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Everwell Health completed a 12-week open-label consumer study on its beauty-from-within ingredient Lustriva, involving 103 participants with mild-to-moderate hair thinning, to assess changes in hair, skin, and self-confidence. Participants reported noticeable improvements in hair health, with 70% experiencing reduced hair shedding, 57% reduced thinning, and 48% observing new hair growth, alongside enhanced shine and overall… Read More
This systematic review evaluated the effects of oral collagen supplementation on skin health parameters through analysis of 10 selected studies from an initial pool of over 9000 publications, focusing on randomized controlled trials assessing hydration, elasticity, wrinkles, and density via non-invasive tools like corneometry, cutometry, and ultrasound imaging. Key findings demonstrated consistent improvements in skin… Read More
Fermentation may significantly improve the cardioprotective potential of plant-based dairy alternatives, according to new research evaluating oat- and soy-based fermented products. The study found that fermentation enhanced antioxidant, antiplatelet, and anti-inflammatory activities, with fermented samples demonstrating greater bioactivity than non-fermented counterparts. Among the tested products, fermented soy showed stronger anti-inflammatory and antiplatelet effects, while fermented… Read More
The study investigated black ginger (Kaempferia parviflora) extract rich in polymethoxyflavones (PMFs) for its effects on physical fitness and fatigue in healthy adults using a randomized, double-blind, placebo controlled crossover design. Participants consumed 30 mg/day of the extract for four weeks, after which multiple physical performance parameters were assessed. The intake of the extract significantly… Read More
A recent pilot study has highlighted potential links between female ageing and changes in the oral microbiome, raising important questions about gender-specific oral health strategies. The study, conducted on 60 women aged between 18 and 89 years at a UK dental school, analysed salivary microbiota and biochemical markers alongside routine periodontal assessments. Although hormonal differences… Read More