Stress

Licorice limit questioned following low dose blood pressure increases

01-Feb-2024 By Olivia Brown

Swedish researchers suggest the safe limit for licorice might need to be reconsidered after discovering a significant impact on blood pressure in healthy adults.

The 'promising' role of saffron in stress resilience

25-Jan-2024 By Olivia Brown

New research conducted in partnership with botanical product manufacturer Pharmactive reveals that its standardized saffron extract Affron was able to normalise HPA axis dysregulation following chronic mild stress stimulation in a rat model.

Ashwagandha may reduce cortisol levels in stressed individuals, review finds

11-Dec-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new systematic review observes a significant association between short-term Withania somnifera (WS) supplement intakes and reduced cortisol levels in individuals suffering from stress.

In the mood for Lactobacillus: Gut bacteria may ward off anxiety and depression

05-Dec-2023 By Asia Sherman

New research in mice shows that maintaining a healthy level of Lactobacillus gut bacteria helps the body manage stress through immune response to support psychological resilience.

Probiotic pair shows anti-stress potential for post-partum women: RCT

16-Oct-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Supplements containing a combination of Limosilactobacillus and Bifidobacterium probiotic strains may boost a new mother’s mood after delivery, says a new randomized, double-blind, controlled trial from Italy.

One dose of saffron extract 'tones down' psychological stress response, researchers report

04-Jul-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

A single dose of 30 mg saffron extract (Safr’Inside) improves psychological stress response after exposure to a lab-based stressor, according to a new double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomised, cross-over study.

Startup Spotlight

Q&A: Rootine founder talks commitment to scaling precision nutrition

22-May-2023 By Asia Sherman

Rootine is carving out its space in the precision nutrition market, attracting a membership base of elite athletes and a broader health-conscious public drawn to its customized approach to cellular nutrition.

Nutrasource on Stress: “Multi-ingredient formulas are key”

01-Dec-2022 By Danielle Masterson

According to experts, January is the most depressing month of the year. As consumers stock up on formulas to stress-proof their lives, what should formulators be on the lookout for?

Sirio launches gummies for immunity, sleep and stress

02-Nov-2022 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

Sirio Pharma is targeting “broad market appeal” with natural gummies designed to combat stress, enhance immunity, and promote sleep.

Natural Remedies adds Holixer holy basil to botanicals portfolio

05-Oct-2022 By Asia Sherman

India-based Natural Remedies has expanded its portfolio of branded botanical ingredients with the addition of Holixer holy basil for stress and sleep support.

Low dose Holy Basil may reduce stress, improve sleep: Study

09-Sep-2022 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

Administration of Ocimum tenuiflorum extract (Holixer), or Holy basil, in low doses can reduce stress and insomnia and increase sleep efficiency, according to the results of a recent trial, published in Nutrition.

Supplements for supermarkets: Australia’s Renovatio develops Woolworths’ exclusive mental wellbeing supplement

05-May-2022 By Tingmin Koe

New South Wales-based Renovatio Bioscience is expanding its supplement SKUs in supermarket chain Woolworths, with the company recently launching mental wellbeing and skin health supplements exclusively for the chain.

Second study bolsters relaxation benefits of AlphaWave brand of l-theanine, supplier says

19-Oct-2021 By Hank Schultz

Ingredient supplier Ethical Naturals said a second study on its AlphaWave shows the ingredient eased stress among participants who were completing a mental arithmetic test. Several measures, including a brain wave scan, supported the conclusion.

Psychobiotics may reduce stress, anxiety and insomnia in high pressure jobs, study finds

14-Apr-2021 By Will Chu

A probiotic that promotes benefits to mental health is the finding of a recent study that implicates the gut-brain axis in the reduction of stress, anxiety, and insomnia amongst test subjects.

Probiotics see biggest ever online surge in 2020

05-Mar-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Probiotics witnessed their biggest ever rise in online engagement in 2020 with weight management leading the charge as consumers looked for natural ways to stay healthy and avoid severe COVID-19.

Probiotic may improve stress and anxiety measures in healthy adults: RCT

04-Feb-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Daily consumption of Lacticaseibacillus paracasei Lpc-37 may reduce markers of psychological and physiological stress and anxiety in healthy adults, says a new study.

Meta-analysis spotlights CBD’s stress relief capacity

04-Feb-2021 By Lynda Searby

In the last two years there has been a great wealth of evidence to support the use of CBD for anxiety and stress, according to a meta-analysis by Nutrition Formulators.

DuPont launches new probiotic to reduce stress

14-Jan-2021 By Jim Cornall

DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences has launched HOWARU Calm, a probiotic aimed at helping dietary supplement manufacturers decrease the cycle of consumer stress.

Microalgae Euglena improves sleep quality and work efficiency in stressed individuals – Japan study

17-Nov-2020 By Tingmin Koe

A dietary supplement made from the microalgae Euglena could improve sleep quality and work efficiency in stressed individuals, a 12-week human clinical study conducted in Japan has shown.

NutraVideo: myAir tackles stress with personalized nutrition and smart tech

02-Nov-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Personalized nutrition start-up myAir is taking on stress with the help of nature and technology. The company developed a patent-pending algorithm based on cognitive and physiological data.

Ashwagandha finds itself in the right place at the right time

19-Aug-2020 By Hank Schultz

The pandemic crisis has boosted the sales of ashwagandha, but suppliers agree that even before this year’s unusual market conditions, interest in the adaptogenic herb had been on the rise.

CBD for mood: Going green to ease the blues

19-Aug-2020 By Danielle Masterson

During these unprecedented times, many are undergoing a great amount of stress, leading many to seek out natural products to manage stress and boost their mood.

NutraVideo: Dr. Dan Gubler on the gut's role in stress

18-Aug-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Pretty much everything we do impacts our gut microbiomes — from the amount of sleep we get, to what we eat and even how we manage stress.

Hop extracts may boost cognition and mood in health older people: Kirin study

02-Jun-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Daily supplementation with matured hop bitter acids may improve mental processing speed, attention, and concentration in healthy adults aged 45 to 69, says a new study from beverage giant Kirin Holdings Co.

Stress relief benefits of gut microbiome may not extend to fungal components

22-May-2020 By Hank Schultz

The gut brain connection has been a hot topic of research in recent years. A new study suggests the supplementation a fungal ingredient may not confer the same stress relief benefits observed in some research using probiotic bacterial species.

Mibelle builds science for Timut Pepper plus MCT oil for cognition

20-May-2020 By Stephen Daniells

A combination of a Timut Pepper extract and MCT oil may boost memory and attention for healthy adults, with “remarkable” improvements on mental fatigue, says a new clinical trial.

Report: “Calm” resonates with consumers

06-May-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Recent research suggests that some brands may want to calm down their messaging.

New Chapter launches line with 'first of its kind' multiherbal blends in one capsule

28-Apr-2020 By Danielle Masterson

The company said they used their team of expert herbalists to simplify the often confusing herbal category.

Persona Nutrition, other firms step up to provide free products, discounts to first responders

06-Apr-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Health and wellness companies are donating their resources to emergency personnel and first responders and Shawn Arent, PhD, pitches in to offer up some nutrition advice to the people who are on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic.