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A new study offers hope for older adults struggling to maintain muscle strength. Researchers found that daily supplementation with calcium HMB (β-hydroxy-β-methylbutyrate) and vitamin D3 significantly improved muscle function and lean body mass in adults over 60—even in those who didn’t exercise. The 12-month double-blind study included 117 participants with low vitamin D levels. Those… Read More
The article explores the potential of using the Sindbis virus as a dual-function therapeutic agent against pancreatic cancer. Pancreatic cancer is notorious for its dense layer and immunosuppressive microenvironment, which hinder effective treatment. The study investigates the Sindbis virus’s ability to selectively infect and disintegrate pancreatic tumor cells (oncolytic activity) while simultaneously stimulating an anti-tumor… Read More
A recent randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical study has highlighted the promising role of oral photoprotection as an adjunct to conventional sun care. Over an 8-week period, fair-skinned participants (phototypes I–III) received a syrup-based supplement containing Polypodium leucotomos extract (PLE), Red Orange Extract (ROE), and vitamins A, C, D, and E. The intervention group showed a… Read More
A new study suggests that higher dietary intake of selenium may reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) among American adults. Analyzing data from over 39,000 participants in the NHANES (2003–2018), researchers found that those with moderate selenium intake had a 16% lower risk of CVD compared to those with the lowest intake. Overall, CVD… Read More
A recent study has found that Nutroxsun®, a proprietary blend of rosemary and grapefruit extracts, may offer significant protection against UV-induced skin damage when taken orally. Traditionally, topical sunscreens have served as the primary defense against ultraviolet radiation (UVR), but this research adds to growing evidence that nutritional strategies can also play a key role.… Read More