As Children’s Vision Month winds down, it coincides with the annual return to school. A period when both caregivers and parents are reminded of the importance of children’s ocular health. For formulators in the nutraceutical and functional food industries, this season presents a timely opportunity to address the growing prevalence of screen-induced visual disturbances among […]
A study published in BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation investigated the effects of short-term AstaReal® Astaxanthin supplementation on exercise performance and markers of muscle damage and oxidative stress. In this randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover trial, 10 healthy, physically active male college students consumed 28 mg of AstaReal® Astaxanthin or placebo daily for 4 days. […]
June marks Brain Awareness Month, a good time to explore how nutritional supplementation can help preserve cognitive function. Astaxanthin is drawing attention for its unique properties that make it especially promising for brain health. What sets astaxanthin apart from many dietary antioxidants is its ability to cross the blood-brain barrier (BBB), enabling direct activity within […]
May is Healthy Vision Month—a great time to think beyond the usual eye exams and focus on the entire visual system. If we think of the eye as a bicycle, the retina might be the headlight, turning visual input into images and lighting the way. But just like any bike, smooth and safe riding depends […]
Excessive screen time has become a significant concern in children’s visual health and performance. Digital screens may negatively impact the eye’s ability to accommodate—its capacity to focus on objects at varying distances—leading to short-term discomfort experienced as eye strain and temporarily blurred vision. Other long-term consequences on myopic progression and learning are the subject of […]
As we celebrate heart health month, let’s not forget that it’s a muscle—one that never stops working, tirelessly pumping blood through the body. This continuous pumping is essential for maintaining healthy blood flow, as it ensures tissues receive oxygen and nutrients they need to function properly and maintain the body’s overall metabolic balance. Just like […]
A study published in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition (JISSN) showed that supplementation with AstaReal® Astaxanthin significantly improved cardiometabolic health for firefighters. Watch as Drs. Richard Kreider and Drew Gonzalez discuss their groundbreaking study.
Firefighting represents one of the most physically demanding and hazardous occupations, characterized by exposure to both acute and chronic stressors. The occupational environment poses significant challenges, including exposure to products of incomplete combustion, smoke inhalation, and extreme heat stress. These conditions, combined with lifestyle stressors such as disrupted sleep patterns, poor dietary habits, alcohol consumption, […]
What is Active Nutrition and Why Should You Care? Active nutrition defines a proactive approach to maintaining health and vitality through a well-balanced diet and lifestyle interventions. It is about optimizing physical and mental performance as we age, staying energetic, agile, and mentally sharp, rather than merely avoiding illness. The grass roots movement of active […]
The International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN) held its annual conference June 18 – 20, 2024. This conference focused on the acute and chronic effects of sports nutrition and supplementation strategies on body composition, physical performance and metabolism. Researchers and sport enthusiasts gathered to discuss exercise and nutrition on health, disease, rehabilitation, training, and performance. While […]