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A groundbreaking study led by neuroscientists from the City University of New York (CUNY) has uncovered a key stress-related pathway, the integrated stress response (ISR), that drives nerve degeneration in Alzheimer’s disease. The researchers identified “dark microglia,” specialized immune cells that, under stress, release harmful lipids damaging synaptic connections and neuron communication. Using brain scans… Read More
Starting in 2025, new regulations will be enforced across the APAC region to enhance consumer safety and product quality. Key updates include: Australia: Complementary medicines with Garcinia cambogia must include liver harm warnings on labels.China: Stricter approval and quality control measures for health foods.India: Updated guidelines for dietary supplements on labeling, ingredients, and manufacturing.Japan: Revised… Read More
As interest in the role of dietary supplements in combat sports grows, a recent systematic review and Bayesian network meta-analysis have provided critical insights. Covering 67 randomized controlled trials with 1026 elite combat sports athletes, the study evaluated 26 dietary supplements and their impact on athletic performance. Key Findings: Caffeine + Sodium Bicarbonate: Significantly increased… Read More
Recent research has identified a promising nutritional intervention to combat the loss of muscle mass and strength associated with aging and muscle diseases. Skeletal muscle relies on muscle stem cells (MuSCs) for growth and repair, but aging and muscle-related disorders can impair these cells, leading to regenerative decline. In a study, scientists screened natural food-derived… Read More
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) remains an enigmatic and devastating condition, with growing evidence highlighting a critical link between sleep disturbances and disease progression. A 2023 study from Washington University in St. Louis demonstrated that suvorexant, an insomnia medication, could transiently reduce amyloid-beta and tau protein levels—key markers of AD—in cerebrospinal fluid. The study involved 38 healthy,… Read More