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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Designs for Health Launches EssentiaGreens™ and Reds--One Scoop, Two Superfood Spectrums
A low-oxalate daily formula delivering powerful greens and reds in three craveable flavors to support gut health and close nutritional gaps PALM COAST, Fla., June 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Designs for Health®, a leading practitioner-recommended supplement brand, today announced the launch of its newly reformulated EssentiaGreens™ and Reds, a comprehensive greens-and-reds superfood blend available in Strawberry Kiwi, Chocolate, and Unflavored. Each formula is designed to help bridge nutritional gaps and support digestive, antioxidant, and metabolic health—delivered in a clean, crave-worthy powder. Rooted in its Science-First™ philosophy, Designs for Health developed EssentiaGreens™ and Reds to meet the evolving needs of health-conscious consumers and practitioners seeking results-based formulations. These updated blends are low in oxalates**, made with organic ingredients and without common fillers or bulking agents, delivering concentrated plant-based nutrition in each scoop. Each formula contains three carefully selected organic blends of greens, vegetables, and fruits—targeted to optimize nutrient intake and antioxidant support. "Our new EssentiaGreens™ and Reds product makes foundational health support more delicious, accessible, and effective," said Dr. David M. Brady, Chief Medical Officer at Designs for Health. "Our formula features a low-oxalate approach and made without common fillers or bulking agents, just clean, concentrated nutrients designed to support various key health benefits such as digestive health, energy, and antioxidant status." Each serving of EssentiaGreens™ and Reds delivers 20+ clinically-dosed ingredients that have been carefully cultivated, harvested at their peak potency, and protected from environmental stressors to maintain optimal preservation of the beneficial plant ingredients.* All three formulas contain prebiotics, a high-ORAC antioxidant blend, and a curated blends of organic greens, vegetables, and fruits, and are made without grains, legumes, alfalfa, gluten, or artificial sweeteners. Flavor Profiles: Strawberry Kiwi: A vibrant, oxalate-conscious formula free of spinach and beet—ideal for those with sensitivities.** Rated preferred in a consumer taste test against two leading greens powders. Unflavored: A versatile, neutral base that pairs seamlessly with smoothies or functional beverages—same formula, same low-oxalate commitment. Chocolate: A rich cocoa-infused option featuring 17+ organic ingredients, with a crave-worthy taste and the same low-oxalate foundation. The new EssentiaGreens™ and Reds is now available for purchase at To learn more about Designs for Health and its comprehensive portfolio of products, visit About Designs for Health, Designs for Health, Inc. offers high-quality nutritional supplements and functional foods to health care professionals and their patients. Guided by its founding philosophy of "Science-First™," the company holds an unwavering commitment to creating research-driven formulations with meaningful quantities of functional ingredients that maximize the potential for successful health outcomes. For over 35 years, Designs for Health has been many health-care professionals' trusted source for not only product innovation but also leadership in clinical education and practice development solutions. *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.**Less than 35-45 mg per serving on average, depending on flavor. Those following a low oxalate diet should evaluate their individual needs †1. Lee SH, Moore LV, Park S, Harris DM, Blanck HM. Adults meeting fruit and vegetable intake recommendations — United States, 2019. MMWR Morb Mortal Wkly Rep. 2022;71(1):1–9. doi:10.15535/ MEDIA CONTACTDesignsforHealth@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Designs for Health Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Axios
14-05-2025
- Health
- Axios
Longevity's new muscle: Creatine
Creatine monohydrate, once a supplement marketed to bodybuilders and athletes, has now become popular with aging Americans. Why it matters: It's another tool longevity experts say can help people live stronger for longer — both in body and mind. What we're hearing: Building muscle before old age is key to maximizing healthspan. Doctor and " Outlive" author Peter Attia says strength built now will define how mobile you'll be in the last 10 years of your life — think, the ability to carry groceries (or not) in your 80s and 90s. Researchers also say strength training will add years to your life, and creatine can enhance its results. For women, creatine is being praised more specifically as one of "the most important supplements" they can take. It's specifically a hot topic for women in perimenopause and menopause. Orthopedic surgeon Vonda Wright, who has said every woman should be strong enough to complete 11 pushups, takes 5 grams of creatine daily. Early research suggests benefits even in pregnancy. How it works: As we age, we lose muscle (known in the medical community as sarcopenia) and can't move like we did in our 20s. Creatine is a compound that boosts energy. When taken regularly, people might have more energy to complete high-intensity exercises and see increased muscle growth. Yes, but: An active lifestyle is required. "You can't sit on the couch" and expect to grow muscle, cautions David Brady, chief medical officer at supplements company Designs for Health, who tells Axios he takes a creatine supplement while working out. Brains get a boost on creatine, too, research suggests. The supplement has been linked to improved memory, brain health, depression treatment and increased energy. How much creatine, for how often and paired with what diet and exercise is largely an individual equation. The recommendation from supplement companies is typically 5 grams a day, with a loading period of more at the start. Some people have reported surprisingly good results in 30 days, while others in a recent, small clinical trial didn't see much difference over 12 weeks. There's little harm trying it: A recent meta- analysis of hundreds of studies found little to no negative side effects from the supplement. Creatine is in food, but you'd have to eat a steakhouse-sized portion of red meat or seafood (up to 2 pounds) every day to hit 5 grams. In fact, we worked with a dietitian to try to identify a healthy creatine-rich diet as an example for this story, and they ultimately determined supplementation was the easiest way to consistently hit 5 grams without vastly increasing calories and cholesterol to unhealthy levels. Reality check: While creatine can boost muscle, it isn't required to build muscle in the same way that protein is needed. If your goal is to live healthier than the average American, that can usually be achieved through adjustments to food, exercise and sleep, Angel Planells, spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and a Seattle-based dietitian, tells Axios. "A supplement isn't a cure-all, fix-all."
