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[Extra! Extra!] Menopausal Hormone Therapies: Each Presents Unique Challenges

by Lisa Schofield | March 1, 2025

In a new study, researchers analyzed the effects of seven different hormone treatments for menopausal symptoms on the risk of blood clots, stroke and heart attack. The study, which involved around one million women aged between 50 and 58, is the largest and most comprehensive study of currently prescribed hormonal substances in the world. The ...

[Extra! Extra!] The eSports Market Continues to See Rapid Growth

by Mike Straus | March 1, 2025

eSports are a rapidly growing subsegment of the active nutrition market, with the global eSports market estimated to reach $9.1 billion by 2032, according to Meticulous Research. This growth is driven primarily by a growing interest in eSports events and tournaments, along with a low barrier to entry for new players. As the eSports market ...

[Extra! Extra!] How Zoom Impacted the Beauty Market

by Eric Munson | March 1, 2025

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Zoom and other types of video conferencing applications became the standard. According to Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health, the use of video conferencing platforms skyrocketed, and people stared at their own faces more than ever before. Along with close-up views, came increased interest in achieving the best-looking skin and hair. Many ...

Scientists Discover When Good Cholesterol Turns Harmful

by Lisa Schofield | January 31, 2025

It’s true – too much of a good thing can sometimes be a bad thing. Take high-density lipoproteins, or “good” cholesterol. Researchers have discovered that certain components of high-density lipoproteins (HDL) may be associated with an increased prevalence of cardiovascular disease. “During routine checkups, adults have their cholesterol levels tested, which includes both ‘bad’ (LDL) ...

Pet Mycoprotein Ingredient May Reduce Dogs’ Cancer Risk

by Mike Straus | January 31, 2025

A 2024 study by researchers at Brazil’s Federal University of Paraná examined the effects of Finnish brand Enifer’s PEKILO Pet, a mycoprotein ingredient that’s rich in beta-glucan, on cancer risk in dogs. The six-week study on 16 beagles demonstrated that PEKILO Pet increased the production of short-chain fatty acids and improved gut microbiome diversity. In ...

[Extra! Extra!] Knee OA May be Detected by Blood Tests

by Lisa Schofield | January 2, 2025

A blood test successfully predicted knee osteoarthritis at least eight years before tell-tale signs of the disease appeared on X-rays, according to researchers from Duke University Medical Center. The researchers validated the accuracy of the blood test that identifies key biomarkers of osteoarthritis (OA). They showed that it predicted development of the disease, as well ...

[Extra! Extra!] Emphasizing Health Span Vs. Lifespan for Aging

by Mike Straus | January 2, 2025

Consumers are increasingly measuring their days in terms of a health span rather than a lifespan. While a lifespan is how long someone lives, a health span is how long that person stays active and healthy. According to Fortune, the earliest mentions of the term “health span” describe it as maintaining full bodily function for ...

[Extra! Extra!] A Novel Multi-Ingredient Approach for Healthy Liver Function

by Eric Munson | January 2, 2025

Anti-Alcohol Complex from Life Extension (Fort Lauderdale, FL) is a multi-ingredient approach for supporting healthy liver function, detoxification and alcohol metabolism. The formula contains ingredients that were chosen to neutralize alcohol metabolites while providing detoxification support when drinking in moderation or for general liver health, according to Vanessa Pavey, ND, education scientist at Life Extension. ...

[Extra! Extra!] The EU Government’s 9 Key Tips for Green Natural Products

by Mike Straus | December 1, 2024

The European Union’s CBI Ministry of Foreign Affairs has a variety of tips to offer natural health products exporters doing business in the EU on improving sustainability within their businesses. To get started with making greener products, you’ll want to develop stronger relationships with suppliers and producers to determine how they prioritize sustainability in their ...

[Extra! Extra!] Reminders Can Eliminate Age-related Symptoms of Memory Decline

by Lisa Schofield | December 1, 2024

Add Post-Its to your shopping list. A new study has shown that setting reminders can eliminate some age-related declines in memory. The findings offer a significant breakthrough in addressing the cognitive challenges faced by older adults, particularly in the context of prospective memory, which is the ability to remember to perform an intended action at ...

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