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The 2015 Dietary Guidelines prompted a heated debate over the influence of industry lobby groups and the extent to which environmental factors should impact dietary advice, with some stakeholders insisting that sustainability has nothing to do with...
Significant progress continues to be made in fit for purpose DNA technology for the dietary supplement industry, according to an FDA expert.
Everybody’s free (to wear sunscreen)
The use of sunscreen on sunny days with a high UV index does not compromise vitamin D levels, say researchers from the UK.
It’s a global industry and there’s a lot happening. We know it’s not always easy keeping up with everything that’s happening around the world that could impact the US dietary supplements industry. The answer? Our weekly round-up of key news from across...
The first 1,000 days after conception are vital to the long-term health of an infant, and we’re gaining a deeper understanding of the vital role of the developing microbiome in this. But an area that needs more understanding is around how the microbiota...
Researchers at Laval University in Quebec studied the impact of polyphenols on metabolic disorders in obese mice, and unexpectedly observed an increase in physical activity in a group of mice supplemented with the compound proanthocyanidins.
Early studies on animals have linked consumption of polyphenol-rich berries to improvements in some cognitive markers. This has warranted studies on humans, and results are shedding more light on how berries may benefit our brain health.
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A well-balanced gut microbiome is key to digestive health, which is increasingly seen as fundamental to overall wellness. As consumer interest in digestive health benefits grows, there is an opportunity to meet these needs through probiotics. Learn about...