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2 months ago | 
nutraingredients-asia.com | Cheryl Tay |Audrey Yow |Tingmin Koe |Horphag Research
The study marks one of the first human trials to evaluate the effects of this specific probiotic strain on child respiratory health. Researchers from institutions in both countries found that toddlers who consumed the probiotic — known as Bifidobacterium longum subsp. infantis YLGB-1496 — experienced fewer respiratory symptoms and had lower levels of salivary cortisol (a hormone linked to stress and inflammation).
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2 months ago | 
nutraingredients-asia.com | Cheryl Tay |Audrey Yow |Tingmin Koe |Horphag Research
Conducted over 12 weeks, the study offered a promising and simple dietary approach to tackling muscle loss — also known as sarcopenia — among community-dwelling seniors. This applied specifically to those who followed vegetarian diets or struggled to meet protein intake requirements. The findings emphasise the effectiveness of a plant-based intervention in improving mobility, physical function, and sarcopenia risk scores, even without major changes to body composition or muscle mass.
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2 months ago | 
nutraingredients-asia.com | Cheryl Tay |Claudia Adrien |Audrey Yow |Horphag Research
The findings suggested that quercetin can help activate hard-to-reach muscle fibres, delivering strength improvements similar to those that come with high-intensity training — but reportedly without the risks. As people age, they naturally lose muscle strength, particularly in the fast-twitch fibres used for quick, powerful movements. These fibres are controlled by motor units that require a stronger signal from the brain to activate.
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Jan 7, 2025 | 
sportplus.sg | Cheryl Tay
2025's edition saw the event record its highest ever attendance a year shy from its 10th anniversary. Cheryl Tay shares on how it was like organising the runIt was a lovely sight – 200 beautiful (shirtless) souls standing in front of me on a Sunday morning, all gathered for Rock The Naked Truth’s (RTNT) Annual Shirtless Run, in collaboration with Sengkang East CSN and Neue Fit.
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Jan 7, 2025 | 
nutraingredients-asia.com | Audrey Yow |Cheryl Tay |Gary Scattergood |Chemical Resources
The results suggest fucoidan can reduce testosterone-induced BPH symptoms in rats, which indicates its potential as a natural option for supporting prostate health, according to a Marinova-funded study conducted in India. This is significant in Asia as the region has a long history of seaweed consumption. The health properties of fucoidan will be familiar to consumers in the region, especially in Japan.
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Dec 10, 2024 | 
nutraingredients-asia.com | Cheryl Tay |Audrey Yow |Tingmin Koe |Horphag Research
Constipation is a widespread health concern across regions and age groups, with chronic constipation significantly impacting quality of life and healthcare systems globally. Defined as infrequent bowel movements lasting over three months, it is prevalent in 9% to 29% of adults worldwide. It often leads to complications like haemorrhoids and anal fissures, imposing financial and emotional burdens on affected individuals.
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Dec 10, 2024 | 
nutraingredients-asia.com | Cheryl Tay |Tingmin Koe |Gary Scattergood |Horphag Research
Primary dysmenorrhea, which affects over 90% of women in their reproductive years, is a leading cause of missed work and school days due to debilitating menstrual pain. Traditional treatments like non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) often provide relief but come with side effects such as nausea and long-term resistance. Adlay, also known as Job’s tears, has long been used in traditional Chinese medicine for its health benefits.
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Nov 11, 2024 | 
sportplus.sg | Cheryl Tay
For the third year running, Team BMW Group Asia participated in the BMW Berlin Marathon, an Abbott World Marathon MajorAs if the BMW Berlin Marathon was not electrifying enough the past two years that I went, this year’s 50th anniversary was of much greater fanfare. There were much more runners, there was a new official 5km run on Saturday complete with a medal, and an expanded range of merchandise including a 50 th anniversary bear and coin.
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Oct 24, 2024 | 
dairyreporter.com | Cheryl Tay |Oliver Morrison
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Jun 16, 2024 | 
sg.news.yahoo.com | Cheryl Tay
Life goes beyond the digits on the scale and your body is capable of so much more! Yahoo’s #Fitspo of the Week series is dedicated to inspirational men and women in Singapore leading healthy and active lifestyles. Have someone to recommend?
