Reference index

Ingredient reference sources

Product	*A closer look : Ingredient reference*
Food-Grown® Breastfeeding Support	Reference: Turkyılmaz C, et al. The effect of galactagogue herbal tea on breast milk production and short-term catch-up of birth weight in the first week of life. Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. 2011 Feb;17(2):139-42. doi: 10.1089/acm.2010.0090. This reference describes a study that investigated the effect of a galactagogue herbal tea containing fenugreek on breast milk production and short-term catch-up of birth weight in newborns. The study provides insights into the potential benefits of fenugreek for enhancing milk production.
Food-Grown® Bone + Muscle Support	Reference: Sengupta K, et al. Comparative efficacy and tolerability of 5-Loxin and Aflapin Against Osteoarthritis of the Knee: A Double Blind, Randomized, Placebo Controlled Clinical Study. International Journal of Medical Sciences. 2010 Jul 17;7(6):366-77. doi: 10.7150/ijms.7.366. This reference describes a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled clinical study that compared the efficacy and tolerability of Boswellia extract (5-Loxin) and another Boswellia extract (Aflapin) against osteoarthritis of the knee. The study provides insights into the potential benefits of Boswellia extract for joint health.
Collagen 500 Plus	Reference: Bionos Biotech S.L. Evaluation of absorption rates of 500 Dalton-weight collagen compared to 2000-3000 Dalton collagen. Valencia: Biopolo, La Fe Hospital, October 2024. Publication in progress, expected Q1 2025. This study investigates the absorption efficiency of low-molecular-weight (500 Dalton) collagen relative to standard collagen (2000-3000 Dalton). Findings indicate that 500 Dalton collagen absorbs four times faster, with uptake by CaCo2 epithelial cells within 5 minutes and peak blood amino acid levels in 30 minutes, compared to 2 hours for standard collagen. The study provides insights into the enhanced intestinal absorption and bloodstream transport of low-weight collagen molecules.
Food-Grown® Complete Beauty Support	Reference: Oe M, et al. Oral hyaluronan relieves wrinkles: a double-blinded, placebo-controlled study over a 12-week period. Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology. 2017 Jul 20;10:267-273. doi: 10.2147/CCID.S144882. This reference presents a double-blinded, placebo-controlled study that investigated the effects of oral hyaluronan (hyaluronic acid) supplementation on wrinkles over a 12-week period. The study provides insights into the potential benefits of hyaluronic acid for skin health and beauty.
Food-Grown® Daily Essentials for Men	Reference: Wachtel-Galor S, et al. Ganoderma lucidum ("Lingzhi"), a Chinese medicinal mushroom: biomarker responses in a controlled human supplementation study. Br J Nutr. 2004 Feb;91(2):263-9. doi: 10.1079/BJN20031028. This reference describes a controlled human supplementation study that investigated the effects of Ganoderma lucidum (reishi mushroom) on biomarker responses. The study explored how reishi mushroom consumption affected certain markers related to immunity and inflammation.
Food-Grown® Daily Essentials for Men's Fertility	Reference: Zhu JS, et al. The scientific rediscovery of an ancient Chinese herbal medicine: Cordyceps sinensis: part I. Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. 1998;4(3):289-303. doi: 10.1089/acm.1998.4.289. This reference provides an overview of the potential health benefits of Cordyceps sinensis, including its traditional use and potential effects on reproductive health and fertility.
Food-Grown® Daily Essentials for Women	Reference: omparative bioavailability to humans of ascorbic acid alone or in a citrus extract J.A. Vinson, P. Bose, American Journal of Clinical Nutrition 1988; Sep:48 (3):601-4 This study showed Food-Grown® Vitamin C was also found to be better retained within the body than ascorbic acid.
Food-Grown® Daily Essentials for Women's Fertility	Reference: Zhu JS, et al. The scientific rediscovery of an ancient Chinese herbal medicine: Cordyceps sinensis: part I. Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. 1998;4(3):289-303. doi: 10.1089/acm.1998.4.289. This reference provides an overview of the potential health benefits of Cordyceps sinensis, including its traditional use and potential effects on reproductive health and fertility.
Food-Grown® Daily Multi Nutrient for Children	Reference: Tiralongo E, et al. Elderberry supplementation reduces cold duration and symptoms in air-travellers: a randomized, double-blind placebo-controlled clinical trial. Nutrients. 2016 Mar 24;8(4):182. doi: 10.3390/nu8040182. This reference describes a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial that investigated the effects of elderberry supplementation on cold duration and symptoms in air travelers. The study found that elderberry supplementation significantly reduced cold duration and symptom severity in the elderberry group compared to the placebo group.
Food-Grown® Daily Multi Nutrient for Men	Reference: Wachtel-Galor S, et al. Ganoderma lucidum ("Lingzhi"), a Chinese medicinal mushroom: biomarker responses in a controlled human supplementation study. Br J Nutr. 2004 Feb;91(2):263-9. doi: 10.1079/BJN20031028. This reference describes a controlled human supplementation study that investigated the effects of Ganoderma lucidum (reishi mushroom) on biomarker responses. The study explored how reishi mushroom consumption affected certain markers related to immunity and inflammation.
Food-Grown® Daily Multi Nutrient 45+ for Men	Reference: Wachtel-Galor S, et al. Ganoderma lucidum ("Lingzhi"), a Chinese medicinal mushroom: biomarker responses in a controlled human supplementation study. Br J Nutr. 2004 Feb;91(2):263-9. doi: 10.1079/BJN20031028. This reference describes a controlled human supplementation study that investigated the effects of Ganoderma lucidum (reishi mushroom) on biomarker responses. The study explored how reishi mushroom consumption affected certain markers related to immunity and inflammation.
Food-Grown® Daily Multi Nutrient for Teen Boys	Reference: Wachtel-Galor S, et al. Ganoderma lucidum ("Lingzhi"), a Chinese medicinal mushroom: biomarker responses in a controlled human supplementation study. Br J Nutr. 2004 Feb;91(2):263-9. doi: 10.1079/BJN20031028. This reference describes a controlled human supplementation study that investigated the effects of Ganoderma lucidum (reishi mushroom) on biomarker responses. The study explored how reishi mushroom consumption affected certain markers related to immunity and inflammation.
Food-Grown® Daily Multi Nutrient for Teen Girls	Reference: Holtmann G, Adam B, Haag S, Collet W, Grünewald E, Windeck T. Efficacy of artichoke leaf extract in the treatment of patients with functional dyspepsia: a six-week placebo-controlled, double-blind, multicentre trial. Aliment Pharmacol Ther. 2003 Dec;18(11-12):1099-105. doi: 10.1046/j.1365-2036.2003.01767.x. PMID: 14653829. This reference presents a double-blind, randomized controlled trial consisting of 247 patients with functional dyspepsia. The patients were given an ALE (Artichoke leaf extract) preparation and a placebo. The ALE preparation tested was significantly better than the placebo in alleviating symptoms and improving the disease-specific quality of life in patients with functional dyspepsia. Artichoke (Cynara scolymus) leaf extracts have traditionally been used to treat dyspeptic symptoms, and it is now believed that the bitter compounds, such as cynaropicrin, are responsible for the beneficial effects. Artichoke leaf extract (ALE) increases bile flow11 and is thought to exert hepatoprotective12 lipid-lowering13 antioxidant and antispasmodic effects.14–16
Food-Grown® Daily Multi Nutrient for Women	Reference: omparative bioavailability to humans of ascorbic acid alone or in a citrus extract J.A. Vinson, P. Bose, American Journal of Clinical Nutrition 1988; Sep:48 (3):601-4 This study showed Food-Grown® Vitamin C was also found to be better retained within the body than ascorbic acid.
Food-Grown® Daily Multi Nutrient 45+ for Women	Reference: Gupta SC, et al. Therapeutic Roles of Curcumin: Lessons Learned from Clinical Trials. The AAPS Journal. 2013 Jan;15(1):195-218. doi: 10.1208/s12248-012-9432-8. This reference provides insights into the therapeutic roles of curcumin based on clinical trials. It discusses various aspects of curcumin's potential benefits, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and other effects, as observed in human studies.
Food-Grown® Endo Support	REF: Nutrient Availability, Chemical and Biological Aspects. Royal Society of Chemistry Comparative human bioavailability of zinc, 1989
Food-Grown® Energy Support	REF: Nutrient Availability, Chemical and Biological Aspects. Royal Society of Chemistry Comparative human bioavailability of zinc, 1989
Food-Grown® Fertility Support for Men	Reference: Zhu JS, et al. The scientific rediscovery of an ancient Chinese herbal medicine: Cordyceps sinensis: part I. Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. 1998;4(3):289-303. doi: 10.1089/acm.1998.4.289. This reference provides an overview of the potential health benefits of Cordyceps sinensis, including its traditional use and potential effects on reproductive health and fertility.
Food-Grown® Fertility Support for Women	Reference: Zhu JS, et al. The scientific rediscovery of an ancient Chinese herbal medicine: Cordyceps sinensis: part I. Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. 1998;4(3):289-303. doi: 10.1089/acm.1998.4.289. This reference provides an overview of the potential health benefits of Cordyceps sinensis, including its traditional use and potential effects on reproductive health and fertility.
Food-Grown® Immune Support	Reference: Tiralongo E, et al. Elderberry supplementation reduces cold duration and symptoms in air-travellers: a randomized, double-blind placebo-controlled clinical trial. Nutrients. 2016 Mar 24;8(4):182. doi: 10.3390/nu8040182. This reference describes a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial that investigated the effects of elderberry supplementation on cold duration and symptoms in air travelers. The study found that elderberry supplementation significantly reduced cold duration and symptom severity in the elderberry group compared to the placebo group.
Food-Grown® KSM-66 Ashwagandha Plus	Various (no date) Published Clinical Studies, KSM-66 Ashwagandha. Available at: https://ksm66ashwagandhaa.com/clinical-studies/
Food-Grown® Magnesium	Bioavailability of magnesium Nutrient Availability: Chemical and Biological Aspects. Professor Joe A. Vinson et al. Royal Society of Chemistry, Scranton, USA. 1989
Food-Grown® Menopause Complex	Reference: Hirata JD, et al. Does dong quai have estrogenic effects in postmenopausal women? A double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Fertil Steril. 1997 Jul;68(1):981-6. doi: 10.1016/s0015-0282(97)00193-4. This reference describes a double-blind, placebo-controlled trial that investigated whether Dong Quai has estrogenic effects in postmenopausal women. The study's findings provide insights into the effects of Dong Quai on hormone-related aspects of women's health.
Food-Grown® Multi Strain Biotic	Reference: Hempel S, et al. Probiotics for the prevention and treatment of antibiotic-associated diarrhea: a systematic review and meta-analysis. JAMA. 2012 May 9;307(18):1959-69. doi: 10.1001/jama.2012.3507
Organic Protein + Superfood Powder	Reference: Chen S, et al. Cordyceps sinensis promotes exercise endurance capacity of skeletal muscle cells by activating the PI3K/Akt pathway. Biotechnology Letters. 2016 Nov;38(11):1829-1836. doi: 10.1007/s10529-016-2177-5. This reference describes a study that investigated the effects of Cordyceps sinensis on exercise endurance capacity in skeletal muscle cells. The study provides insights into the potential mechanisms by which Cordyceps sinensis might influence energy-related pathways.
Food-Grown® Organic Turmaforte Turmeric	Madhu, K., Chanda, K., Saji, MJ.; Safety and efficacy of Curcuma longa extract in the treatment of painful knee osteoarthritis: a randomized placebo-controlled trial; Inflammopharmacol; 2012
Food-Grown® Perimenopause Complex	Jackson, P.A. et al. (2021) “Effects of saffron extract supplementation on Mood, Well-Being, and Response to a Psychosocial Stressor in healthy Adults: a randomized, Double-Blind, parallel group, clinical trial,” Frontiers in Nutrition, 7. Available at: https://doi.org/10.3389/fnut.2020.606124
Food-Grown® Pregnancy + New Mother Biotic	Reference: Hempel S, et al. Probiotics for the prevention and treatment of antibiotic-associated diarrhea: a systematic review and meta-analysis. JAMA. 2012 May 9;307(18):1959-69. doi: 10.1001/jama.2012.3507
Food-Grown® Premenstrual Support	Reference: Hirata JD, et al. Does dong quai have estrogenic effects in postmenopausal women? A double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Fertil Steril. 1997 Jul;68(1):981-6. doi: 10.1016/s0015-0282(97)00193-4. This reference describes a double-blind, placebo-controlled trial that investigated whether Dong Quai has estrogenic effects in postmenopausal women. The study's findings provide insights into the effects of Dong Quai on hormone-related aspects of women's health.
Food-Grown® Vitamin B12 Plus	Reference: Mirkarimi M, et al. The effects of beetroot juice combined with vitamin B12 on muscle strength and mass in elderly women with sarcopenia: A randomized controlled trial. Journal of Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics. 2021 Mar 17;7(1):45-52. doi: 10.18502/jcnd.8565. This reference describes a randomized controlled trial that investigated the effects of beetroot juice combined with vitamin B12 on muscle strength and mass in elderly women with sarcopenia. The study provides insights into the potential synergistic effects of beetroot and vitamin B12 supplementation on muscle health.
Food-Grown® Vitamin C Plus	REF: Comparative bioavailability to humans of ascorbic acid alone or in a citrus extract J.A. Vinson, P. Bose, American Journal of Clinical Nutrition 1988; Sep:48 (3):601-4
Food-Grown® Vitamin D	Laboratory for Nutritional Supplement Analysis, Dr. Jeffrey Bland Ph.D., Linus Pauling Institute of Science and Medicine, Palo Alto, CA, November 25, 1985
Food-Grown® Vitamin D Gummies for All	Laboratory for Nutritional Supplement Analysis, Dr. Jeffrey Bland Ph.D., Linus Pauling Institute of Science and Medicine, Palo Alto, CA, November 25, 1985
Food-Grown® Vitamin D Gummies for Children	Laboratory for Nutritional Supplement Analysis, Dr. Jeffrey Bland Ph.D., Linus Pauling Institute of Science and Medicine, Palo Alto, CA, November 25, 1985
Food-Grown® Zinc Plus	Reference: Nutrient Availability, Chemical and Biological Aspects. Royal Society of Chemistry Comparative human bioavailability of zinc, 1989