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PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New book With Contributing Author Kelly Heim, PhD Provides Detailed Overview Of Recent Developments In The Field of Antioxidant Polymers September 12, 2012— Sudbury, MA – Pure Encapsulations, a leading manufacturer of research-based, hypoallergenic nutritional supplements, announces the release of a new book entitled, “Antioxidant Polymers: Synthesis, Properties, and Applications” […]
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Pure Encapsulations Awarded 2012 AANP Corporation of the Year August 30, 2012 – Sudbury, MA- Pure Encapsulations, leading manufacturer of research-based, hypoallergenic nutritional supplements, has been named the 2012 AANP Corporation of the Year by The American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP). According to the AANP, Pure Encapsulations was awarded […]
Functional amino acids for relaxation: GABA, glycine and L-theanine‡ By Kelly C. Heim, Ph.D. According to the National Health Interview Survey, 75% of the general population experiences some form of stress at least every two weeks.1 The American Psychological Association asserts that lifestyle and dietary approaches to relaxation may support not only emotional well-being, but […]
Enhancing bioavailability through nature’s example By Kelly C. Heim, Ph.D. Every cell in the body is an organized coalescence of aqueous and lipid components. Thus, to sustain physiological function and overall health, the body requires both water- and fat-soluble nutrients. While the digestive tract has evolved ways to absorb both types, water solubility offers a […]
Nourishing the brain with magnesium: A new approach to cognitive performance‡ By Kelly C. Heim, Ph.D. Cognition refers to our capacity to acquire and retrieve information, execute decisions, navigate our surroundings, solve problems and effectively communicate. In the clinical setting, these faculties are collectively expressed by two familiar terms—learning and memory. Both are mediated by […]
The Pure Probiotic Initiative: Ensuring Probiotic Identity and Potency Over the past 5 years, more than 500 human clinical trials have examined the benefits of probiotics in maintaining health and wellness. Much of this research has examined condition-specific efficacy of well-defined strains at particular potencies. In practice, a clinician’s translation of the latest findings into […]
Polyphenol Research Drives New Product Innovation By Kelly C. Heim, Ph.D. Over the past three decades, epidemiological and clinical studies have established positive associations between fruit and vegetable intake and nearly every major aspect of health.1-3 While essential vitamins and minerals are accountable for a number of benefits, nonessential phytochemicals are now widely recognized as critical […]
A novel polyphenol blend for peak athletic performance‡ By Kelly C. Heim, Ph.D. During intense exercise, muscles require highly efficient and consistent delivery of fuel substrates with concurrent removal of metabolic byproducts. This dynamic exchange is made possible by elevated blood flow through the intramuscular vasculature. Blood vessel diameter is a major determinant of nutrient […]
XanthiTrim: Fucoxanthin and Green Tea Phytosome for Metabolic Rate‡ By Juniper Devecis MS RD CCN Two recent publications have revealed that fucoxanthin and green tea may specifically augment fat metabolism in the liver, thereby optimizing hepatic function and metabolism. Other studies indicate that these extracts promote metabolic rate and fat utilization, helping to maintain healthy […]
Higher-Protein Low-Glycemic Diets are Key for Weight Maintenance‡ By Juniper Devecis MS RD CCN A recent article published in the November New England Journal of Medicine adds more evidence that a high protein, low glycemic index diet may be the key for weight management and maintenance.1 The study involved over 500 overweight adults from eight […]
Melatonin By Alan R. Gaby, M.D. Melatonin is a hormone synthesized from tryptophan in the pineal gland and in the gastrointestinal tract. It’s involvement in moderating circadian rhythms and enhancing sleep is well-documented and some research indicates it also promotes immune function. Melatonin secretion may decline with advancing age. However, this decline does not appear […]
Nutrient timing strategies for peak athletic performance By Kelly C. Heim, Ph.D. Consistent training and sound nutrition are the time-honored pillars of physical fitness.While supplemental amino acids, creatine and carbohydrate are well-known to support fueling and recovery, research suggests that the timing of their ingestion is highly relevant to maximizing gains.In recent years, numerous studies […]
