Probiotics - Archives

• PHARMANEX Recognized for Scientific Achievements in Key Nutrition and Health Categories
  Pharmanex, a Nu Skin Enterprises Company, announced that company scientists have made significant advancements in several nutritional health categories. Independent scientific associations and journals recently recognized these scientific achievements by inviting Pharmanex scientists to present their findings and by publishing its research. Leading research organizations have also independently tested Pharmanex products in their studies and found positive results.
  Author: Pamela Wells - Date: July 19, 2004



• Rhodia Food will unveil a new patented FloraFIT RT bacterial stabilization system
  Rhodia Food will unveil a new patented FloraFIT RT bacterial stabilization system under an exclusive license from the University of Wisconsin-Madison during the next Vitafoods show. The technique enables room temperature storage of freeze-dried probiotics including Lactobacillus acidophilus, Rhodia’s top-selling product in its FloraFIT probiotic line.
  Author: Luke Krause - Date: July 19, 2004



• Great exciting products!
  After 25 years of research Dr. Roger Kendall has released a book on the therapeutic and preventative applications of DMG called Building Wellness with DMG. Although most of the book deals with humans the applications for equine health is easily made. In fact, some of the first studies done on DMG in the U.S. showed that the nutrient could improve the racing performance in horses. The primary areas of use include immune system potentiation, resistance to respiratory diseases, enhanced athletics, reduced shipping stress, ulcer healing, and stress reduction. In athletics DMG has been found to improve performance, stamina, cardiovascular function, oxygen utilization, muscle recovery, reduced lactic acid buildup, improved disease resistance, calmer and more settled disposition, and increased ATP (energy) production.
  Author: Sara Collin - Date: December 10, 2003



• Get the facts on DHEA
  DHEA, or Dehydroepiandrosterone is a naturally occurring hormone produced by the body's adrenal glands. Relatively little research has been done on DHEA, but the potential as a supplement has been touted as the next big thing. Since so little is know about it, you should use caution if you are thinking trying it.
  Author: David Tees - Date: February 21, 2003



• Healthy brain function means a clear view on your day
  The brain is the central command post for all functions of our body and it is important to maintain healthy brain function. We are challenged before birth with the hope our mothers will eat well and avoid substances that can harm our brains while they develop. Following birth we are faced daily with risks to healthy brain function. Brain injury is often difficult or impossible to recover from. There are many diseases and environmental pollutants that can cause damage to the brain. Natural aging also brings some degree of loss of function to most of us. Maintaining a healthy brain is easier than trying to repair a damaged one, as a brain does not heal with the same predictability as a leg or arm. Very often once the brain is damaged it can never be returned to a totally healthy state.
  Author: Laurie Simpson - Date: September 24, 2002