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[Extra! Extra!] Roommate Wanted: Must Have Good Microbiome

by Joy Choquette | February 2, 2026

For many years it was believed that genes and genes alone affected an individual’s microbiome. New evidence, however, indicates that the person or people you are in closest proximity to also play a role. According to an article via ScienceDaily, a study examining more than 4,000 rats found that both an animal’s genetic makeup and ...

[Extra! Extra!] Vitamin D3 Treatment May Prevent Second Heart Attack

by Mike Straus | February 2, 2026

A new study from Intermountain Health in Salt Lake City reports that a personalized vitamin D3 treatment plan for patients who have suffered a heart attack can greatly reduce their chances of another one. According to ScienceDaily.com, in a large randomized clinical trial, researchers found that managing patients’ vitamin D levels through a “target-to-treat” approach—where ...

[Extra! Extra!] Insights Into Thermogenic Supplements

by Mike Straus | January 9, 2026

Thermogenics, or fat-burning supplements, are the original weight-loss products. These ingredients promise to burn fat by increasing one’s resting metabolic rate. While they may seem old-school, Market Research Future found in October 2025 that these supplements are the fastest-growing segment of the weight loss market. There’s also evidence that they actually work, which is important ...

[Extra! Extra!] Protecting Against Dementia with Music

by Joy Choquette | January 9, 2026

Most people enjoy music. While individuals’ tastes may vary widely, music can provide an outlet, opportunity for personal expression, and can even help to change one’s mood in some circumstances. Music can lift one’s spirits when they’re feeling down, help energize someone who is feeling tired, and help a stressed individual to feel more relaxed. ...

[Extra! Extra!] Emerging Trends in Functional Nutrition for 2026

by Eric Munson | January 9, 2026

As the functional nutrition industry continues to evolve, emerging trends are redefining how consumers approach health. They’re blending sensory enjoyment, transparency, precision and holistic wellness to support healthy weight, long-term vitality and mental well-being. Ingredient supplier Glanbia Nutritionals (Ireland), released its latest report showing some of the “megatrends” that will influence the functional nutrition category ...

[Extra! Extra!] Lake Plants: the Next Superfood?

by Joy Choquette | December 1, 2025

Many a disappointed parent has turned back from a lakeside picnic and swimming excursion with their kids after seeing large amounts of slimy, green algae coating its surface. But what if, rather than being grossed out by algae, individuals were (gulp!) eating it? These lake plants may be the newest innovation in superfoods, according to ...

[Extra! Extra!] The Lifespan and Healthspan Distinction

by Mike Straus | December 1, 2025

As more consumers take on an interest in longevity, an emerging distinction is coming into sharp focus: The distinction between lifespan and healthspan. While one’s lifespan is however long one lives, one’s healthspan is the number of years one spends in a state of good health. In Dr. Eric Topol’s 2025 book Super Agers, Dr. ...

[Extra! Extra!] EFAs and COPD Patients

by Mike Straus | October 1, 2025

While experts generally agree that essential fatty acids are beneficial for human health, some EFAs pose more risks than benefits. A 2018 study in Respiratory Research examined the effects of arachidonic acid, an omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acid, on pulmonary fibroblasts in human lung cells as compared to omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, saturated fatty acids, and ...

[Extra! Extra!] Trends, Size and Growth of the Glucose Supplements Market

by Eric Munson | October 1, 2025

According to a report from Persistence Market Research, the global glucose management supplements market is expected to grow to $15.4 billion by 2032. This is a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4 percent, up from $9.9 billion in 2025. The report shows glucose management supplements are poised for robust growth, driven by a rising ...

[Extra! Extra!] Top 10 Immune-boosting Foods and Supplements

by Mike Straus | September 2, 2025

There’s no shortage of immune health supplements on the market. But which ones are the best? Which ones are worth investing shelf space in? As it turns out, dietitian Joanna Foley, RD, has curated a list of the top 10 supplements, vitamins, and functional foods that can boost the immune system for GoodRx. Foley noted ...

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