Study: Cinnamon and Glucose in Prediabetes

Effect of Cinnamon Supplementation on Glucose Control in Adults with Obesity and Prediabetes: Clinical Study The study investigated the effects of daily cinnamon supplementation on glucose concentrations in adults with obesity and prediabetes. After a two-week period of low polyphenol/fiber diet, 18 participants participated in a controlled, randomized, double-blind, crossover study lasting 10 weeks (average…

GFI Registers Oral Emulsion for GERD in Vietnam

Gruppo FarmaImpresa completes the registration process for an oral emulsion for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Treatment With pride, we present our recent success in obtaining registration for a Class IIa medical device in Vietnam. This device, based on low molecular weight hyaluronic acid, sodium alginate, myrrh extract, and simethicone, is indicated for the treatment of gastroesophageal…

Flavonoids in Postpartum: Benefits for Mothers

Flavonoid-Based Intervention for Postpartum Mental Health: Benefits for Mothers in the First 6 Months During the postpartum period, parents face psychological challenges, leading to mood changes and associated mood disorders becoming increasingly common in the following 6 months. Dietary flavonoids have been found beneficial for mood, offering an attractive non-pharmacological option for potentially treating postpartum…

Ministry of Health: PagoPA for Food Payments

Ministry of Health: Adherence to PagoPA and Telematic Payments for Food Services The Ministry of Health, through Office IV with note 0049139-22/12/2023-DGISAN-MDS-P, has communicated its adherence to the national PagoPA platform for the telematic payment of fees related to services offered by the Department. This step has been taken in accordance with the Digital Administration…

Neuroprotective Impact of Blueberries: New Discoveries

Role of Blueberries in Neuronal Protection: New Perspectives on Alzheimer’s and Neurodegenerative Disease Prevention Dementia is the loss of cognitive functions. Alzheimer’s disease (AD), the most common form of dementia, is a neurodegenerative disease that affects the structural integrity of the brain and accounts for 60-80% of dementia cases. While the causes of AD are…

Glutamine: Immunity and Well-being in Athletes

Effects of L-glutamine supplementation on mucosal immunity, hormonal status, and well-being in combat-sport athletes: a randomized controlled trial The study discusses the effects of prolonged physical exertion on athletes, especially those in combat sports, who are exposed to high risks of upper respiratory tract infections (URTI) due to a combination of intense training, rapid weight…

Intestinal Microbiota: Prediabetes and Therapies

The intestinal microbiota and the risk of prediabetes: a critical analysis of relationships and therapeutic implications The term “microorganism” is often associated by the general population with any infectious agent, but recent microbiological studies suggest otherwise. Billions of years of evolutionary processes among microorganisms, enhanced by the theory of “survival of the fittest,” have led…

Ginkgo Biloba: Properties and Health Benefits

Benefits of Ginkgo Biloba: A Deep Dive into Nutraceuticals and Its Health Properties Nutraceuticals, an expanding sector, focus on producing dietary supplements and nutraceuticals derived from natural extracts known for their beneficial effects on the body. Among the most studied and appreciated ingredients is Ginkgo biloba, a plant used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine…

Authorization of Iron Hydroxide Adipate Tartrate

New Authorization of Use of Iron Hydroxide Adipate Tartrate in Food Supplements The evolution of European regulations in the field of food supplements has recently introduced significant changes regarding the use of Iron Hydroxide Adipate Tartrate. On January 17, 2024, the European Commission published Regulation (EU) 2024/248, which amends Annex II of Directive 2002/46/EC of…

Momordica Charantia: Benefits and Traditional Uses

Therapeutic Properties of Momordica Charantia: In-depth on Antidiabetic and Antitumor Effects Bitter melon is a plant with many beneficial compounds. It can help with diabetes and controlling blood sugar levels. This plant, from Asia, Africa, and Central Europe, is a climber in the Cucurbitaceae family. It has been studied both in vivo and in vitro.…