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After two very good years of growth, sales of children’s supplement have declined over the past 12 months, but another wave of growth could be just around the corner.

The polyphenols found in peanuts may improve cognition and mood via the gut microbiome, says a new study by researchers at the University of Barcelona and funded by the Peanut Institute.

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From post-party supplement to main player in sports nutrition, the startup KA-EX which offers a “holistic recharging” product has seen an evolution of consumer interest since its launch.

Researchers utilize 3D printing to craft cerebral cortex tissues with organized neurons, offering potential treatments for brain injuries. This novel technique prints neural progenitors in layer-by-layer sequences, aiming for accurate tissue restoration in damaged brains.

Three-quarters of Americans are taking dietary supplements, with 55% being regular users, according to the 2023 CRN Consumer Survey on Dietary Supplements.

The study explores the MedWalk intervention, promoting a Mediterranean-style diet and regular walking, to potentially slow cognitive decline in older adults without existing impairments. Despite COVID-19 disruptions, progress with 157 participants suggests this approach, rooted in psychosocial techniques, could offer a lifestyle-based deterrent against dementia and cognitive deterioration.

Coprococcus spp. may be a potential biomarker organism for mental health, and could be “an interesting lead for novel dietary-based preventive therapies for specific neurological disorders”, says a new review.

A new study has concluded that extracts from the mushroom Poria cocos could improve quality of sleep, showing promising opportunities for alternatives to sleep-inducing drugs.

The U.S. POINTER study aims to explore if lifestyle changes like exercise, diet, and social activities can help preserve cognitive function in older Americans at risk for dementia. Modeled after Finland's successful FINGER study and set to complete in 2025, this extensive research will involve 2,000 participants and focus on diverse and culturally informed strategies.