NeoCell, is releasing a new formula for its popular Resveratrol Antioxidant product.

The new Resveratrol Antioxidant (http://www.neocell.com/productdetails/17) caplets and liquid contain 100mg of trans-resveratrol per serving, the most of any knotweed-free resveratrol supplement on the market and one of the first of its kind in the nutrition industry.

Studies show that trans-resveratrol stimulates the sirtuin gene, which puts the body in a survival mode and prompts it to naturally fight diseases like Alzheimer’s, diabetes and heart disease.

Not only does Resveratrol Antioxidant deliver a powerful dose of trans-resveratrol, it gets it from the purest sources: French grape vine, red wine and Muscadine grapes from the Bordeaux region in France. The area has been one of the world’s premiere sources of wine grapes since the eighth century. NeoCell is one of the only nutritional companies that obtains its resveratrol exclusively from this source.

The majority of nutritional companies use an inferior source called Japanese Knotweed for their main source of resveratrol. Not all trans-resveratrol is the same. The dimers that form the chemical chains in resveratrol made from French wine grapes and vine are NOT present in resveratrol made from knotweed. This makes knotweed resveratrol less concentrated and less effective than what is found in NeoCell’s Resveratrol Antioxidant.

“Our new formula for Resveratrol Antioxidant is a big plus for consumers,” said NeoCell President Darren Rude. “It delivers a very high amount of the purest, most effective trans-resveratrol available so our customers can get the maximum health benefits.”

Health benefits of Resveratrol Antioxidant:

• Helps prevent free radical damage to cells
• Helps support the immune system and liver functions
• Acts as a powerful antioxidant
• Promotes heart health

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A grapefruit extract may help the liver break down fat and improve insulin sensitivity, according to research data from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and Massachusetts General Hospital.

Naringenin, a compound derived from grapefruits and other citrus fruits, was found to mimic the actions of the established pharmaceuticals Fenofibrate (lipid-lowering action) and Rosiglitazone (anti-diabetic action), according to findings published in the online journal PLoS ONE.

Disruption of lipid and carbohydrate homeostasis is an important factor in the development of prevalent metabolic diseases such as diabetes, obesity and atherosclerosis. As a result, small molecules that could reduce insulin dependence and regulate dyslipidemia could have a dramatic effect on public health.

“It is a fascinating find,” said Yaakov Nahmias, PhD, from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. “We show the mechanism by which naringenin increases two important pharmaceutical targets, PPAR-alpha and PPAR-gamma, while blocking a third, LXR-alpha. The results are similar to those induced by long periods of fasting”.

A chemist at the University of Maryland has discovered a method to boost the antioxidant content of whole grain and wheat pizza dough by baking it longer and at higher temperatures. The results of the research were presented at a meeting of the American Chemical Society in Chicago.

The research conducted at the University of Maryland examined new ways to improve healthy properties of wheat-based foods. Pizza was the natural test subject due to its worldwide popularity. Researchers experimented with baking temperature, time and length of fermentation , the time pizza dough is given to rise.

With higher baking temperatures, antioxidant levels rose by up to 60 percent and up to 82 percent, depending on the type of wheat flour used.

Newly appointed Company President, Daniel J. Kennedy, stated, “We are pleased to announce that on August 12, 2010, we successfully negotiated a change in the corporate management team, corporate name and mission statement of Bionic Products.

“Effectively immediately, our new corporate name is BioCen Natural Products Development Group.

“Our mission is to become the leader in natural algae based products and brands for wholesale and retail consumers, with a continued commitment to incorporating natural ingredients in the highest standards and promoting business practices that respect the Earth and the Environment.

“We have signed a Master Sales Exclusivity Agreement with BioCentric Energy Holdings, LLC (BEHL) to provide us with proprietary and effective nutritional products utilizing organic and sterile actives derived from algae grown in closed-loop photobioreactors. BioCen Natural Products Development Group (BioCen Natural) has captured the attention of major health and nutritional marketers and distributors interested in purchasing our products with highly-beneficial ingredients produced within the United States of America.

“One primary market for BioCen Natural is the Company’s health drink division. By developing beverages to include three (3) highly-effective algae strains, Haematococcus pluvialis (Astaxanthin), Spirulina and Chlorella in BioCen’s proprietary health drinks, the Company can deliver beverages that meet the daily nutritional recommendations and provide the body with powerful ’super’ antioxidants.”

Summarized below are the many health benefits of these highly-effective algae strains:

Haematococcus pluvialis (Astaxanthin): Antioxidant – Boost the Immune System

The algae strain Haematococcus pluvialis when processed produces the “super” antioxidant “Astaxanthin,” which is red in color and often referred to as “Vitamin X.” For more than 10 years, researchers have studied the profound antioxidant properties found in the beautiful red and potent algae. Many health applications for this strain include: cancer treatment and support, immune disorder, arthritis and heart disease. Because Astaxanthin contains a high class of carotenoids, fish, shrimp and crabs obtain their red coloring from this amazing algae.

Spirulina: Protein – Balance

With a natural spiraled shape, this perfectly named algae, Spirulina, is often referred to as the “food of the future.” Because Spirulina is a complete protein in itself, it aids in balancing blood sugar levels and helps with weight loss. In its natural form, Spirulina contains more beta-carotene than carrots. In ancient times, Spirulina was used a prime source for protein. Today, BioCen Natural utilizes Spirulina in its health drinks to quickly deliver high protein for a balanced system.

Chlorella: Detoxify – De-Stress

Known as a great detoxifier and a high source of chlorophyll, Chlorella is commonly used in everyday foods and beverages throughout the world. This natural “super-food” contains all of the essential amino acids and enzymes that are necessary to keep the body balanced. Chlorella is often used to alleviate hypertension, constipation, and premenstrual syndrome.

Mr. Kennedy also stated, “We are working closely with Nevada’s premier water bottling facility located among the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Nevada Bottling Company, in Pahrump, Nevada to process our propriety health drinks. With sales in the nutraceutical and sport drink industries exceeding $6.2 Billion in the United States with projected annual growth of 10%, BioCen Natural has the capability and capacity to meet these industries’ high demands to develop and introduce our unique proprietary and effective nutritional health beverages.

“We look forward to working with our shareholders during this transition period and will provide continued transparency towards meeting our goals and objectives in becoming the leader in natural algae based products and brands.”

Sedona Labs, a leading dietary supplement company based in Northern Arizona’s red rock country, announces the launch of a unique vision health product, XanthaView™ Vision Formula.

The clinically based formula features specific dosages of B vitamins that help support healthy eye function, particularly in the central portion of the eye called the macula. One out of three Americans will experience significant deterioration of the macula as they age.

“We specialize in supplements based on the latest science,” says Donna Cappiello, National Sales Director for Sedona Labs. “We believe consumers look for new health formulas that are not a repeat of what’s out there. By adding clinically supported levels of B-vitamins to well-known eye antioxidants, Sedona Labs scientists have formulated XanthaView Vision Formula as one the most powerful, innovative eye health supplements on the market.”

Cappiello also points out that Sedona Labs uses only the highest quality B vitamins, sourced from Europe.

High-Dose B Vitamins Improve Central Eye Health by 41%

XanthaView is based on a groundbreaking, double-blind study by Harvard researchers. The study found that women taking high dosages of specific B vitamins over seven and a half years had 41% better long-term eye health – especially health of their central vision – than women who did not take the B-vitamins.

The researchers believe that the B vitamins may work by reducing levels of homocysteine and by acting as an antioxidant.

“Improvement in central eye health from taking lutein, zeaxanthin and other antioxidants has been in the 20-30% range. Adding the B vitamins gives a dramatic boost to the health of the aging eye,” says Cappiello.

Targeted Eye Health with Lutein and Zeaxanthin

In addition to B vitamins, XanthaView includes clinically researched dosages of lutein, zeaxanthin, astaxanthin, vitamins C, E, zinc and copper. These ingredients are crucial to help support resistance to glare and eye strain.

These natural antioxidants also support eye health when the eyes are exposed to excess blue light, which may lead to higher levels of oxidation.

Blue light exposure occurs in bright sunshine, in bright fluorescent light, and in long hours in front of computer terminals. The EUREYE Study published in 2008 found that antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin specifically helped support macular eye health in older people exposed to high levels of sunlight.

Eye Health Means Greater Independence

Supporting healthy vision function is one of the most important things people can do to maintain independence as they get older. Why? People must see well in order to drive, and driving is the key to independence across the United States.

XanthaView Vision Formula and other Sedona Labs supplements are available for sale in select health food stores and natural health retailers. For more information, and for retailer ordering, visit www.sedonalabs.com

Researchers at the Technical University of Denmark, Lyngby, Denmark have conducted a study to investigate factors that contribute to the oxidative stability of fish-oil-enriched yogurt, particularly the possible antioxidative effects of peptides generated from the breakdown of dairy proteins during yogurt fermentation.

Scientists removed the sugars and lactic acid from yogurt samples and then fractionated tem via ultrafiltration. The various yogurt fractions were tested for antioxidant activity by investigating the inhibition of oxidation in a liposome model system, radical-scavenging activity, iron-chelating activity, and reducing power.

The scientists found that the lower-molecular-weight peptide fractions were more-effective antioxidants than the fractions with higher molecular weights. These lower-molecular-weight fractions were then studied as antioxidants in fish-oil-enriched milk. Based on the measures of the milk’s peroxide value, volatiles, tocopherol and sensory characteristics, the lower-molecular-weight fractions (3 to10 kDa and less than 3 kDa) protected the test dairy product against oxidation of fish oil to the same extent as caseinophosphopeptides. In addition, the oxygen content of the yogurt was found to be lower than that of milk.

The researchers say these findings suggest that the higher oxidative stability of yogurt might result from antioxidant peptides developed during the fermentation of the milk by lactic acid bacteria and/or by the lower oxygen content of yogurt (which reduces the oxidative stress on the unsaturated fatty acids in the fish oil.). They believe that antioxidant peptides might also be added as an ingredient to fish-oil-fortified foods to increase their oxidative stability.

Technical University of Denmark
Anker Engelunds Vej 1
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2800 Kgs. Lyngby

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Total Nutraceutical Solutions, Inc. announced that food technology findings from a company funded study at Pennsylvania State University will be presented at the annual IFT 2010 meeting, on Monday, July 19th. The study is entitled: “Antioxidant Properties of Ergothioneine and Total Phenols in Mushroom Extracts.” H. Lee, M. Kalaras, and R. Beelman, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA, are the authors and presenters.

The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) is a world premier food science and technology community and the latest developments in food science are presented at their annual meetings. IFT 2010, is being held in Chicago, IL, July 17-20, at McCormick Place South.

“This study showed that mushrooms contain potent antioxidants that have the ability to actively neutralize free radicals and inflammatory molecules,” stated Marvin S. Hausman MD, CEO, TNS. “This innate natural ability of mushrooms underscores the importance of this natural edible food source as a preventive measure against many inflammatory human diseases. TNS scientists are focused on developing proprietary technology to naturally enhance and efficiently extract these potent natural antioxidants from mushrooms for human nutritional application to disease prevention.”

About Total Nutraceutical Solutions, Inc.:

Total Nutraceutical Solutions, Inc., a global leader in mushroom research and development, focuses on discovering, formulating and marketing products composed primarily of organic natural whole mushroom foods, containing bioactive nutrients, such as L-Ergothioneine and Vitamin D, with potential health benefits. Our scientific strategy is to specialize in the development of production and analytic technologies for food and nutritional supplements mainly composed of mushrooms and their mycelial biomasses. Novel clinical models and biomarkers are used to show nutritional and clinical efficacy of our products. In addition to our novel preventative healthcare formulations and nutritional approaches for a wide variety of human conditions and illnesses, we are also involved in the development, acquisition and ownership of breakthrough nutritional tools and products in the fields of animal husbandry and livestock feeds.