For centuries, Borago officinalis - commonly known as Borage or the Starflower - has been a staple of traditional medicine.

Cannabis produces a complex suite of bioactive compounds, including tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD), but how these molecules evolved has long been a mystery. Now, new research has ...

A new study reveals that roasted coffee contains previously unknown compounds capable of inhibiting a key enzyme linked to blood sugar control. Scientists have identified three compounds that strongly ...

You can now purchase postbiotics in supplement form and some studies look promising, but do they actually benefit gut health?

Beyond settling an upset stomach, the potent compounds in ginger serve as a metabolic regulator and a vital tool for systemic ...

Tropical seaweeds Sargassum binderi and Kappaphycus striatum show promise as ruminant feed additives to reduce methane emissions and enhance productivity. The study highlights the nutritional and ...

Açai isn’t the only Brazilian fruit with superfood potential, according to emerging research. Jaboticaba is rich in ...

A bioactive compound produced by an extremophilic bacterium has potential industrial applications. An international collaboration of researchers has isolated a bioactive compound in extremophilic ...

Extraction techniques have evolved considerably, addressing both industrial and environmental challenges inherent in the recovery of high‐value bioactive compounds from natural matrices. Traditional ...

What we throw away as food waste may hold the key to healthier crops, stronger ecosystems, and new medical compounds.

An article published in the journal Scientific Reports describes how researchers analyzed biofilm produced by bacteria found in the El Medano hot springs, located in Chile in the central Andes, and ...