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Ashwagandha may reduce cortisol levels in stressed individuals, review finds
From all seven studies which measured plasma levels, cortisol secretion was significantly reduced by between 11% and 32.63%. The Italian researchers summarise: โSupplementation with WS for a period ranging from 30 to 112 days appears to have a stress-reducing effect by lowering cortisol levels in stressed individuals.โ Yet, they highlight that further research should investigate…
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Gelitaโs PeptEndure boosts running performance in endurance athletes
The double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomised trial, assessed the impact of ingestion of either 15g of PeptEndure, Gelitaโs specific collagen peptide (SCP)ย launched earlier this yearโ, or placebo in 12 weeks of concurrent training amongst 32 endurance-trained male participants. The study, partially funded by Gelita Health GmbH, Eberbach, Germany, concluded: โSCP supplementation in combination with concurrent training (CT)…
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MCTs paired with exercise improves health-related quality of life, study suggests
Following the administration of varying quantities of over 2g/day of MCTs over a 12-week period, alongside walking exercise, measures of physical functioning, mental and general health were significantly improved. The Japanese researchers conclude: โTherefore, regardless of the octanoic and decanoic acid composition, it is speculated that the combination of a continuous daily intake of 2โg…
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This Tasty Protein Shake Keeps Me Full For Up To 4 Hours (& Doesn't Taste Like Feet)*
Here’s why I plan to keep drinking it. Source link
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Probiota Pioneer competition winners announced
The NutraIngredients editorial team has handpicked three worthy start-up companies for their creativity and commitment to diversifying the industry. The triumphant recipients, namely WellVine, REM Analytics, and ProBioEtna, have earned the exclusive opportunity to present their businesses to industry experts on the Probiota stage in Milan.ย This unmissable eventโ promises to be a significant platform…
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Polysaccharides show โgenuineโ potential as neuroprotective therapeutic, researchers stress
Specifically, polysaccharides were found to prevent neurodegenerative diseases within models of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and Parkinsons disease (PD) through the reduction of oxidative stress and inflammation, and the regulation of the HPA axis and neurotransmitter system. The Chinese researchers conclude: โTogether, these comprehensive findings emphasize the critical role of oxidative stress as a key factor…
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Chewable beetroot supplement may boost cognition, memory: Human data
Four beetroot-based chewable tablets containing 3 g of a Beta vulgarisโ extract were associated with a 21% improvement in immediate memory capacity and a 12% improvement in delayed memory capacity, compared to placebo. In addition, a 3% improvement in frontal lobe functions and an 11% improvement in cognitive flexibility were detected after supplementation of the…
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Mushrooms for the mind: Research concludes Lionโs Mane improves cognitive performance and reduces stress
Participantโs scores on cognitive tests assessing attention and processing were observed to be significantly improved 48-hours after intakes of the Hericium erinaceusโ mushroom, whilst subjective stress levels were notably reduced following the 28-day intervention. The UK-based researchers conclude: โThe findings tentatively suggest that Hericium erinaceusโ may improve speed of performance and reduce subjective stress in…
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Thermogenic supplement plus whey protein increases energy expenditure in active adults
The authors note that, to the best of their knowledge, โthis is the first study to assess [the effects] of a commercially available thermogenic supplement in combination with whey protein supplementation in active men and women.โ The study examined thermogenic supplementsโ impact on body composition, metabolism and subjective variables like mood, sleep quality and eating…
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Beetroot co-supplementation synergistically enhances exercise performance, review finds
The effect was particularly evident for higher intensity, strength-based exercise and following chronic consumption of supplements. The โNutrientsโ published report concludes: โFew studies have been conducted regarding the combination of beetroot juice with other supplements in recent years. Our analysis indicates that there is evidence of its effectiveness, particularly when exercise intensity is higher.โ โHowever,…