Vitamin D supplementation could aid recovery from serious burns
People with higher levels of vitamin D seem to recover from severe burns more successfully than those with lower levels, according to new data.
Archives for November 6, 2017
Polyphenolics seeks to capture potentially mysterious benefits of red wine in extract
Polyphenolics is going back to basics with an ingredient that seeks to capture benefits of the Mediterranean Diet in a standardized extract.
Innophos snaps up ingredient supplier NutraGenesis
Innophos Holdings is continuing to execute on a strategic plan to become a major player in human nutrition with the acquisition of dietary ingredient supplier NutraGenesis.
Study explores how composition and function of gut microbiota changes during day
The composition and function of the microbiota in the human gut changes throughout the day, with links to dietary and bathroom habits. The findings may have implications for the design of future probiotic clinical trials.
Microbiome Therapeutics prepares to launch ‘microbiome modulator’
After successfully completing a Series B financing, Microbiome Therapeutics is gearing up for the launch of a ‘microbiome modulator’ product designed to help balance the microbiome and support healthy metabolism.
Whole grain switch benefits weight loss and inflammation - but not gut bacteria
Swapping out refined grains for whole grains does not cause significant shifts in our gut microbes or better insulin resistance – but does result in weight loss, lower food intake, and reduced systemic inflammation, say researchers.
Blackmores CEO exclusive, part two: 'We need to move beyond bottles of pills'
New Blackmores CEO Richard Henfrey has pledged that the firm will look to move beyond selling 'bottles of pills', hinting that a more personalised nutrition approach featuring tests and value-added services could be an option.