Probiotics can significantly improve the symptoms of pregnancy-related nausea, vomiting, and constipation, according to a new study, which also provided clues as to why some people experience more stomach troubles during pregnancy. "The cause of nausea and vomiting during pregnancy is unknown to this date,” said Albert T. Liu, lead...
Thinning scalp hair shouldn’t be a big deal, given that its primary job—to protect against cold and sun—is easily satisfied with a hat or sunscreen. But a thick shiny head of hair also signals health and fertility in the mammalian kingdom, a role that is upended by age and disease...
Spring, TX—The Global Prebiotic Association (GPA) is calling for applications for the 2022 GPA Young Researcher Award. The 2022 Award will be given to young scientific researchers who have published 1) fundamental and 2) applied research that advances the science or impact of prebiotics (defined by GPA as a product...
New York, NY—IFF Health has introduced a new website that brings together the expanded capabilities of the newly merged IFF Health and HOWARU businesses. The resource hub is a launchpad that provides brand partners and co-manufacturers technical insights, updated market intelligence, and comprehensive microbiome innovation resources, according to a press...
In acute kidney injury (AKI), the kidneys suddenly fail and are no longer able to sustain their vital functions. This is a serious life-threatening emergency, but is generally considered treatable and reversible, often without long-term consequences in individuals with no other comorbidities. AKI typically occurs in patients living with...
Ireland—Research from APC Microbiome Ireland at University College Cork (UCC) has put forth a novel approach to reverse aspects of age-related deterioration in the brain and cognitive function via gut microbes, according to a press release. This latest study was performed on mice. Researchers showed that by transplanting microbes from...
Serenity Kids has debuted Grass Fed A2 Whole Milk Toddler Formula. The formula is designed to support the microbiome, without synthetic folic acid or industrial seed oils. All of the ingredients included are clean and premium quality to elevate the macronutrient profile of this formula. www.MySerenityKids.com...
Newborns have been found to have good tolerance for two specific probiotic strains, according to a study published in Pediatric Research. A press release from Probi, which supplied the probiotics for the study, explains that infants are born with a low microbial count in the digestive tract, leaving them susceptible...
Flavonoids are linked to the gut microbiome—and, in part through that link, may have a positive effect on blood pressure, according to new research published in Hypertension. "Our gut microbiome plays a key role in metabolizing flavonoids to enhance their cardioprotective effects, and this study provides evidence to suggest these...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The mushroom category is broad, and research on most mushrooms is limited—but what there is, shows enormous potential. Companies in this area are capitalizing on this potential: Om Mushroom has released a mushroom-based Immune Boost Drink Mix, Mushroom Wisdom offers Maitake D-Fraction in several strengths for immune support, and For...
