Supplement manufacturer seeks to up game in COVID-19 testing
ProPhase Labs, a dietary supplement manufacturer and medical testing company, has announced a plan to better market a COVID-19 test and to move into the genomic testing sphere.
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Review points to effectiveness of keto diet, but also cites wide range of evidence quality
Do ketogenic diets work? A recently published review of scientific evidence on the subject came back with the answer: “Yes, but . . . “
Mother’s prenatal gut microbiota may predict child behavior: Study
Increased diversity of a mother’s gut microbiota during the third trimester of pregnancy may influence a child’s brain development and behavior, says a new study from Australia.
Tru Niagen product launches in 3,800 Walmart stores
ChromaDex’s Tru Niagen consumer product has launched in 3,800 Walmart stores, with a new lower dose format also being rolled out.
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Does a drop in CBD sales signal dwindling consumer interest, or is it a classic ‘crossing the chasm’ moment?
With US retail sales of cannabidiol-infused foods, beverages and supplements declining sharply in the past year and some early-adopters souring on the ingredient after experiencing lackluster ‘results,’ some players in the space are discontinuing their...
Study: Vitamin D levels associated with depressive symptoms
A large community sample study has found vitamin D levels are associated with depressive symptomatology due to the vitamin's impact on three specific inflammatory markers.
EC’s plant preparation stance ‘abandons botanical ambitions,’ says regulatory expert
The European Commission (EC) has been accused of ‘abandoning all ambition on botanicals,’ after a recent evaluation of regulation on nutrition and health claims, concluded ‘further study’ was required.
Wings clipped? Lack of scientific evidence for supplements that claim to benefit air travel symptoms – Australian meta-analysis
There is a lack of scientific evidence from randomised controlled trials (RCTs) for supplements that claim to benefit air travel symptoms such as jetlag and edema, although there is limited support to suggest melatonin and pycnogenol may be worthwhile.