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Herbal Blend Improves Lower Back Pain
A recent randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel-group study investigated the effects of a proprietary blend of Vitex negundo leaves and Zingiber officinale rhizome, marketed as Muvz by ENovate Biolife, on lower back pain. The herbal blend was able to improve functional activity, bending flexibility, pain, and sleep quality.
Collavant n2 Benefits Joint Health in Six Weeks
A study found that 40mg/day of Collavant n2 supplementation (ingredient by Bioiberica) saw a 44.8% improvement in the participant’s WOMAC pain score. The women-only study explored the effects of 40 mg/day Collavant n2 supplementation on joint functionality and quality of life in women with knee osteoarthritis (OA), confirming that the ingredient enhanced functionality and joint comfort in six weeks.
Bacopa Extract Enhances Memory and Cognition
A recent study investigating a proprietary Bacopa monnieri extract (BME) found positive impacts on memory and cognitive health. The extract is manufactured by Samriddh Nutractive Pvt. Ltd. and sold as B-Lit Bacopa. Results showed that subjects taking BME saw significant improvements in memory (verbal short-term memory, spatial short-term memory, working memory, visuospatial working memory, and episodic memory) and cognition (concentration, alertness, reasoning, and mental flexibility) compared to placebo.
PEA Supplementation Improves Neurotrophic Markers and Memory
A recently published study found that PEA supplementation may improve parameters of cognitive function and increase brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) levels. The PEA supplement used was Levagen+ from Gencor. Results showed that compared with placebo, subjects taking PEA saw a significant increase in serum BDNF levels, as well as improved memory based on better first success and fewer errors on the Paired Associates Learning test, as part of the Cambridge Neuropsychological Test Automated Battery (CANTAB).
Other Interesting Studies
- Efficacy of partially hydrolyzed guar gum for the management of cognitive function and sleep quality in elderly subjects, a study from Taiyo Kagaku Co Ltd.
- Two studies showing the acute and short-term effetcs of berries supplementation on cognitive function. One study from Givaudan – Taste & Wellbeing on a wild blueberry extract, and a second one on Brainberry®, an aronia extract from Solabia Group.
- A study showing the interest of 𝑅𝑒ℎ𝑚𝑎𝑛𝑛𝑖𝑎 𝑔𝑙𝑢𝑡𝑖𝑛𝑜𝑠𝑎 to reduce acne vulgaris.
- A study on the effects of carrot-derived rhamnogalacturonan-I (cRG-I) from NutriLeads on gut microbiota.
- A study showing Peptidyss® from Abyss Ingredients may affect sleep quality and efficacy in healthy subjects.