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In a 24 week randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial, 100 adults (19-60 years) were assigned to receive either Gynostemma pentaphyllum (GP) extract or a placebo, with 94 participants completing the study. The GP extract demonstrated significant improvements in multiple hair-health parameters compared with placebo. Hair elasticity increased by 58.14 ± 40.43 gf in the GP… Read More
A randomized, double-blind, crossover trial involving 42 healthy adults aged 45–75 years found that 4 weeks of soluble corn fiber (SCF; 18 g/day) supplementation improved aspects of cognitive performance and modified gut microbiota composition. SCF significantly reduced reaction times during both congruent and incongruent attentional inhibition tasks, indicating enhanced executive function. Supplementation also resulted in… Read More
Hydrolyzed whey protein produced through lactylation may offer advantages over conventional whey protein by improving digestibility, absorption, and anabolic potential. While whey protein is recognized for its benefits in immunity, muscle health, metabolic regulation, and overall wellness, prolonged intake of intact proteins may increase gastrointestinal workload. Lactylated whey protein hydrolysate requires less enzymatic digestion, places… Read More
A cross-sectional survey of pregnant women (n=132) and healthcare professionals (n=105) at a German tertiary care center (2024) identified significant differences in micronutrient knowledge, beliefs, and supplementation practices during pregnancy. Healthcare professionals demonstrated greater overall micronutrient knowledge, with the largest gap observed for vitamin B12, where 53% of pregnant women could not identify any fetal… Read More
In an 8-week randomized trial, daily supplementation with sakura and Rosa roxburghii extract significantly improved skin hydration, elasticity, collagen, texture, and reduced wrinkles and neck lines versus placebo. The supplement was safe and effective for promoting healthier, younger-looking skin. Source : https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41215693/ Read More