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Lubrizol has announced new preclinical findings confirming the superior performance of its microencapsulated iron ingredient, Lipofer microcapsules, compared with conventional iron sources.Published in Nature, the study evaluated iron-deficient rats and demonstrated that Lipofer microcapsules significantly improved iron absorption and gastrointestinal tolerance, reversing iron deficiency within just 14 days. Source : https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-025-07202-3 Read More
In a 3-week trial, combat-sport athletes taking L-glutamine (0.3 g/kg/day) showed enhanced mucosal immunity (↑IgA, NO), better testosterone/cortisol balance, fewer URTI incidents, and improved well-being compared to placebo. L-glutamine supports recovery and immune defense after intense training. Source : https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38193521/ Read More
A randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial demonstrated that daily supplementation with a 50/50 blend of inulin and oligofructose (9.2 g/day for 8 weeks) significantly improved bowel symptoms, mood, and quality of life in individuals with constipation-predominant irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-C). Participants receiving the prebiotic showed a marked increase in IBS-Quality of Life scores and a reduction… Read More
The article provides a comprehensive analysis of the antioxidant properties of Opuntia dillenii, commonly known as the prickly pear cactus, emphasizing its potential as a natural source of bioactive, health-promoting compounds. Its antioxidant effects are primarily due to polysaccharides, betalains, and polyphenols, which act synergistically to neutralize free radicals and mitigate oxidative stress, a major… Read More
A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial in healthy adults evaluated a fucoidan-rich extract from Saccharina latissima (SLE-F) for its effects on the gut microbiome. Participants received 125 mg or 500 mg of SLE-F, or placebo, twice daily for four weeks. High-dose SLE-F improved microbial diversity, increased beneficial bacteria such as Bifidobacterium, Faecalibacterium, and Lachnospiraceae, and reduced… Read More