Dietary supplement

AHARA Personalized Nutrition Announces Daily Meal Plans and Rewards Program

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
Eating, Health, Nutrient, Instacart, Dietary supplement

LOS ANGELES, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AHARA, a leader in personalized nutrition and the only evidence-based, food-first nutrition plan, is introducing two new product features to further enhance its personalized nutrition program for consumers. Daily Meal Plans and a user rewards program are now available to members. As a leading advocate in personal nutrition, AHARA's rewards initiative incentivizes users to prioritize healthy eating habits, offering points redeemable for credit, while its daily Meal Plan feature makes eating the foods rich in your key nutrients even easier.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AHARA , a leader in personalized nutrition and the only evidence-based, food-first nutrition plan, is introducing two new product features to further enhance its personalized nutrition program for consumers.
  • Daily Meal Plans and a user rewards program are now available to members.
  • In line with its mission to revolutionize personal nutrition, the AHARA rewards system lets users accumulate points through daily engagement with the AHARA app.
  • "Our personalized Meal Plans and rewards program not only encourages healthy eating habits but also reinforces the value of utilizing the AHARA app daily as a comprehensive tool for personalized nutrition guidance."

FDA Approves New Antibiotic for Three Different Uses

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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"The FDA will continue our important work in this area as part of our efforts to protect the public health."

Key Points: 
  • "The FDA will continue our important work in this area as part of our efforts to protect the public health."
  • Zevtera's efficacy in treating SAB was evaluated in a randomized, controlled, double-blind, multinational, multicenter trial .
  • In the trial, researchers randomly assigned 390 subjects to receive Zevtera (192 subjects) or daptomycin plus optional aztreonam [the comparator] (198 subjects).
  • A total of 69.8% of subjects who received Zevtera achieved overall success compared to 68.7% of subjects who received the comparator.

Lipids with potential health benefits in herbal teas

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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SAPPORO, Japan, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Herbal teas are enjoyed worldwide, not only for their taste and refreshment but also for a wide range of reputed health benefits. But the potential significance of a category of compounds called lipids in the teas has been relatively unexplored. Researchers at Hokkaido University, led by Associate Professor Siddabasave Gowda and Professor Shu-Ping Hui of the Faculty of Health Sciences, have now identified 341 different molecular species from five categories of lipids in samples of four types of herbal tea. They published their results in the journal Food Chemistry.

Key Points: 
  • Hokkaido University researchers have identified new lipids in some herbal teas in detail for the first time, preparing the ground for investigating their contribution to the health benefits of the teas.
  • SAPPORO, Japan, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Herbal teas are enjoyed worldwide, not only for their taste and refreshment but also for a wide range of reputed health benefits.
  • But the potential significance of a category of compounds called lipids in the teas has been relatively unexplored.
  • "Our initial study paves the way for further exploration of the role of lipids in herbal teas and their broad implications for human health and nutrition," Gowda concludes.

Lipids with potential health benefits in herbal teas

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Lipid, Health, Tea, Faculty, Oil, Taste, Professor, Associate, Houttuynia, Equisetum, Research, Fats, Arachidonic acid, University, Hokkaido University, Anticarcinogen, Outline of health sciences, Plant, Food chemistry, Water, Collection, Dietary supplement

SAPPORO, Japan, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Herbal teas are enjoyed worldwide, not only for their taste and refreshment but also for a wide range of reputed health benefits. But the potential significance of a category of compounds called lipids in the teas has been relatively unexplored. Researchers at Hokkaido University, led by Associate Professor Siddabasave Gowda and Professor Shu-Ping Hui of the Faculty of Health Sciences, have now identified 341 different molecular species from five categories of lipids in samples of four types of herbal tea. They published their results in the journal Food Chemistry.

Key Points: 
  • Hokkaido University researchers have identified new lipids in some herbal teas in detail for the first time, preparing the ground for investigating their contribution to the health benefits of the teas.
  • SAPPORO, Japan, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Herbal teas are enjoyed worldwide, not only for their taste and refreshment but also for a wide range of reputed health benefits.
  • But the potential significance of a category of compounds called lipids in the teas has been relatively unexplored.
  • "Our initial study paves the way for further exploration of the role of lipids in herbal teas and their broad implications for human health and nutrition," Gowda concludes.

Particles for Humanity Completes Study Confirming No Major Difference in Taste or Smell of Bouillon and Broth with PFH-VAP

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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CAMBRIDGE, Mass., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Particles for Humanity has completed a study showing no major difference between the taste and smell of bouillon cubes containing the company's lead product, a stable form of vitamin A, called PFH-VAP.

Key Points: 
  • CAMBRIDGE, Mass., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Particles for Humanity has completed a study showing no major difference between the taste and smell of bouillon cubes containing the company's lead product, a stable form of vitamin A, called PFH-VAP.
  • One reason that food fortification is effective at addressing micronutrient deficiencies is because it does not require consumer behavior change.
  • The inclusion of PFH-VAP did not cause any major differences in taste or smell for cubes stored at either mild or harsh conditions.
  • Particles for Humanity transforms early-stage medical technology into products for people living in low and lower-middle income countries.

Nutritional Wellness for Women: Natural Solutions for Every Life Stage, Upcoming Webinar Hosted by Xtalks

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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TORONTO, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In an era where women's health is at the forefront of discussion and advocacy, understanding the unique needs and challenges women face throughout different stages of life is paramount. While no two women are the same, they all share the unique needs and challenges faced at each life stage. From menstruation and reproductive health all the way through bone, joint and memory support, women are proactively seeking ways to improve their quality of life no matter their age or concern.

Key Points: 
  • The featured speakers will discuss the science-backed ingredients and functional concepts that can support women at every life stage, including probiotics, vitamins and minerals.
  • While no two women are the same, they all share the unique needs and challenges faced at each life stage.
  • In fact, 58 percent of women globally have increased their usage of vitamins, minerals and supplements to support wellness .
  • Register for this webinar today to gain insights into the intricate landscape of women's health and understand how nutrition solutions can offer support to women.

Sisters Hope to Guide Readers On A Journey of Faith by Sharing Their Mother's Devotions During the Last Stage of Her Life

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Monday, April 1, 2024
Life, Pain, Cancer, Family, Death, Sibling, Dietary supplement

NEWPORT NEWS, Va., April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sisters Jacquelyn and Sandra Claude were by their mother's side in 1998 as she succumbed to cancer. During the last stages of her life, she recorded the real-time thoughts and moments, as she chronicled her faith in God. The sisters decided to share these moments in hopes that readers will find encouragement in these scriptures and responses "to bring them over the storms of life."

Key Points: 
  • During the last stages of her life, she recorded the real-time thoughts and moments, as she chronicled her faith in God.
  • The sisters decided to share these moments in hopes that readers will find encouragement in these scriptures and responses "to bring them over the storms of life."
  • "My mother's life, trials and disappointments taught me how to trust God, endure hardships, be patient and love the most difficult people," said Sandra.
  • "We hope our book reminds everyone that during pain and sorrow, they can find peace through faith," said Jacquelyn.

Natural Grocers® Debuts "Spin & Blend" Fitness Classes…Coming Soon???

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Monday, April 1, 2024
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LAKEWOOD, Colo., April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Natural Grocers®, America's Nutrition Education ExpertsSM and the largest family-operated organic and natural grocery retailer in the U.S., is proud to introduce its free community "Spin & Blend" fitness classes…just in time for April Fools' Day. The revolutionary spinning classes combine short bursts of anaerobic exercises and 100% Certified Organic produce and other premium-quality ingredients, for 30 minutes of an unforgettable workout. Once the cool-down is complete, attendees can enjoy the fruits of their labor: a delicious and nutritious smoothie bowl, plus a $5 off $50 coupon (no joke).

Key Points: 
  • In today's world of multitasking and busy lifestyles, it's an efficient combination of exercise and eating right.
  • Attendees can start their day with an indoor bike ride equipped with bananas, blueberries, protein powders and more.
  • An instructor for the Spin & Blend pilot program said, "At Natural Grocers, we do all we can to support the health of our customers.
  • Follow Natural Grocers on Facebook , Instagram and Tiktok for real recipes, tips, local events and discount reminders.

UL Solutions Warns of Unauthorized UL Marks on Desktop Heaters

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Friday, March 29, 2024
UL, Safety, Dietary supplement

NORTHBROOK, Ill., March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The following is a notification from UL Solutions that the desktop heaters identified below bear unauthorized UL Certification Marks.

Key Points: 
  • NORTHBROOK, Ill., March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The following is a notification from UL Solutions that the desktop heaters identified below bear unauthorized UL Certification Marks.
  • The desktop heaters have not been evaluated by UL Solutions to the appropriate Safety Standards, and it is not known if the desktop heaters comply with any safety requirements.
  • Remedy: UL Solutions recommends that this product be removed from service.
  • Identification on the Products: The desktop heaters bear unauthorized UL Certification Marks and the following:

Imaraïs Beauty Launches New Wellness Gummies Exclusively at The Vitamin Shoppe® as Part of the Retailer's Innovative "Beauty from Within" Supplement Concept

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Friday, March 29, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Imaraïs Beauty and The Vitamin Shoppe® announced today the launch of an assortment of new wellness gummies, formulated to support the health and wellness goals of beauty consumers, exclusively at The Vitamin Shoppe and Super Supplements stores and on vitaminshoppe.com. The supplements are featured in The Vitamin Shoppe's innovative "Beauty from Within" merchandising concept, which brings together the highest quality supplement solutions for every individual's wellness and beauty goals, from clearer skin to healthier hair and stronger nails.

Key Points: 
  • The event featured Imaraïs Beauty giveaways, an educational product wall, wellness-themed cocktails and mocktails, red carpet photos, and surprise gifts.
  • "The Imaraïs Beauty team has poured months of research and dedication into these three new products, each designed to elevate our wellness routines.
  • The innovative formulas of Imaraïs Beauty offer an accessible and effective way to bring plant-based, superfood ingredients to your daily beauty and wellness routines."
  • The Vitamin Shoppe's "Beauty from Within" displays are featured in 480 locations of The Vitamin Shoppe and Super Supplements stores.