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Research Team Makes Protein Superfood From Marine Algae
Marine microalgae-based cellular agriculture is a promising new way to sustainably produce plant-based ‘meat’ and healthy ‘superfoods’ for the future. Researchers are responding to growing interest from consumers looking for healthier, more environmentally friendly, sustainable and ethical alternatives to animal proteins. Marine microalgae, single-cell photosynthetic organisms from the ocean could be the solution to the ...
Walk it Out!
A new study shows that walking for exercise also can reduce frequent knee pain. This sounds contrary to biophysics, but the researchers stress that the results of their study suggest strongly that walking may be an effective treatment to reduce damage occurring within the joints. A new study published today in Arthritis & Rheumatology led ...
Talking Healthy Aging With Cheryl Myers
Vitamin Retailer reached out to Cheryl Myers, chief of scientific affairs and education at Green Bay, WI-based EuroPharma/Terry Naturally. VR: What are the top cognitive support products that retailers should be aware of? Myers: For cognition and mental well-being, I would point to our CuraMed Brain supplement. Like our other CuraMed and Curamin supplements, it ...
The Impact of Sleep on Weight Management
Getting enough sleep is an integral part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. A lack of sleep can cause numerous health issues and even a shortened lifespan in the long run, making it important to ensure that one sleeps an adequate amount each night. Regarding weight control, a study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition ...
Study Shows Sleep Patterns Impact Blood Sugar and Heart Health
Whether you are an early bird or a night owl, these sleep patterns may affect blood sugar levels and heart health. According to Sciencedaily.com, our activity patterns and sleep cycles could influence our risk of diseases, such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease. New research published in Experimental Physiology found wake/sleep cycles cause metabolic ...
Quick-Take From Nutrition21’s Katie Emerson
Vitamin Retailer reached out to Katie Emerson, MS, RD, LDN, Manager of Scientific Affairs for Saddle Brook, NJ-based Nutrition21 (nutrition21.com) for her quick thoughts about the science behind newer applications for cognitive health. VR: Considering newer applications and formulas for existing ingredients and compounds—such as magnesium, trace minerals, arginine, inositol, garlic, ginseng, even hemp—what is ...
Daily Vitamin and Mineral Recommendations for Health
Vitamin and mineral supplements can be important for overall health, especially if one does not get enough of them from diet alone. The Cleveland Clinic recommends taking vitamin A to help fight infection; maintain healthy vision; maintain heart, lung and kidney health; keep skin healthy; and to strengthen bones and teeth. It recommends vitamin B ...
Using Your Own Skills to Boost Mood
Results of a new study shed light on an easy way to boost mood—using either cognitive or mindfulness skills, whichever one is stronger. In the study, the researchers found that people who were in a sad mood improved more quickly when they used a mood-improving method that they were told was their strongest skill. These ...
Evidence of the Benefits of Strength Training
Strength training can offer a plethora of benefits for health and wellness. Not only does it make one stronger, but it also helps with fat burning, as well as preserving health and longevity. According to the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health in an article titled “Evidence Mounts on the Benefits of Strength Training,” ...
Talking Kid’s Health With NOW Foods’ Neil Levin
Vitamin Retailer reached out to Neil Levin, CCN, DANLA, Senior Nutrition Education Manager, NOW Foods, Bloomingdale, IL (nowfoods.com), for his thoughts on back-to-school and immunity. VR: Back-to-school also means back to the colds and sniffles. What immune boosting ingredients, combinations or finished products are becoming extremely popular, and why? Levin: “Vitamin C is widely considered ...
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