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Featured: Turmeric changes the microbiome

Curcumin and turmeric change the gut microbiome, according to the first human clinical study investigating such effects. This discovery may help explain the turmeric paradox: efficacy despite poor bioavailability.

Posted on Tue, 7 Aug 18

Turmeric supplement quality

Turmeric supplement quality was recently analysed by scientists at the University of Arizona, who identified possible issues with adulteration.

Posted on Tue, 7 Aug 18

Methylfolate vs. folic acid for pregnancy

Recent clinical studies suggest that a more active from of folate may be superior for correcting deficiency and improving pregnancy outcomes.

Posted on Sun, 5 Aug 18

Which form of magnesium is best?

Magnesium is a widely used dietary supplement, but research examining which form of magnesium is best is scarce. A new experimental study indicates that magnesium malate and taurate may have unique benefits.

Posted on Mon, 11 Jun 18

A new way to personalize probiotics?

Probiotic treatments currently lack specificity with no clear way to identify who might benefit most and from which probiotic. A new study, however, found that identification of a unique subgroup of people might help personalize treatment.

Posted on Mon, 11 Jun 18

Food state supplements: superior, or marketing term?

The term food state is being used to claim that certain food supplements are superior to other products, but is there any truth to the marketing claims?

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