Phytonutrients
Optimized Curcumin: 12.01.10
Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is a popular spice that has been used for centuries in Southeastern Asia and India; curcumin, the main constituent of turmeric, is the main flavoring agent in… Read More
Study Shows Anti-inflammatory Activity of Resveratrol: 12.01.10
Researchers have investigated the physiological effects of trans-resveratrol on inflammation. Resveratrol is a potent antioxidant found in high concentrations in the skin of red… Read More
Resveratrol Supports Heart Health: 11.01.10
A recent study investigated the effect of the potent antioxidant trans-resveratrol on markers of circulatory function. The researchers evaluated flow-mediated dilatation… Read More
Put the Brakes on Aging With Resveratrol: 10.21.10
Recent years have seen trans-resveratrol emerge as the closest thing science has found to a real-life fountain of youth. Research shows that this powerful antioxidant… Read More
Researchers Study the Mechanism of Resveratrol’s Health Benefits: 09.01.10
By VRP Staff The mechanism whereby the potent antioxidant trans-resveratrol exerts several health benefits was recently studied in mice. The researchers evaluated angiogenesis, which is a physiological... Read More
Antioxidant Supports Colon Health: 08.01.10
By VRP Staff A potent antioxidant reduces inflammation associated with colitis in the colon, researchers report in a new study. Inflammatory bowel diseases, including ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s... Read More
Antioxidant Protects Neurons from Low-Oxygen Damage: 07.01.10
By VRP Staff A dietary antioxidant may support the health of the brain after a stroke, according to a new study. The American Heart Association reports that stroke is the third most common cause of death... Read More
Green Tea Supports Bone Health: 07.01.10
By VRP Staff According to a new study, green tea polyphenol supplementation improves the micro-architecture of bone, resulting in improved bone strength. The National Osteoporosis Foundation states that... Read More
Lycopene Studied in Lung Health: 07.01.10
By VRP Staff Lycopene, a carotenoid with significant antioxidant activity, was studied in a mouse model of allergic airway disease (asthma). The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (AAAAI)... Read More
Antioxidant Modulates Fat Metabolism in the Metabolic Syndrome: 06.01.10
By VRP Staff Supplementation with an antioxidant botanical was shown to reverse some of the abnormalities in fat metabolism seen with the metabolic syndrome, researchers reported in a new study. The metabolic... Read More
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