Multi-strain probiotics obtained from the human gut have shown promising effects in reducing irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) disease severity, and should be further studied as a potential treatment for the condition, say Korean researchers.
Japanese researchers have found that eight-weeks’ consumption of a beverage containing flavanol-rich cacao extract reduced negative mood and improved positive mood among middle-aged women.
Curcumin may be as effective as the drug omeprazole for treating indigestion symptoms, suggests the first study of its kind undertaken by researchers in Thailand.
Malaysian researchers say that intake of Lactobacillus reuteri DSM 17648 leads to higher eradication rates of H. pylori bacteria, making the probiotic an effective adjunct treatment.
This round-up looks at the latest health and nutrition research, including how New Zealand researchers are studying the benefits of Feijoa fruit for diabetes prevention, how low-quality diets are related to migraine frequency, and the benefits of rice...
Beetroot juice supplementation among female volleyball players was found to improve muscle endurance and pain reduction after high-pressure training, says researchers.
New Zealand researchers are beginning a six-month study in Auckland exploring feijoa powder’s ability to prevent diabetes, and says that health claim would support the country’s export ambitions in Asia for the backyard staple.
There is “no significant difference” between the efficacy of daily and intermittent vitamin D supplementation under equivalent dosage and duration conditions, say Chinese researchers.
The single intake of REP hydrolysate reduced anxiety and nervousness, but repeated intake over four weeks had limited effects on the mood state of participants, says Japanese researchers.
Chinese researchers say that oral probiotics is a better option than topical probiotics in treating inflammatory skin conditions, as it mediates the intestinal microbiota that in turns help regulate skin health.
A six week course of sucrosomial vitamin D3 supplementation leads to a more substantial increase in serum vitamin D levels than standard vitamin D3 supplements.
Supplementation with Korean Red Ginseng could reduce the production of the stress hormone cortisol, according to the findings of an eight-week RCT conducted among 90 men who reported being under stress.
The percentage of individuals who are using health supplements or oriental medicines in managing psoriasis has declined over the decade, according to new data from South Korea.
The ability to establish a large database of human health data is key for the personalised nutrition sector to flourish, says the co-founder of HEM Pharma – a South Korean start-up which counts industry big names, including Amway, Amorepacific, CJ Cheiljedang,...
This round-up looks at the latest health and nutrition research, including the benefits of probiotics supplementation in shortening diarrhoea duration in kids, reducing visceral fat in overweight individuals, and how egg yolk choline could offer cognitive...
The supplementation of probiotics from the Bifidobacterium animalis strain has shown to shorten the duration of acute diarrhoea and hospital stay in kids, new findings from China have shown.
A new RCT observes an increased abundance of Bacteriodes and Lactobacillus genus following a four month intake period with L. salivarius (AP-32) and B. animalis (CP-9) probiotics respectively, in infants aged four days to two months old.
The intake of Lactobacillus sakei OK67 is generally safe and has therapeutic potential for treating obesity by regulating visceral fat, say Korean researchers.
The supplementation of tocotrienols has shown to significantly reduce glycated haemoglobin (HbA1c) levels in type II diabetic patients, according to a new meta-analysis and systematic review from Malaysia.
Pacific health researchers are starting clinical trials in early 2024 to explore kava as an alternate treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
One in three children aged six to 36 months old is at risk of anaemia, according to a new study from Malaysia. In our latest Nutrachampion podcast, a prominent paediatric endocrinologist who led the study discusses the prevalence of anaemia in young children...
Thai researchers have developed a novel rice-based medical food, which can help reduce glucose and insulin responses among adults at risk of diabetes or with early type 2 diabetes.
Daily supplementation with an extract of Ageratum conyzoides may offer support for men and women with loss, with a new study showing reduced hairline recession and greater hair density, compared to placebo.
Amino acid specialist firm Ajinomoto has lauded the findings of a new Japanese study which highlighted the potential of umami ingredients, such as the various glutamate-based substances, to reduce consumer salt intake and improve public health.
Collaboration across key stakeholders such as researchers, hospitals, and the industry is crucial when running human clinical trials, according to an exec from Abbott Nutrition who spoke about the firm’s experience in Asia-Pacific at a symposium co-organised...
A higher concentration of magnesium in the blood is associated with a lower risk of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) in Chinese adults over 60, according to new findings from China health supplement firm BYHEALTH.
This round-up looks at the latest health and nutrition research, including the potential of omega-3 as an adjunct therapy for depression and obesity, nutritional differences found in plant-based beverages, and the potential of tempeh and a yam-derived...
Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (n-3 PUFAs) have been found to have beneficial effects on inflammatory markers, metabolic dysregulation, and depressive symptoms.
Consuming oral nutritional supplements rich in protein, vitamins, minerals, and fructo-oligosaccharide (FOS) has shown to improve nutrient intake in children who are picky eaters, as compared to those who only received dietary counselling, a 90-day Abbott...
A 12-week RCT conducted in Japan has showed that the supplementation of a yam-derived bioactive could improve muscle quality and reduce glycated haemoglobin among middle-aged adults.
Thai research team is embarking on a long-term journey to commercialise a herbal tea that has been shown to boost breast milk production in a clinical trial.
The sports performance-enhancing properties of tempeh should be further explored for application in functional foods such as sports drinks, say researchers.
A five-year long trial from Australia has shown that taking large amounts of vitamin D at 60,000 IU each month will not affect the gut microbiota – a result that is in contrary to findings from a number of previous studies.
The supplementation of vitamin B12 and folic acid in toddlers has reduced their plasma concentrations of fasting total homocysteine (tHcy) – an amino acid that is linked to cardiometabolic diseases when in elevated levels.
Four weeks supplementation of greenshell mussel (GSM) powder has been shown to reduce muscle soreness and promote muscle function recovery for untrained adult men after exercise.
The supplementation of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum P9 – a proprietary strain of Chinese firm CR Jiangzhong – has been shown to relieve chronic constipation in a 42-day clinical trial.
This round-up looks at the latest findings from health and nutrition research, including the benefit of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) in lowering cardiovascular disease risk among diabetic patients, γ-tocopherol in reducing premenstrual symptoms such as...
Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) alone, and not combined with docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), reduced the risk of cardiovascular diseases in diabetic patients, according to a new Chinese study.
New Zealand researchers are hoping that results from a new, large-scale dietary intervention study will underpin domestic nutrition policies and boost export opportunities.
The supplementation of collagen peptide has shown to reduce exercise-induced muscle soreness and fatigue in middle-aged men, making it a potential sports nutrition candidate, said researchers from Japan.
New Zealand’s consumer watchdog has published data showing that 80% of those surveyed had taken a supplement in the last year, but doubts over the regulatory regime and its future persist among industry and consumers.
Joint research by Kirin Holdings and Nagasaki University has found that Lactococcus lactis strain Plasma (LC-Plasma) could hasten recovery of smell and taste dysfunction caused by COVID-19, which will further drive R&D in the postbiotic’s use in pharmaceutical...
Understanding and fulfilling pressing health needs is just as important as making ground-breaking scientific discoveries, said a leading professor behind probiotic products for immune health.
Intake of γ-tocopherol (γ-toc) for seven weeks has been shown to reduce premenstrual (PMS) symptoms like fatigue and irritability, and particularly those related to water retention during the luteal phase.
