Nutrition & Life

Nutritious breakfast and lunch linked to emotional wellbeing in pupils across the age spectrumInclude good nutrition in public health strategies for kids’ mental health, urge researchers. Higher fruit and veg intake are significantly associated with better mental health in secondary school children, while a nutritious breakfast and lunch is linked to emotional wellbeing in pupils

The idea for the program started several years ago when LGC was approached by one of its partner brands that was concerned about a competitor who they thought may have been amino spiking, Paul Klinger, Business Development Director, Informed for LGC, told NutraIngredients-USA. Amino spiking is a practice where amino acids like, for example, L-Taurine

Called Weighlevel One, the product has been under development for a number of years.  In its original form, called Weighlevel, the product was a blend of  extracts of leaves of Alchemilla vulgaris ​(Lady’s Mantle), Olea europea ​(olive), Mentha  longifolia (wild mint) ​and    from    the    seeds    of Cuminum cyminum ​(the spice cumin).

Women ages 70 and older and men ages 20-49 were more likely to have uncontrolled hypertension despite taking blood pressure-lowering medications, according to new research presented today at the American Heart Association’s Hypertension Scientific Sessions 2021. The meeting is the premier scientific exchange focused on recent advances in basic and clinical research on high blood

A review by the GLUTEN3S research group at the UPV/EHU-University of the Basque Country describes the nutritional imbalances found in adults suffering from celiac disease who follow a gluten-free diet. The keys to avoiding possible problems among these patients are proper monitoring and good nutritional education, to ensure a diet that is not only gluten-free

People with treatment-resistant hypertension successfully reduced their blood pressure by adopting the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) eating plan, losing weight, and improving their aerobic fitness by participating in a structured diet and exercise program at a certified cardiac rehabilitation facility, according to new research published today in the American Heart Association’s flagship journal

Machine learning can pinpoint “genes of importance” that help crops to grow with less fertilizer, according to a new study published in Nature Communications. It can also predict additional traits in plants and disease outcomes in animals, illustrating its applications beyond agriculture. Using genomic data to predict outcomes in agriculture and medicine is both a

NutraScience’s Andrew Goldman, Vice President of Digital Marketing and Vincent Tricarico, Vice President of Contract Manufacturing, joined the NutraCast to explain what tools brands should use to stand out in today’s saturated marketplace. The duo said the top platforms that can’t be ignored are Google Ads, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok – specifically short videos like

Elysium had been accused on infringing on the two patents – U.S. Patent No. 8,383,086 and U.S. Patent No. 8,197,807. However, Judge Connolly granted Elysium’s motion for summary judgement, stating that the patents in question were invalid because nicotinamide riboside, a form of vitamin B3, is a naturally-occurring vitamin, and therefore patent ineligible (Alice Corp.

Data published in the Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry​ indicated that 30 grams per day of the dark chocolate for three weeks led to significant elevations in levels of a gut microbe called Blautia obeum​, and levels of this bacterium were positively correlated with improved mood. “It has consistently been reported that the microbiota of healthy

Social media users who view images of healthy foods that have been heavily endorsed with ‘likes’ are more likely to make healthier food choices, a new study has found. The research, by psychologists from Aston University’s College of Health and Life Sciences, found that study participants who viewed highly liked mock Instagram posts of fruit

Can specific dietary guidelines help people living with bipolar disorders better manage their health? Maybe someday, according to a new study by Penn State College of Medicine researchers. Clinical trial results showed that a diet designed to alter levels of specific fatty acids consumed by participants may help patients have less variability in their mood.

Rather than perceiving the rise of vegan proteins as a threat, Arla Foods Ingredients believes interest in plant-based protein sources has helped drive growth in the overall space and increase consumer choice. “It’s not really a case of dairy versus vegan alternatives,” ​Anne Hoest Stenbaek, head of marketing at Arla Foods Ingredients, told NutraIngredients. “Current

Three new studies by University of Miami Miller School of Medicine urologists address how consuming healthy plant-based diets impact a range of men’s health issues -; from diabetes to sexual health. Plant-based diets is a hot topic in men’s health but one that many men dismiss for fear that eating less meat might negatively impact

New data collected by University of Minnesota Medical School researchers demonstrate a clear connection between nicotine withdrawal and poor eating habits. Their findings point to the opioid system, the brain functions responsible for addiction and appetite regulation, as a possible cause for smoker preference of energy-dense, high-calorie food during nicotine withdrawal. This can lead to

The health benefits of a polyphenol found in hops is dependent upon its interactions with intestinal microorganisms, according to new research. Xanthohumol (XN) is a flavonoid from the hops plant (Humulus lupulus​) exerting antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-hyperglycemic, and anti-hyperlipidemic activities. Because XN also acts as a prebiotic for intestinal microbiota and can alter the gut microbial

The survey included just over 1,000 adults in the US and it found that most Americans are looking to add vitamin C (59%), vitamin D (49%) and B vitamins (49%), while just 25% recognize the value of probiotics to support the immune system. Despite the gut being home to at least 70% of the immune

Meta-review examines evidence linking flavonoids, gut microbiota and health This comprehensive review of over 130 studies profiled six classes of flavonoids and how they interact with the gut microbiota to induce physiological changes and benefits. It concluded that overall, flavonoid consumption enriches potentially beneficial gut microbiota such as Bifidobacterium​ and Lactobacillus, ​often at the expense

Nearly 15 percent of U.S. households-;and nearly 18 percent of households with children-;reported food insecurity early in the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a survey conducted via social media by researchers at NYU School of Global Public Health. The findings, published in Nutrition Journal, illustrate how the pandemic has worsened food insecurity, even among social media

Women who do not receive recommended cancer screenings are at a higher risk of morbidity and mortality. But why is it that some women are more likely to receive cancer screenings than others? A new study examined differences in receipt of cancer screenings by race. Study results will be presented during The North American Menopause

Beyond the physical dangers of COVID-19, the pandemic has wreaked havoc mentally and emotionally. A new study suggests the pandemic may have had a greater impact on the mental health of women with a history of childhood abuse or intimate partner violence (IPV) than with women without such histories. Study results will be presented during

Hair loss in middle-aged females is common, affecting up to two-thirds of women after menopause. The exact reasons remain unclear, although evidence suggests a hormonal and genetic predisposition. A presentation at The North American Menopause Society (NAMS) Annual Meeting in Washington, DC, September 22-25, 2021, will address common hair loss problems and review new therapies