Preliminary research links low vitamin K status to worse outcomes for COVID-19 patients
COVID-19 patients with low vitamin K status tend to have worse outcomes, according to preliminary results of a study conducted by researchers in the Netherlands.
Archives for April 28, 2020
Clear link between vitamin D deficiency and severity of coronavirus, say researchers
Vitamin D deficiency may play an important role in the severity of COVID-19 infections so supplementation should be strongly advised at this time, according to researchers who studied mortality rates across the globe.
Spuds success story? Aussie plans to turn potatoes into prebiotics, low-GI ingredients and vodka
Australia’s Fight Food Waste Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) has launched a project to transform waste potato into higher value products in a bid to reduce food waste and increase profitability.
Ramadan for diabetics: Whey protein, MUFA and vitamin formula lowers fasting blood glucose – Nestle-funded study
Diabetic patients who adopt a nutrition therapy consisting of whey protein and monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFA) have lower fasting blood glucose during the one-month long Ramadan fasting period, a clinical trial in Malaysia has shown.
Yam for maam: Aptorum Group to launch women’s bone health supplement made from Chinese yam
Hong Kong’s Aptorum Group is launching a dietary supplement (NLS-2 dioscorea opposita bioactive nutraceutical tablets) to improve symptoms related to menopausal transitions, such as osteoporosis.
Blackcurrants for immunity: Vitality Wellness’s new launch amid COVID-19 health demands
New Zealand-based Vitality Wellness has expediated the launch of its immune health supplement made from blackcurrants to meet health demands arising from the COVID-19 outbreak.
Swisse’s new hemp range: Supplements and skin care products to play ‘key role’ in Australian growth strategy
Swisse says that its newly introduced hemp-based supplements and skincare range in the Australian market will play a crucial role in driving incremental growth for this year.