energy drinks for under-16s in England over health concerns. However, a new study suggests energy drinks may only be indirectly linked to poor adolescent health, so what makes them risky?
Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) supplementation may regulate specific microbiome activity, support a balanced inflammatory response and aid in maintaining healthy triglyceride levels, says a new study with Gencor’s Levagen+ ingredient.
Higher doses of hydrolyzed curcumin showed greater reductions in pain and some markers for inflammation and oxidative stress after exercise-induced muscle damage, according to a new study published in Physiological Reports.
While folate’s role in supporting fetal growth and development is well established, a new Stanford-led study suggests it may also help slow biological aging in older adults.
Dietary supplementation with phytosterols may improve a range of factors associated with metabolic syndrome, according to a new review published in Diabetology & Metabolic Syndrome.
A new working group targeting the standardization of lion’s mane shows that all mushrooms are not created equally.
One month of supplementation with a multi-strain vaginal synbiotic could establish an optimal vaginal microbiome dominated by Lactobacillus crispatus, says a new study from Seed Health.
Supplementation with vitamins C and E daily for 12 weeks combined with resistance training improved muscle mass and strength in older women with sarcopenia, according to a new study.
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Overweight and obese people should take vitamin D supplements to reduce the incidence of major adverse cardiovascular events, says a new meta-analysis.
Twelve weeks of supplementation with Zenroot ashwagandha may improve sleep quality and decrease occasional anxiety and mood swings, says a new study from India.
Pigments from paprika improve oxygen delivery to both muscle and brain, according to new research conducted in university students.
Supplementation with a cocoa extract may reduce incident hypertension by 24% in participants with normal systolic blood pressure, according to a new analysis of data from the COSMOS study.
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Researchers from the University of Kent have deciphered a method to utilize cherry waste— upcycling bruised, soft or discolored cherries and transforming the pulp into a food supplement ingredient.
Encapsulating L. rhamnosus GG in pea protein improved viability in the digestive tract by at least 30% compared to unencapsulated control, according to a study by AnaBio Technologies in Ireland.
GROW, CSA and Biocell Technology representatives each identified issues with the review, casting doubt on the validity of the researchers’ conclusions.
While most consumers are aware of collagen, they typically associate it with beauty and joint support sourced from bovine or fish. Abdul Alkayali, founder, Longevity By Nature, says that his Jellyfish collagen peptides break the mold entirely.
Curcumin is reported to have a wide variety of benefits, from supporting joint health to cognitive function. Now, a new review suggests its anti-inflammatory properties could also benefit oral health.
A new study from ergothioneine supplier Blue California suggests that supplementation with its ErgoActive ingredient leads to dose-dependent improvements in subjective memory and sleep in healthy older adults.
The effects of creatine consumption on energy metabolism are well established, but could it affect appetite as well?
As awareness of gut health grows, so do more specific areas of the microbiome, such as gut-brain axis, the gut-skin axis and the gut-hormone axis. For women, this hormonal link is the estrobolome, which encompasses the bidirectional communication system...
A combination of Bifidobacterium bifidum and Lactobacillus acidophilus could restore a healthy gut microbiota in very-low-birth-weight (VLBW) babies, according to new research published in Nature Communications.
Methodological differences and sex-related reporting discrepancies can challenge the accuracy of dietary assessment tools, says a new study in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.
Analysis of fecal samples from rheumatoid arthritis patients suggested that E. rectale may confer a “protective effect” for joints, according to a study published in Frontiers in Immunology.
Dietary supplements may play an important role in managing gout and hyperuricemia, while also improving metabolic status.
Administering L-theanine to sleep-deprived mice inhibited hippocampal ferroptosis, a process causing cell death in the brain, according to a study published in Phytotherapy Research.
Boswellia appears to be more effective than other commonly used nutritional supplements for addressing knee pain and stiffness in people suffering from knee osteoarthritis, say findings of a new systematic review and meta-analysis.
Professional golfer Ben Griffin made headlines this week for an alleged overdose—sparking a very spirited conversation among the creatine science community.
“This is the future of industry events,” said one attendee after our sell-out Sports & Active Nutrition Summit in February. For 2026, SANS is moving to a new venue, The Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines.
New research reveals moderate intensity exercise can enhance cognitive function in mice, and these benefits can be transferred to sedentary mice via fecal microbiota transplantation.
Within the booming anti-aging supplement market, beauty-from-within represents a fast-growing segment as consumers turn to ingestible collagen, hyaluronic acid, vitamins and antioxidants to fend off internal and external insults that degrade youthful...
A recent study from Rice University focused on metabolic engineering strategies that cause L. lactis to overproduce K2 in order to make it more sustainable and cost-effective.
Creatine has been a staple in sport since the 1990s, widely used to enhance muscle performance and body composition during both training and competition, but its effects on combat sport athletes—who must maintain a specific weight class—remain uncertain.
Lacticaseibacillus paracasei NB23 improved multiple markers of metabolic and muscle health in healthy participants, according to a study published in Probiotics and Antimicrobial Proteins.
Consumers face benefits and risks when taking vitamin C supplements, which are not always communicated to them.
Researchers from the University of Guelph are proposing new fit-for-purpose methods to verify the authenticity of acerola species ingredients and tackle adulteration in the supply chain.
Adults taking beta-glucans demonstrated higher antibodies to the flu vaccine compared to placebo, according to a study published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements.
Daily supplementation with a next-generation probiotic linked to weight management may exert anti-depression benefits for females, says a new study with lab mice.
A nutraceutical blend may reduce low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) in those with borderline dyslipidemia, according to new research.
With so many sports nutrition products on the market, building the right regimen can be challenging. To better understand which products offer the greatest athletic benefit, researchers set out to identify the most effective supplementation for athletes...
The significance of menstrual cycle phases in studies involving female athletes may have been overestimated, according to recent findings.
An in-vitro study demonstrated that the proprietary ingredient Benicaros (carrot rhamnogalacturonan-I, or cRG-I) can potentially deliver gut microbiome benefits in dogs of all sizes.