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A recent study has found that olive leaf polyphenols may subtly influence insulin response after meals, even though they do not significantly impact post-meal blood sugar or lipid levels in the short term. In a randomized crossover trial involving 36 healthy adults, participants consumed either olive leaf tea, biscuits made with olive leaf powder, or… Read More
A sub-study of the large-scale VITAL randomized controlled trial investigated the effects of vitamin D3 and marine omega-3 fatty acids on leukocyte telomere length (LTL), a biomarker of cellular aging. Over four years, vitamin D3 supplementation (2,000 IU/day) significantly slowed telomere attrition compared to placebo, indicating a protective effect against cellular aging. Participants receiving vitamin… Read More
A double-blind, placebo-controlled study in competitive sprint swimmers found that combining multi-strain probiotics (4.5×10¹¹ CFU) and omega-3 fatty acids (1000 mg/day: 500 mg EPA, 180 mg DHA) with Ultra-Short Race Pace Training (USRPT) led to synergistic improvements in performance. Over 8 weeks, the combined group showed the greatest gains reducing 50 m and 100 m… Read More
The study evaluated the preventive efficacy of Pycnogenol® (French maritime pine bark extract) in otherwise healthy subjects with restless legs syndrome (RLS). The study compared two groups: one receiving standard management (SM) and another receiving SM plus 150 mg/day of Pycnogenol® for 4 weeks. The results showed that Pycnogenol® supplementation significantly improved limb sensations, normalized… Read More
Eldosamb® is a premium, standardized elderberry extract formulated to support immune health. Derived from carefully selected berries and produced through a controlled process, it ensures a consistent 13% anthocyanin content. Preclinical studies have shown that eldosamb® possesses effective immune-modulating properties, helping to balance the immune response and reduce inflammation. Additional research highlights the ability of… Read More