Irvine, CA—A combination of TheraPrimE palm tocotrienols and AstaZine astaxanthin, both from BGG World, has been shown in a new clinical trial to improve cognitive health in subjects with age-related memory decline. The randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study was performed on 36 subjects over 12 weeks. The test group used 50mg...

Irvine, CA—Algae Health Sciences, a division of BGG, announced in a press release the publication of two double-blind, placebo-controlled human clinical trials using AstaZine on brain health. In the first study, healthy subjects aged 26 to 63 took AstaZine for 8 weeks. The study found significant improvements in feelings of...

Reykjanesbaer, Iceland—Algalif, producer of astaxanthin from microalgae, announced in a press release new funding and an expansion of its manufacturing capabilities. Recent funding was received, the release says, through grants from The Icelandic Centre for Research’s Technology Development Fund and the European Union’s SME Instrument program to help the company...

Brattleboro, VT—For The Biome announced a partnership with microalgae innovator Algatech, according to a press release, in which For The Biome will be the “first to launch” position for new products for topical applications. Paul Schulick, founder of both For The Biome and New Chapter, said in the release, “Our...

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Note: The views and opinions expressed here are those of the author(s) and contributor(s) and do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher and editors of WholeFoods Magazine.   Attention Retailers: Clean up needed on the e-commerce aisle. There’s a collective mess out there and failing to attend to this issue can result...

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A Healthquest Podcast by Steve Lankford Click to hear podcast [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In this interview we will introduce astaxanthin. What is it, where it come from and what are the benefits? Astaxanthin supports skin health, eye health, brain health, cardiovascular health, muscle performance and anti-fatigue. We will explore some of the science...

Kibbutz Ketura, Israel —Algatechnologies, Ltd., or Algatech, has invested in Supreme Health, Ltd., New Zealand, becoming its major shareholder. It will expand the company’s reach to China and Asia-Pacific, supplying those markets with astaxanthin and other algae-based products. The Asia-Pacific market for such products is currently valued at several hundred...

Astaxanthin, a naturally occurring carotenoid pigment, is a powerful antioxidant with a multitude of health and beauty benefits. Known for its distinctive red pigment, astaxanthin reduces free radicals in the body and protects cells against oxidation (1). Astaxanthin is used for eye support, brain health and immune support. Astaxanthin can...

The eye is one of the most vital sensory organs in the entire body. It’s easy to take for granted the ability to see, especially with medical advances providing glasses, contact lenses and other ways to correct poor vision and maintain a quality of life. However, we should be aware...