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A new study on ChromaDex Corp.’s Niagen ingredient confirms that supplementation with the vitamin B3 form boosts NAD+ levels in human tissue and suggests future avenues of research in blood pressure and arterial stiffness endpoints.
Study participants who ingested a branded cucumber extract taken in capsule form twice daily exhibited improved exercise performance, as well as improved anti-inflammatory and immune supportive markers compared to those who took a placebo, according to a...
Another dietary supplement manufacturer has been shut down by FDA, in this case for including illicit active pharmaceutical ingredients in its products.
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Global aid charity Vitamin Angels, which gives vitamins and minerals to at-risk populations, has maintained its four-star rating from Charity Navigator after the latter’s annual evaluation.
The multiple health benefits of adopting a plant-based diet are currently an area of focus. However, a number of obstacles exist which may deter people from making the switch.