Nutritional immunology

Abbott's FreeStyle Libre® 3 Integrated with Automated Insulin Delivery System mylife™ Loop in Germany

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Wednesday, December 21, 2022

This automated insulin delivery system (AID) solution is now available in Germany and will be available in additional European countries beginning in 2023.

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  • This automated insulin delivery system (AID) solution is now available in Germany and will be available in additional European countries beginning in 2023.
  • Nearly five healthy years could be restored if they had access to devices that monitor glucose and automate insulin delivery.
  • "Technological innovations, like automated insulin delivery systems, can ease some of that uncertainty by continuously monitoring a person's glucose levels and delivering the right insulin dosage, which can ultimately improve time in range.
  • In addition to partnering with Ypsomed and CamDiab, Abbott is working to make the FreeStyle Libre platform interoperable with other leading insulin delivery systems.

FilmTec®: First International Conference on the New Frontiers of Food Integration

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Thursday, November 24, 2022

When a new technology is developed, the question is in which application it could be of real benefit.

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  • When a new technology is developed, the question is in which application it could be of real benefit.
  • In case of Oral Dispersible Films there are very marked features that facilitate this choice.
  • An effective solution to restore the right vitamin intake could be to take a food supplement which provides the recommended requirement.
  • Hence, the importance of being able to count on a new formulation, aligned with the expectations of the final consumer.

Abbott, CamDiab and Ypsomed Unveil New Automated Insulin Delivery Partnership for People with Diabetes

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Wednesday, April 27, 2022

"We want to deliver new advanced solutions that simplify and make it possible for people to spend less time thinking about diabetes and more time living."

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  • "We want to deliver new advanced solutions that simplify and make it possible for people to spend less time thinking about diabetes and more time living."
  • "Poor glucose control leads to an increased risk of diabetes complications such as blindness, and heart and kidney disease.
  • We are therefore proud to expand our partners and connectivity to offer more freedom of choice in managing diabetes.
  • Ypsomed is the leading developer and manufacturer of injection and infusion systems for self-medication and a renowned diabetes specialist with over 35 years' experience.

Immune Support In A Glass: New Study Finds That Vitamins And Bioactives In 100% Orange Juice Help Shore Up Natural Immunity And Fight Immune-sapping Inflammation In The Body

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021

Co-author, Philip Calder, Professor of Nutritional Immunology at Southampton University, said: "A weak immune system increases susceptibility to infections and allows these to become more severe.

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  • Co-author, Philip Calder, Professor of Nutritional Immunology at Southampton University, said: "A weak immune system increases susceptibility to infections and allows these to become more severe.
  • Where inflammation is excessive or uncontrolled it can damage body tissues, sometimes irreparably, and affect our ability to fight infections.
  • Having a diet rich in antioxidant foods and drinks is one way to control inflammation and ensure the body can mount an effective immune response.
  • Now it's clear that citrus juices can also contribute to immune health which is crucial as we all get back to our normal lives".

Vitamins and Minerals a Vital Priority for Most Americans, But Do We Know Enough About Them?

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Thursday, April 8, 2021

Washington, D.C., April 08, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- From A to zinc, vitamins and minerals are essential for our overall health.

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  • Washington, D.C., April 08, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- From A to zinc, vitamins and minerals are essential for our overall health.
  • General health and wellness was the top reason people look for specific vitamins and minerals, followed by immune health, bone health, and digestive/gut health.
  • Of those who choose vitamins and minerals for their immune benefits, almost half say doing so has become much more important since the COVID-19 pandemic began.
  • An additional 25% say that this priority is at least somewhat more important now.

New Allen Distinguished investigators will tackle unanswered questions about metabolism and the immune system

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Wednesday, February 3, 2021

These inextricable links how our diet affects our immune system, and how our immune cells in turn change metabolism tie into all aspects of human health and disease, including cancer, diabetes and heart disease.

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  • These inextricable links how our diet affects our immune system, and how our immune cells in turn change metabolism tie into all aspects of human health and disease, including cancer, diabetes and heart disease.
  • Using laboratory mice, the researchers will study how an animal's food affects energy production inside immune cells by genetically engineering those cells to "ignore" changes in diet.
  • Inflammatory bowel disease, or IBD, is a class of immune diseases that stem from chronic inflammation in the intestines.
  • Like all cells, our immune cells need energy from the food we eat to do their jobs.

Natrol® Unveils Full Line of Immunity Products Designed to Protect, Support and Better Manage Immune Health

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Friday, November 13, 2020

Natrols immunity products offer drug-free products that can help support a healthy immune system to give the body what it needs to best combat the daily challenges often affecting overall health.

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  • Natrols immunity products offer drug-free products that can help support a healthy immune system to give the body what it needs to best combat the daily challenges often affecting overall health.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20201113005180/en/
    Natrol's new immune health products (Photo: Business Wire)
    The Natrol product portfolio features ingredients like Elderberry, EpiCor, and Vitamins D3 and C, known to help support immunity.
  • Our immune health supplements and vitamins, along with regular exercise, a balanced diet, and adequate sleep each night, can be a powerful combination to support your overall health.
  • Vitamin D3 is a no-water-needed fast dissolve, strawberry flavored tablet that helps support bones, teeth and immune health.

Kibow Biotech Celebrates Its 23rd Anniversary with the Launch of its Novel and Comprehensive Immune Health Supplement Product - Kibow Biomunity™*

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Monday, October 26, 2020

On its 23rd anniversary, the company is pleased to announce the introduction of Kibow Biomunityas an added flagship product.

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  • On its 23rd anniversary, the company is pleased to announce the introduction of Kibow Biomunityas an added flagship product.
  • Kibow Biomunity, an all-natural dietary supplement, has been explicitly designed to help modulate and boost the immune system against stressors and environmental pathogens.
  • Kibow Biomunitycontains a comprehensive proprietary combination of an immune-boosting blend of probiotics, prebiotics, vitamins, and nutrients.
  • These ingredients were selected for their demonstrated efficacy, as documented in clinical studies on the human gut microbiome.