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A recent double-blind, placebo-controlled trial tested partially hydrolyzed guar gum (PHGG) in healthy adults over eight weeks. Participants who took PHGG showed reduced levels of harmful mucolytic gut bacteria, more frequent and satisfying bowel movements, and at the higher dose better sleep and motivation.Briefly: PHGG appears to ease mild constipation, shift the gut microbiome toward… Read More
In a randomized trial, emulsifiers reduced beneficial short-chain fatty acids and altered gut microbiota but did not increase inflammation or metabolic risk. Carrageenan increased gut permeability. An emulsifier-free diet lowered cholesterol. Results suggest limiting emulsifiers may support gut health. Source : https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40816342/ Read More
Shilajit is a mineral-rich natural exudate formed over centuries through the decomposition of plant matter and minerals under microbial and geological pressure, traditionally used in Ayurveda as a rejuvenative tonic and restorative. Its composition is dominated by nearly 62% organic constituents and ~30% inorganic minerals, making it one of the most compositionally complex natural ingredients… Read More
This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled cross-over trial evaluated the efficacy of 500 mg of oral resveratrol twice daily for four weeks in pre-hypertensive and stage-1-hypertensive patients. While the treatment significantly increased nitric oxide production compared to the placebo, it failed to demonstrate a statistically superior reduction in systolic or diastolic blood pressure. Source : https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-025-17305-6 Read More
This randomized controlled trial evaluated the effects of a specific collagen peptide supplement on periodontal inflammation in patients undergoing supportive periodontal aftercare. Participants receiving collagen peptides showed significant improvements in periodontal health parameters, including reductions in bleeding on probing and inflammatory burden, compared with the control group. The beneficial effects are associated with the ability… Read More