Do we really need a study to tell us that the more ultra-processed food someone eats, the more mentally unhealthy they tend to be? Maybe we really do. Since the early 1990s, processed food consumption is on the rise, and whole food consumption is on the decline. If the message...
Harvesting it by hand, farmers have to work delicately to safely harvest the threads of the saffron plant. This intricate process makes saffron extremely expensive; in some parts of the world the price can yield as much as $4,000 to $5,000 per pound. The spice has been harvested for thousands...
Native to South and Central America, as well as Mexico, and Texas, Damiana (Turnera diffusa) has gained popularity for its use as an aphrodisiac. Also, it is known as a hormonal supporter. Few studies have been done proving its effectiveness. That said, history and feedback regarding its successful use has...
Chicago, IL—At this year's Probiota Americas, held in Washington D.C., New Zealand Milk Products (NZMP) showcased its BifidoB HN019 and LactoB HN001 probiotic strains. The company also discussed its partnership with Maypro. Maypro has added NZMP’s BifidoB HN019 and LactoB HN001 probiotic strains to its portfolio. The brand will incorporate NZMP's clinical...
A unique magnesium supplement called Magtein® (magnesium L-threonate) has been shown to increase brain levels of magnesium and functional neuronal terminals compared to other magnesium supplements (including magnesium citrate, gluconate, malate and glycinate) in animal studies. Among the benefits: Magtein® has been shown to increase brain magnesium levels, which is required for the production of...
Fremont, CA—Magceutics, LLC, shared the news of recent discoveries uncovering unexpected benefits of magnesium L-threonate. While many consumers are aware that magnesium is an essential mineral that supports bone health, heart health, and immunity, not all magnesium forms are the same or address the same unique health conditions, Magceutics noted.
Mumbai, India, and Morristown, NJ—OmniActive Health Technologies announced the publication of new pharmacokinetic data on its proprietary energy ingredient Xtenergy, a natural, sustained-release caffeine from green coffee bean. Published in Current Research in Behavioral Science, the study measured the bioavailability of Xtenergy compared to immediate release caffeine and the effects of...
Hoboken, NJ—A new review article published in the Journal of Medicinal Food provides a comprehensive overview of the composition, bioavailability, and mechanisms of action of Robuvit, a French Oak wood extract. The review states that Robuvit comes from Quercus robur L., grown and collected in France from forests controlled by...
A new research review suggest the benefits of psycobiotics—pre- and probiotics that affect the gut-brain axis (i.e., those products that can aid in mood regulation). Published in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health, Food & mood: a review of supplementary prebiotic and probiotic interventions in the treatment of anxiety and depression...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Probiotics Help Marathoners Go the Distance Like most exercise, running is good for your microbes. However, a marathon (26.219 miles) can be an extreme challenge leading to gut dysbiosis, immunosuppression and respiratory problems. Clearly, care of a healthy gut microbiome is vital for an athlete’s health, training and performance.
