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Evonikโs probiotic blend improves gluten digestion: Study
The study published in the journalย Microbiology Spectrumโย โinvestigated the gluten-degrading activity of a probiotic blend of sevenย Lactobacillusโย andย Bacillus โstrainsย supplied by German Manufacturer Evonik (marketed as โIn Vivo Biotics Gluten Toleranceโ). The placebo-controlled trial involving 70 healthy volunteers, found that the probiotic enhanced gluten digestion compared to placebo when participants were fed increasing quantities of gluten over 42…
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Probiotics may boost immune cell function for marathon runners: RCT
Data published in the British Journal of Nutritionโ indicated that 30 days of supplementation with a combination of Bifidobacterium bifidumโ subsp. lactisโ and Lactobacillus acidophilusโ led to increases in phagocytosis in monocytes compared to placebo. โIt may shed light on the possibility of endurance athletes using probiotics to mitigate the immunosuppressive effects of strenuous exercise,โ…
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Slimbiotics enters Israel with SUPCS collaboration
“We are thrilled to join forces with SUPCS to bring our plant probiotic solutions to the Israeli market,โ said Helmut Essl, founder of Slimbiotics GmbH. โSUPCS’s deep understanding of the local landscape and their strong relationships will be instrumental as we navigate the complexities of this market.โ The announcement follows a strategic partnership with DSM…
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Probiotic blend reduces body fat, BMI: Study
The study conducted by researchers from the Republic of Korea assessed the effect of a blend of probiotic strains (BN-202M) or placebo in 150 participants over 12 weeks of oral administration.ย ย Results showed a significant change in weight loss and BMI reduction was observed only in the BN-202M group. โThe probiotic combination BN-202M was effective…
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Probiotic may boost estrogen levels, provide menopause support: RCT
A probiotic formula containing L. brevisโ KABP052 was found to maintain estrogen levels over time, while estrogen levels significantly decreased in women receiving the placebo, according to findings from an exploratory, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial published in the Journal of Medicinal Food.โ Jordi Riera, Chief Business Development Manager at Kaneka Probiotics, discussed the new findings…
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Womenโs health webinar unveils major white space for bone health support
Lina Chan, director of womenโs health at retail giant Holland & Barrett, noted during the webinarโ that along with having a longer life expectancy, women are likely to spend more time in ill-health than men. โWe need to help women move away from disease states to a much more proactive attitude, and the way to…
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A.I. โdigital twinโ microbiome model may predict infant neurodevelopment
Using data from fecal samples collected from preterm infants in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), researchers from the University of Chicago report that their model, called Q-net, can predict which babies were at risk for cognitive deficits with 76% accuracy. The gut microbiome is known to have a profound impact on the health and…
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Phynova study reveals ‘real meal’ blood sugar benefits with low dose Reducose
Researchers from Oxford Brookes Centre for Nutrition and Health, UK, and ingredient supplier Phynova Group Limited conducted the double-blind, randomised, placebo-controlled, repeat-measure, crossover design trial to test the efficacy of the white mulberry extract at different doses with meals containing carbohydrates, proteins and fat. Wouter Claerhout, chief marketing officer at Phynova explained it is imperative…
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dsm-firmenich spotlights Humiome ‘biotic vitamin’ with targeted delivery system
โDiet throughout life is perhaps the key determinant of modulation and composition of the gut microbiome,โ explained Dr Robert Steinert, HNC Principal Scientist at dsm-firmenich, during a presentation of the ingredient at the tradeshow earlier this month. “The problem with diet is we are not following a gut microbiome healthy diet on a daily basis,…
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NutriLeads signs Lehvoss to distribute Benicaros prebiotic across EMEA
Benicaros is NutriLeadsโ clinically backed precision precision prebiotic made from upcycled carrot pomace, with applications withinย functional foods, beverages and supplements. Benicarosโ dual mode of action trains the innate immune systemโย and selectively increases beneficial gut microorganismsโ and their metabolites that are crucial to maintain a resilient gut and overall health. Discussing market trends and customer needs,…