Amanda Rao

CaroRite™ for improving skin health and the visible signs of aging - a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial

Amanda Rao, Janice Pellow, David Briskey

Background There is an increasing need to identify novel ingredients that can be safely utilized to enhance skin function and mitigate skin aging. Carotenoid supplementation shows promise in improving skin health and reducing signs of aging, owing to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory …

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Effects of PeptiSleep™ on sleep modification and biometrics in adults with sleep impairment: A randomised, placebo-controlled pilot study

Niamh Máire Mohan, Brian Keogh, Alessandro Adelfio, Ricardo Maldonado et autres

Sleep is vital for longevity and daily function but is under threat due to modern culture. While pharmaceuticals induce and prolong sleep, dependency and side effects can be significant. Artificial intelligence and peptide science have accelerated the accurate identification of natural, bioavailable …

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Oleoylethanolamide supplementation enriches Akkermansia muciniphila and modulates intestinal barrier function in adults with obesity: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial

Romeo B. Batacan, Amanda Rao, Yadav Sharma Bajagai, Dragana Stanley et autres

Targeted modulation of the gut microbiome represents a promising nutritional strategy to support metabolic and intestinal health in overweight and obese adults. Oleoylethanolamide (OEA) is an endogenous lipid mediator that regulates satiety, lipid metabolism, and inflammation, but its effects on the human …

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Levagen+ (palmitoylethanolamide) alleviates joint pain and reduces the impact of joint pain in canines and felines: a double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized clinical trial

David R. Briskey, Ella Craddock, Amanda Rao, P. C. Mills

Introduction This study assessed the effectiveness of Levagen+ (palmitoylethanolamide), a fatty acid amide and lipid mediator, for both the alleviation and impact of joint pain, in canines and felines. Methods This prospective double-blinded, randomized placebo-controlled study supplemented 50 canines and 50 felines …

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Efficacy and Safety of a Proprietary Free Fatty Acid Rich Saw Palmetto Extract (USPlus® PRO) for Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms in Males: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial

Amanda Rao, Leigh Vinocur, Janice Pellow, David R. Briskey

Background: Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) affect most men aged 50+ and can significantly impair quality of life. Saw palmetto extracts have been evaluated for LUTS with mixed results, likely due to differing extraction quality, dosing, and study design. This study aimed …

Trans-resveratrol reduces visible signs of skin ageing in healthy adult females over 40: an 8-week randomized placebo-controlled trial

Amanda Rao, David R. Briskey, Georgia Roche, Annie Tremblay et autres

Introduction: This double-blind, randomised, placebo-controlled clinical study evaluated the effects of trans-resveratrol on skin health. To date, and to the best of our knowledge, no study has tested trans-resveratrol as the only active ingredient, orally or topically, for improving skin parameters in …

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A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical study to evaluate the efficacy of the synbiotic medical food, SBD111, for the clinical dietary management of bone loss in menopausal women

Eric M. Schott, Mark R. Charbonneau, Douglas P. Kiel, Susan V. Bukata et autres

This 12-month study in 286 early postmenopausal women evaluated the efficacy and safety of SBD111, a synbiotic medical food, in reducing bone loss. SBD111 did not significantly reduce bone loss for the full cohort, but did produce evidence of reduced bone loss …

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The Effect of Topical Palmitoylethanolamide (PlexoZome Levagen) on Relief of Post Exercise Knee Joint Pain – A Randomised Double-Blind Controlled Study

Amanda Rao

Joint pain is a common ailment that can arise from several different causes and may affect people of any age. It can negatively impact quality of life and represents a significant global health concern

A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical study to evaluate the efficacy of the synbiotic medical food, SBD111, for the clinical dietary management of bone loss in menopausal women

Eric M. Schott, Mark R. Charbonneau, Douglas P. Kiel, Susan V. Bukata et autres

Summary: This 12-month study in 286 early postmenopausal women evaluated the efficacy and safety of SBD111, a synbiotic medical food, in reducing bone loss. SBD111 did not significantly reduce bone loss for the full cohort, but did produce evidence of reduced bone …

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Comparison of the effects of Wild Nutrition Food‑Grown® vitamin D3 formulation with two conventional formulations on increasing plasma vitamin D levels in healthy participants: A 72‑h, randomised, parallel, comparator study

David R. Briskey, Amanda Rao

Vitamin D is a fat‑soluble hormone involved in numerous vital physiological functions. Despite the critical role of vitamin D, a large proportion of the population are deficient (<20 ng/ml) in this vitamin, with an estimated one billion individuals worldwide having low levels …

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Effect of β-Glucan (Angel Yeast) Compared to a Placebo on Cold and Flu Incidence and Symptoms in an Adult Population—A Double Blind, Randomised Controlled Trial

David R. Briskey, Haibo Zhang, Zhixian Chen, Amanda Rao

Background: 1-3, 1-6 β-glucan derived from Baker’s yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) has been widely studied for its immune stimulatory capabilities and safety. Previous studies found β-glucan to have efficacy at reducing incidence of URTIs as well as being a low risk for negative …

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Wild Nutrition’s Food-Grown® Magnesium Supplementation Increases Sleep Quality and Sleep Duration and Reduces Stress in a Healthy Adult Population: A Double-Blind, Randomised, Placebo-Controlled Study

David R. Briskey, Jane Erickson, Chelsie Smith, Amanda Rao

Background: Magnesium, an essential mineral crucial for various bodily functions, has been shown to positively influence sleep patterns. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of Food-Grown® magnesium in enhancing sleep quality and duration, as well as overall well-being. Methods: Eighty participants …

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