Danielle Citrolo, PharmD

Concept of auditing and evaluating quality and efficiency of research.

What’s in a Clinical? 5 Factors for Evaluating Studies of Ingredients

Quality science on branded ingredients goes a long way to establishing consumer trust and differentiating from generic alternatives.

February 25, 2025

Danielle Citrolo, PharmD

Clinical research on functional ingredients is essential to establishing credibility for any health claim, but not all clinical trials are created equal.

Mastering the Microbiome

Immune Health and the Microbiome: Postbiotics for Year-Round Support

July 8, 2024

Danielle Citrolo, PharmD

It’s crucial to understand the shifting desires of consumers. And for today’s supplement consumer, immune and digestive health go hand-in-hand.

Nootropic for Optimizing Overall Cognitive Health

September 19, 2022

Danielle Citrolo, PharmD and WholeFoods Magazine Contributor

This time of year, many people are seeking something to help them maintain or improve their mental energy, memory, focus, and attention to get the day-to-day things done, let alone get ahead during a changing environment. The need for mental stamina is even more demanding. This is true, no matter...

The Immune System and Gut Health

February 15, 2022

Danielle Citrolo, PharmD

The majority of the immune system is located in the gut and GI tract. In fact, millions of immune cells are located in the intestines. Healthy gut nutrition that supports the immune system includes prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics. You may have heard of pre- and probiotics, but postbiotics are not...