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Sleeproot™ Boosts Sleep Quality from Day One
OmniActive’s Sleeproot™, a low-dose valerian extract, increases sleep duration and reduces time to fall asleep on the first day of use. The melatonin-free formula supports sleep quality, providing a natural solution for restful sleep.
Landkind Pure Salidroside Enhances Exercise and Mood
Gnosis by Lesaffre’s Landkind Pure Salidroside improves oxygen uptake during exercise and stabilizes mood, according to a 16-day study. The fermented bioactive supports performance and recovery in healthy, active individuals.
PharmExtracta’s Lemon Balm Improves Sleep Quality
Meloff, PharmExtracta’s lemon balm extract, enhances sleep quality and duration in a recent placebo-controlled study. Participants reported improved insomnia severity, monitored using wearable devices and validated scales.
Ashwagandha Boosts Cognition and Energy
KSM-66, an ashwagandha root extract, improved memory, mood, and energy in adults with cognitive challenges in an 8-week study. Results showed enhanced executive functioning and reduced fatigue compared to placebo.
Study Highlights Need for Stronger Osteoarthritis Medications for Women
A new study by the Hospital for Special Surgery and Rockefeller University suggests that women with knee osteoarthritis (OA) may require stronger medications. The study, involving 135 patients, found that women experienced higher levels of pain and inflammation compared to men, with increased markers of inflammation, more widespread cartilage loss, and higher tissue inflammation. Genetic patterns were identified in women that contributed to more severe synovial tissue inflammation, highlighting a potential need for more tailored treatments.
Study Questions Prenatal Supplement Quality
A University of Colorado study found many prenatal vitamins lack key nutrients like choline and iodine, while some contain toxic heavy metals. Researchers call for better regulation to ensure the safety and efficacy of pregnant individuals.
Over 50% of Global Population Folate Inadequate: Study
A new study in The Lancet Global Health reveals that more than half of the world’s population has insufficient folate intake, with women disproportionately affected. Researchers from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health emphasize the need for mandatory food fortification to address global micronutrient deficiencies, including folate, vitamin C, and calcium.
