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Prebiotic burdock-derived inulin can support the immune system, study finds

Inulin-type fructans extracted from the greater burdock can act as a prebiotic, working to support the immune system through their modulation of the gut microbiome and its metabolites

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Vitamin C enhances placental blood flow in smoking mothers, study reveals

Daily vitamin C supplementation can enhance blood flow from mother to baby to similar levels compared to non-smokers, promoting a healthier pregnancy in smoking individuals

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Fucoidan supports prostate health through its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity, study finds

The results of this study highlight fucoidan's potential as a men's health nutraceutical, as the brown seaweed-based ingredient was proven to reduce prostate weight and inflammation

Soy protein consumption may boost heart health by enhancing gut microbiota activity, study reveals

Daily consumption of β-conglycinin reduced strain on the heart by ameliorating myocardial scarring and left ventricular fractional shortening, while also enhancing the prevalence of SCFA-producing gut bacteria

Suannutra debuts digital dietary supplement formulation tool, SuanBlend

The technology is designed to support supplement brands in creating novel and unique formulations using science-backed nutraceuticals and botanical extracts

Sea buckthorn extract could slow the skin ageing process, study reveals

Polysaccharides extracted from sea buckthorn berries could support skin health through their role as an antioxidant, highlighting the nutraceutical's potential in beauty from within applications

Synbiotic combination boosts heart health for those with metabolic syndrome, study finds

A nutraceutical containing both prebiotics and probiotics has been found to significantly reduce both gut and cardiovascular inflammation in an animal model of metabolic syndrome

Sleeproot shown to increase sleep duration on day 1, reports OmniActive study

OmniActive Health Technologies shares new data on Sleeproot, its proprietary low-dose valerian extract, revealing that it supports a statistically significant increase in sleep duration starting on the first day of use

Taking high-dose vitamin D supplements for 5 years did not affect the incidence of type 2 diabetes

Using significantly higher doses of vitamin D than recommended for 5 years did not affect the incidence of type 2 diabetes in elderly men and women, according to a new study from the University of Eastern Finland.

A long-term solution for allergic rhinitis symptoms and improved quality of life

Akay Bioactives publishes new research in the Journal of Functional Foods on Immufen, a plant-based solution for seasonal support

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Lubrizol's magnesium ingredient voted top product in sensory consumer study

The company's MAGSHAPE magnesium nutraceutical was considered the most appetising by a 100-strong panel of blind tasters

Pharmactive's aged black garlic ingredient proves high in bioactives in new study

To find out more about Abg10+ and its potential as a heart health ingredient, as well as the results of supplement analyses, NBR caught up with Pharmactive's Ignacio Jiménez Amezcua
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Gnosis by Lesaffre highlights the global folate inadequacy problem

Folate (vitamin B9) is an essential nutrient for both mum and baby, though more than 50% of the global population consume insufficient levels of the vitamin

Epax's omega-3 ingredient EPAX 4020TGN aids muscular function and recovery, study finds

These results highlight the potential of the nutraceutical in supporting the muscles and promoting healthy ageing, while also boosting a user's injury recovery potential

Anthocyanin nanoencapsulation boosts the nutraceutical's absorbency in the gut, study reveals

Nanoencapsulation has been shown to prevent the premature degradation of anthocyanins in the gut, while also enhancing its bioavailability and efficacy as an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant
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Study reveals astaxanthin's cardiovascular health-boosting potential in firefighters

AstaReal's Astaxanthin nutraceutical has been shown to elevate biomarkers of heart health at a dose of 12mg per day, while also mediating inflammation associated with high-intensity, short-duration exercise

MaxScientific and Seragon Biosciences collaborate to optimise healthy ageing nutraceutical, Revigorator

Using Seragon's NAD+ boosting technology, MaxScientific will optimise the bioavailability and cellular absorption of its functional ingredient
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Propolis extract can support immune health and reduce upper respiratory symptoms, study finds

After 12 weeks of consuming the nutraceutical, users are 31% less likely to experience upper respiratory discomfort, and when it does occur, the duration is reduced by 34%

Low-dose aswagandha extract alleviates stress and anxiety in new clinical study

Arjuna Natural's Shoden ashwagandha extract reduced perceived anxiety by 59%, while lowering stress hormone cortisol by 67%

Prenatal supplements often lack in nutrients essential for a healthy pregnancy, study reveals

Researchers found that many supplements lacked choline and iodine, which are crucial minerals in pregnancy, while some supplements contained harmful levels of toxic metals

Vitamin B3 diminishes lung inflammation in COPD patients, study reveals

Supplementation with vitamin B3 was found to reduce lung inflammatory biomarkers by up to 63%, while also increasing blood NAD levels in those with COPD

US-sold kids melatonin supplements pose potential safety risk owing to mislabelling, study finds

More than 50% of the sleep-focused supplements assessed had incorrect dosage labelling, with one product containing 667% more melatonin than the label declared

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