Nutrition & Life

Data published in the Journal of Herbal Medicine​ indicated that 200 mg per day of the thymoquinone-rich black cumin oil increase of 29% increase in REM sleep and an 82% increase in Non-REM sleep. Improvements in measures of stress and anxiety were also recorded by scientists from Akay Natural Ingredients, Mahatma Gandhi University, Rajagiri College

A culinary medicine curriculum had a positive impact on certain biometric and diet-related behavioral and psychosocial outcomes among low-income, food-insecure patients with type 2 diabetes participating in a clinic-led food prescription program, according to researchers with The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston). The results of a pilot study led by

The decision was taken as a result of changes in the ownership of brand holders in the market, chief among them the acquisition of Italian ingredient developer Gnosis by French firm Lesaffre​​, which was completed in 2018, followed by the combined entity’s acquisition of Norwegian firm NattoPharma​​ last year. Synergia has had its own ownership

Quicksilver Scientific recently introduced its Nanoformulated DHEA+ Female Hormone Tonic and Nanoformulated Progesterone+ Topical Replenishing Serum. The system supports female health by naturally bolstering hormone levels and metabolism. Shade explained that the DHEA+ Female Hormone Tonic harmonizes female hormones, helps to buffer stress, support healthy brain function and libido with a blend of micronized DHEA,

The new survey was published online recently and will appear in the March print version of the journal Food and Chemical Toxicology​. The report was the work of researchers associated with the US Army and US Navy. Adverse events associated with numerous categories The survey was aimed at assessing the rate of adverse events suffered

BMC journal launches investigation of 2013 Newmaster paper that sparked NY AG affair The 2013 paper by Dr Newmaster and his group detailed an analysis of 44 herbal supplements from 12 companies using DNA barcoding. The researchers reported that almost 60% of the products tested contained DNA barcodes from plant species not listed on the

One in three stroke survivors in the U.S. have food insecurity, which is nearly double the prevalence among people who have not had a stroke, according to preliminary research to be presented at the American Stroke Association’s International Stroke Conference 2022, a world premier meeting for researchers and clinicians dedicated to the science of stroke

The event, which is hosted by NutraIngredients-USA, returns this year as a face to face event.  The venue is the Hyatt Regency Resort on San Diego’s beautiful Mission Bay. The new speakers are Danna Pratte, CEO of Arizona-based supplement brand NB Pure, and Heather Jackson, a professional triathlete who lists Herbalife as one of her

Sweeteners consumed during pregnancy may affect baby’s microbiome A recent study out of the University of Calgary and the University of Alberta found that pregnant rats fed stevia or aspartame gave birth to pups with altered gut microbial communities, higher body fat percentages and increased risk of obesity. While low-calorie sweeteners are widely used and

Swiss nutrition giant Nestlé has agreed to acquire a majority stake in Orgain, a maker of plant-based protein powders, snack bars and shakes. “People are becoming more aware of the advantages of nutritional protein in supporting their health and wellness, and Orgain’s protein-based beverages and foods tap into people’s desire for nutritious, protein-based products made

The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) accounted for over 5 million global deaths until the end of last year. The SARS-CoV-2 outbreak was first reported in the year 2019, in Wuhan, China, which rapidly spread across nations and transpired into the ongoing pandemic. Study: Human Milk Oligosaccharides:

The more people smoke, the worse they perform on cognitive tests, regardless of other health conditions known to affect cognition, according to preliminary research among adults aged 60 and older presented at the American Stroke Association’s International Stroke Conference 2022, a world premier meeting for researchers and clinicians dedicated to the science of stroke and

In cold conditions, brown adipose tissue (BAT) or brown fat generates heat to keep the body warm. Compared with white adipose tissue, BAT has more mitochondria­-;subcellular organelles associated with energy production-;which allows it to burn calories and produce heat by activating the mitochondrial uncoupling protein 1 (Ucp-1). The stimulation of the sympathetic nervous system (SNS)

Stellar Biotics was founded by Dr. Luba Sichel, a reputable microbiologist, who created the Cell Fragment Technology used to lyse the probiotic strain (lactobacillus rhamnosus DV​) in the company’s products. “Dr. Sichel is really an inspirational female leader. She’s a leading microbiologist. She has eminence in the research and academic field and she’s also a

An industry group called American College of Clinical Pharmacology recently published two position papers on dietary supplements. One calls into question the regulation of the sector, while another makes the case that pharmacists need more education on supplements.  Both papers were published in the Journal of Clinical Pharmacology​. In the regulation paper, the authors argue

The program, which the company calls the ChromaDex External Research Program (CERP) has applied to Niagen (NR) and to a lesser extent other proprietary ingredients. The program began in 2013​​. NR is a special form of vitamin B3.  ChromaDex licensed the first patents on the ingredient from Dartmouth University in 2012​​. NR is a precursor

The unsuccessful NDI notification, submitted by American Botanicals Corporation (NDIN #1220), marks the sixth time an NDIN has been filed with the agency for kratom. All have been unsuccessful*. Two of the previous six attempts were also filed by American Botanicals Corporation. In its new response, which can be found HERE​​, FDA stated that it

A new study has found that greater body fat is a risk factor for reduced cognitive function, such as processing speed, in adults. Even when the researchers took cardiovascular risk factors (such as diabetes or high blood pressure) or vascular brain injury into account, the association between body fat and lower cognitive scores remained. This

Cynthia Solomon, a 45-year-old businesswoman in Nigeria, started having issues in her matrimonial home when she gave birth to two children with Down syndrome. “I was shattered and heartbroken. I know I will live with the fact that there is no cure for Down syndrome but what broke my heart is the way and manner

Bar association panel takes FDA to task over NDI enforcement The panel was part of a New York Bar Association online event that took place on Friday.  The presentation was hosted by attorney Marc Ullman, of counsel with the firm Rivkin Radler.  Also participating were Mark LeDoux, CEO of contract manufacturer Natural Alternatives International (and

Jamie Taylor received two letters from the Missouri Department of Social Services Family Support Division that began, “Good news,” before stating that she was denied Medicaid coverage. Her income exceeded the state’s limits for the federal-state public health insurance program for people with low incomes. Missouri officials now blame the incongruous greeting for the decidedly