Science UpdateHanging Out with Prebiotic Nitrate: A New Frontier in Oral Health
Dietary nitrate delivered via chewing gum may shift the oral microbiome toward beneficial bacteria within hours, a small pilot study found.
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Science UpdateDietary nitrate delivered via chewing gum may shift the oral microbiome toward beneficial bacteria within hours, a small pilot study found.
Science UpdateA randomized trial found that fava bean peptides plus resistance training improved leg strength, endurance, and bone mineral content in both sexes.
Science UpdateTrans-geranylgeraniol supplementation in a man with Hashimoto's thyroiditis and low testosterone preceded a near doubling of his testosterone levels.
Science UpdateA six month Mediterranean diet and nutraceutical protocol supported drops in blood glucose, triglycerides and cholesterol in a man with metabolic syndrome.
Science UpdatePeptiYouth, an AI-discovered peptide, reduced wrinkle depth in a clinical trial and boosted collagen and elastin synthesis in skin cells.
Science UpdateB12 levels at both the low and high end of the 'normal' range were linked to neurological changes in a 2025 study of 231 older adults.
Science UpdateFava bean peptides matched milk protein in limiting muscle loss during immobilization and showed greater protein synthesis during recovery.
Science UpdateA randomized trial found PeptiStrong, a plant-based peptide, preserved muscle strength and reduced fatigue after resistance exercise compared to placebo.
Science UpdateVitamin D supplementation in type 2 diabetes reduced inflammatory markers and triglycerides while raising HDL, a review of 30 trials found.
Science UpdateA network meta-analysis ranked specific probiotic strains and combinations by their effectiveness for IBS symptoms, pain, bloating, and diarrhea.
Science UpdateA meta-analysis of 42 trials found vitamin D lowered bone turnover markers, with the largest gains in older adults and those with liver or kidney disease.