Ketones

The Sports & Active Nutrition Summit 2024 in pictures

27-Feb-2024 By Stephen Daniells

NutraIngredients-USA's 6th Sports & Active Nutrition Summit attracted over 250 delegates to sunny San Diego for three days of content and networking.

Ketogenic diet proves mixed bag for elderly in treating migraines

21-Dec-2023 By Claudia Adrien

The ketogenic diet may be helpful for older adults suffering from migraines, however different versions of the diet may influence conclusions about health gains, according to a review that appears in Nutrients.

Ketone ester research highlights insights into athletic performance

12-Oct-2023 By Claudia Adrien

For Frank Llosa, it was an unlikely career transition from real estate professional to founder of a performance drink company focused on ketones.

Butanediol ingredient may boost ketosis: Pilot study

29-Jun-2023 By Stephen Daniells

Acute supplementation with (R)-1,3-Butanediol could raises beta-hydroxybutyrate (BHB) levels associated with increased mental clarity and endurance, says a new study.

Osaka gets FDA GRAS no objection for D-BHB ingredient

28-Apr-2023 By Stephen Daniells

The US Food and Drug Administration has issued a letter of no objection to Osaka Gas Chemicals regarding the GRAS status of the company’s D-beta-hydroxybutyric acid (D-BHB) ingredient.

Ketone supplements may boost reaction times for soccer players

31-Oct-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Decreases in reaction time that occur during team sports may be prevented by ketone ester supplements, suggests data from a small study from Canada.

Study shows effectiveness of Juvenescence’s ketosis-inducing supplement

26-May-2022 By Asia Sherman

In its quest to increase healthspan, biotech longevity firm Juvenescence continues to build on research to support its novel ketone ester.

Ketone supplementation shows potential in boosting brain health in obese, study finds

07-Oct-2021 By Will Chu

Ketone-based supplements have emerged as a novel approach to protecting and improving brain function in the obese – a population at increased risk of neurocognitive dysfunction.

Keto isn’t just for weight loss, research suggests the diet could also protect against flu

19-Nov-2019 By Danielle Masterson

A new study found that the high-fat, low-carb diet activates the release of immune system cells that trap the virus before it spreads.

Tour de France puts ketones under the spotlight

26-Jul-2019 By Shane Starling

Major ketone ester manufacturers are reporting booming business as pro cycling’s biggest race courses through the French countryside and mountain ranges.