Cholesterol

Uriach on delivering award-winning botanical solutions for global populations

22-Feb-2024 By Olivia Haslam

NutraIngredients Award Winner Uriach shared how it is addressing consumer needs from sleep aids to cholesterol management, prioritizing holistic, natural and sustainable health based on improved habits and prevention.

L-carnitine supplements improve lipid profile, meta-analysis finds

04-Sep-2023 By Olivia Haslam

A recent umbrella meta-analysis from Iran suggests that L-carnitine supplements exceeding 2g/day can enhance lipid profiles, particularly in patients with metabolic disorders and type 2 diabetes (T2DM).

Black garlic may lower cholesterol, protect against cardiovascular disease

04-Aug-2023 By Asia Sherman

Consumption of black garlic may improve endothelial function and lipid profile in subjects with high cholesterol resulting in lower cardiovascular risks, according to a recent study.

Study shows safety and health benefits of coffee cherry pulp juice

29-Mar-2023 By Asia Sherman

A new study from researchers in Thailand supports the safety of coffee cherry pulp juice consumption and suggests that it may lower cholesterol in healthy adults.

Low-dose resveratrol reduces risk factors for cardiovascular disease: Meta-analysis

20-Sep-2022 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

Resveratrol may correct blood lipid imbalance (dyslipidaemia) when consumed in low doses to mitigate risk factors for cardiovascular disease (CVD), according to meta-analysis published in Nutrients.

Researchers demonstrate walnuts’ cholesterol-lowering effect in older adults

03-Sep-2021 By Will Chu

Consuming half a cup of walnuts daily is enough to lower "bad cholesterol" levels in healthy, older adults, according to a California Walnut Commission-funded study that appears in the journal Circulation.

Cholesterol lowering aid? Swisse to run human clinical trial on practitioner-only formula

07-Apr-2021 By Tingmin Koe

Swisse is trialling the efficacy of its multi-ingredient, practitioner-only formula in reducing low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol level.

Fish oil supplements do not raise LDL-cholesterol levels: New analysis

22-Dec-2020 By Stephen Daniells

While the cardiovascular benefits of omega-3 fatty acids have been known for decades, there was disagreement about whether fish oil supplements may raise LDL-cholesterol levels. A new analysis provides reassurance about the safety of these products.

Plant-based omega-3 reduces cholesterol levels in healthy individuals – 12-week RCT

21-Jul-2020 By Tingmin Koe

A 12-week RCT has shown that healthy individuals consuming a microalga-based omega-3 supplement had seen a 25% drop in very-low-density lipoprotein (VLDL) and 3% drop in total cholesterol (TC) level.

Two apples a day may lower cholesterol levels, study concludes

17-Dec-2019 By Will Chu

The polyphenols and fibre contained within apples appear to have a mild cholesterol-lowering effect, according to a UK-based research team, which also point to the fruit’s vascular benefits.

Evidence continues to build linking fiber supplementation and improved cholesterol levels

05-Nov-2018 By Adi Menayang

There’s mounting evidence that psyllium, oat bran beta-glucan, and PolyGlycopleX each confer blood lipid management benefits, but more studies are needed for the fibers’ effects on weight, hypertension, and blood sugar levels, researchers argued.

Sabinsa’s LactoSpore probiotic strain linked to cholesterol-lowering activity

03-Oct-2018 By Adi Menayang

Results from a recently published study suggest that supplementation of the probiotic strain LactoSpore may help manage high cholesterol levels and reduce incidence of coronary heart disease.

Resveratrol may improve cholesterol levels, suggests new study out of Mexico

02-Aug-2018 By Adi Menayang

A resveratrol supplement fared better than a placebo in lowering total cholesterol levels of Mexican adults with high cholesterol, according to a new study.

Could vitamin E protect against gallstones?

13-Feb-2018 By Tim Cutcliffe

Higher blood levels of Vitamin E may be linked to a lower risk of gallstone disease, finds a recent study published in Nutrients.

Long-term melatonin supplementation could benefit those with high cholesterol: Iran review

08-Jan-2018 By Cheryl Tay

Supplementation with sufficient melatonin for at least eight weeks may lower cholesterol levels, say researchers in Iran.

BASF: ‘We’re elevating the game around plant sterols’

11-Oct-2017 By Stephen Daniells

For ingredients with a solid body of scientific substantiation for their cholesterol management claims, plant sterols perhaps do not get the attention they deserve from consumers and healthcare practitioners. BASF is seeking to change the conversation...

Policosanol fraction, Vitamin K2 combo helps statin users in study

31-May-2017 By Hank Schultz

A policosanol derivative teamed with vitamin K2 was found to be effective in lowering cardiovascular disease risk markers in a large scale study conducted in Serbia.

Nature’s Bounty extends probiotics range with Cardio Health launch

20-Apr-2017 By Stephen Daniells

The Nature’s Bounty Co’s newest probiotic product is starting to appear on shelves this week, with significant scientific substantiation for its ability to support heart health by maintaining healthy cholesterol levels

Meta-analysis supports cholesterol-lowering activity of konjac glucomannan

31-Mar-2017 By Stephen Daniells

A daily 3 gram dose of konjac glucomannan may reduce LDL cholesterol levels by an impressive 10%, according to data pooled from 12 randomized controlled trials (RCTs).

Chitin-glucan has prebiotic potential to cut cholesterol, finds KitoZyme trial

27-Feb-2017 By Eliot Beer

The mushroom fibre chitin-glucan has potential as a prebiotic that alters activity in the microbiota and cuts LDL cholesterol, says patent owner KitoZyme as it looks to fund further clinical work and product development.

Meta-analysis: Vitamin D may improve type 2 diabetes lipid profile

04-Jan-2017 By Adi Menayang

Researchers from Iran’s Shahrekord University analyzed the results of 17 studies that compared an intervention group supplemented with vitamin D with a placebo-taking control group, and found that vitamin D improved serum levels of total cholesterol,...

Bilberry consumption linked to better cholesterol levels: Study

01-Dec-2016 By Stephen Daniells

Regular consumption of polyphenol-rich bilberries may significantly reduce LDL cholesterol levels, and increase HDL cholesterol levels, says a new study from Europe.

Sweet cherry anthocyanins support liver health... for rats at least

01-Jun-2016 By Adi Menayang

Anthocyanins from sweet cherries may protect against diet-induced liver steatosis, or excessive amounts of fat in the liver’s tissue, says a new study with rats.

Fish oil, cocoa & plant sterols: The winning combination against heart disease?

28-Apr-2016 By Will Chu

Combining fish oil, cocoa extract and plant sterols food supplements could offer an effective defence against heart disease, a new study suggests.

Study highlights heart health benefits of red wine extract of onion

04-Dec-2015 By Stephen DANIELLS

A red wine extract of onion may offer more heart health benefits than red wine alone, says a new study from Taiwan.

Meratrim’s weight management potential supported by RCT in overweight people

17-Nov-2015

Supplements of InterHealth’s proprietary blend of Sphaeranthus indicus flower heads and Garcinia mangostana fruit rind may reduce body weight in overweight people by 8.8 pounds, compared to placebo, says a new study.

Soya milk better with phytosterols & inulin for LDL cholesterol: Study

17-Nov-2015 By Louisa Richards

Phytosterols and inulin added to soya milk has a more beneficial effect on low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol than soya milk alone, according to a study.

Probiotic pair may improve lipid metabolism: Human data

27-Jul-2015 By Stephen DANIELLS

Supplements containing Lactobacillus curvatus HY7601 and Lactobacillus plantarum KY1032 may reduce triglyceride levels, and improve other markers of heart health, says a new study from Korea.

Meta-analysis supports cholesterol-lowering potential of beta-glucan

05-May-2015 By Stephen Daniells

Consuming beta-glucan may help slash total and LDL cholesterol levels for people with elevated levels, says a new meta-analysis of 17 RCTs.

Curcumin may improve cholesterol levels for people with MetS: Study

09-Feb-2015 By Stephen DANIELLS

Daily supplements of curcumin, the yellow pigment from turmeric, may help slash LDL cholesterol and triglyceride levels in people with metabolic syndrome, says a new study from Taiwan.

Fish and borage/echium oil may improve metabolic syndrome biomarkers: Human data

09-Jan-2015 By Stephen DANIELLS

Supplementing the diet of people with early-stage type-2 diabetes or metabolic syndrome with fish oil or a combination of borage and echium oil may improve cholesterol levels and other biomarkers, says a new study.

Clinical trial supports cardiovascular benefits of annatto tocotrienols

08-Jan-2015 By Stephen Daniells

Supplements of vitamin E tocotrienols from annatto may enhance the cardiovascular benefits of the American Heart Association Step-1 diet, suggests a new clinical study.

An avocado a day could help keep cholesterol at bay

08-Jan-2015 By Nathan Gray

Eating one avocado a day may help lower bad cholesterol, in turn reducing risk for heart disease, according to researchers.

UAS Labs acquires Micropharma IP and Cardioviva brand of probiotics

02-Dec-2014 By Stephen Daniells

Wisconsin-based UAS Laboratories, LLC has acquired certain intellectual property assets of Micropharma Limited as well as taking ownership of the Cardioviva brand of probiotics.

Low dose omega-3s and sterols effective for triglyceride and cholesterol reductions: Unilever study

28-Aug-2014 By Stephen DANIELLS

A combination of low dose omega-3s and plant sterols can effectively reduce both cholesterol and triglyceride levels in people with elevated cholesterol levels, says a new study that should allay fears over omega-3s negating the effects of sterols.

Chlorella supplements show cardiovascular benefits: Human data

07-Jul-2014 By Stephen Daniells

Daily supplements containing Chlorella may reduce cholesterol and triglyceride levels in people with mildly elevated cholesterol levels, says a new study from Korea.

Black tea shows cholesterol-busting potential: Meta-analysis

18-Jun-2014 By Stephen Daniells

Regular consumption of black tea may reduce LDL cholesterol levels, but has no effect on HDL cholesterol, according to a new meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

‘A basis for the future selection of probiotics’: Study shows how gut bacteria communicate with host to regulate weight

28-May-2014 By Stephen Daniells

Bacteria in the gut may regulate weight gain and serum cholesterol levels by producing proteins that modify bile acids in the intestine, says a new study with implications for probiotics.

Beta-crypoxanthin plus sterols may boost heart and bone health: Human data

13-May-2014 By Stephen DANIELLS

The carotenoid beta-crypoxanthin may boost cholesterol-lowering effects of phytosterols when used in the same formulation, and also offer bone health benefits for post-menopausal women, says a new study from Spain.

Freeze-dried strawberries show heart health benefits: Human data

27-Mar-2014 By Stephen DANIELLS

Daily consumption of a beverage containing freeze-dried strawberries may significantly lower total and LDL-cholesterol levels, says a new study.

Arboris enters US market with flagship plant sterol ester

10-Mar-2014

Georgia-based Arboris, LLC has launched its pine-derived plant sterol ester ingredient Protanica into North American markets.

‘Opening doors’: Whole grape extracts support cardiovascular health and antioxidant activity

14-Jan-2014 By Stephen Daniells

Daily intake of a whole grape extract may improve antioxidant levels, and improve cholesterol levels, says the first North American study to report such measures.

Dispatches from SupplySide West 2013

MicroPharma ready to launch microbiome supplements direct to healthcare practitioners

25-Nov-2013 By Stephen Daniells

Innovative Canadian company MicroPharma is leveraging half a billion dollars-worth of microbiome research to launch microbiome supplements any day now, the company’s CEO told NutraIngredients-USA.

Sea buckthorn and bilberries may improve metabolic and heart health for women: RCT data

20-Aug-2013 By Stephen DANIELLS

Daily consumption of sea buckthorn berries, its extracts, or bilberries may boost the overall metabolic profiles of overweight women, says a new study from Finland.

Special edition: New trends in heart-healthy foods

Emerging heart health ingredients have a long way to go to challenge the established ‘big fish’

27-Mar-2013 By Stephen DANIELLS

The well-established heart health ingredients will remain kings of the castle for the foreseeable future, but there are some pretenders to the crown emerging, according to formulation experts at Fortitech.

Micropharma’s cholesterol-busting probiotic ready for US food, beverage and supplements market

12-Mar-2013 By Stephen DANIELLS

With ten years of work behind it, two clinical trials (plus results of a third ready for publication), and Groupe Danone on-board, Canada’s Micropharma is rolling out its cholesterol-lowering Lactobacillus reuteri NCIMB 30242 for the US supplement, food...