A component of tomato sauce may help reduce DNA damage in the
prostate, a new study suggests. This may have implications for the
prevention or treatment of prostate cancer. The active ingredient
appears to be lycopene, an antioxidant...
The DASH diet, a diet rich in fruit, vegetables and low-fat dairy
foods, combined with reduced dietary sodium, lowers blood pressure
for all persons, according to new research released this week.
Following recent controversy surrounding the popular herb kava the
American Botanical Council (ABC) is suggesting that consumers
follow additional precautions when using the herb, used for
reducing symptoms of anxiety and stress.
The British organic dairy products market is to show healthy growth
in the coming years however oversupplies are set to continue,
market analysts Organic Monitor report this week.
People who eat a meat-laden diet have more than triple the average
risk of esophageal cancer and double the risk of stomach cancer,
U.S. researchers reported on Thursday
Leptin, a protein secreted by fat cells, may be an independent risk
factor for heart disease in humans, according to an article
published this week in Circulation: Journal of the American Heart
Association.
A new invention has received a patent that relates to nutritional
supplements to the human diet used to increase levels of HDL, and
decrease levels of O-LDL, cholesterol, and triglycerides in human
blood plasma.
Health science company Forbes Medi-Tech Inc. announced this week
that it has reached an agreement with Novartis Consumer Health SA
to acquire the licensing and distribution rights to consumer
products fortified with Reducol, the company's...
At the "Degussa Meets Science" event held in Dusseldorf,
Germany last week, Degussa AG, of which Degussa Health &
Nutrition generated sales of € 1,1 billion in 2000, showcased its
performance in the area of research...
Natrol Inc, a developer and marketer of nutritional products,
reported this week that its GarliPure™ brand of garlic was selected
for a recent study conducted by the US National Institutes of
Health (NIH).
A new bill in the US that could give tax breaks to employees who
purchase dietary supplements and medicinal foods has been referred
to the Committee on Ways and Means in the House of Representatives.
Melatonin, a widely used naturally occurring hormone used to treat
insomnia and jet lag, may reverse the formation of a protein
complex that is a hallmark of Alzheimer's disease
Health-conscious baby boomers are eating their way to a better
life, fuelling a sharp rise in demand for functional foods or
"nutraceuticals", according to a report published on Friday.
A medical food product containing uncooked cornstarch could help
type 2 diabetics manage their blood glucose levels and decrease the
incidence of nighttime and morning hyperglycemia, new research
suggests.
The herbal remedy saw palmetto can improve symptoms for men with
lower urinary tract problems, results of a new study conducted by
scientists at the University of Chicago reveal.
Milk provides more calcium and protein per penny compared to any
other foods served on school lunch menus, according to a new study
published in the Journal of The American Dietetic Association
(JADA), the US National Dairy Council...
Nutraceuticals manufacturer NatureWell, Incorporated announced
recently that a trial conducted on its MigraSpray products suggests
that the product has an effect on migraine pain.
The International Lecithin and Phospholipid Society (ILPS)
announced this week the 8th International Congress on
Phospholipids, to be held in Vienna, Austria on 7-10 September 2002
NBTY, a US manufacturer and marketer of nutritional supplements, is
to acquire certain assets of HealthCentral.com, the US online
retailer that filed for bankruptcy in October.
People in Scotland view healthy eating as boring and tasteless,
these are the findings or new research carried out by the Food
Standards Agency (FSA) Scotland which investigated why so many
Scots fail to improve their diet.
Unlike milk, the effect of bone-boosting calcium supplements in
young girls does not last, according to new research revealed this
week by the UK National Osteoporosis Society (NOS).
Scientists at the Ohio State University claim to have developed the
first heart-healthy and tasty soy bread that can legitimately carry
the FDA health claim.
Natural specialty ingredients manufacturer Kemin Foods, has filed a
lawsuit in the US contending that fine chemicals company, Cognis
Corp., continues to make false claims that blur the differences
between lutein esters and the purified...
US natural and organic food company Hain Celestial Group, announced
this week that it has completed its acquisition of Lima NV, a
Belgian natural and organic foods manufacturer and marketer.
Cirrhosis of the liver killed more women in the UK than cervical
cancer in the 2000 with heavy drinking a contributory factor,
according to the annual report from the UK's Chief Medical Officer.
Only a small number of U.S. consumers are aware of activism related
to biotechnology, according to a recent report from the US United
Soybean Board (USB).
Breast feeding may affect a child's intelligence as well as
bringing other benefits. But it is not always possible for women to
breastfeed. As a result, researchers are looking to develop a
bottle formula that more closely resembles...
Daily supplementation with creatine could accelerate the recovery
of leg muscle size and performance after being immobilised in a
cast for two weeks, report European researchers recently.
Coca-Cola is poised to add nutrients to a new line of bottled
water, to be called Dasani Nutriwater, taking on arch-rival
PepsiCo's own enhanced Aquifina.
The US nutraceuticals market had a value of $30,441 million
(€34,120 million) in 2000 and is expected to grow at a faster pace
than the overall food industry.
Fortification of grain products with the B vitamin folate may help
reduce memory loss in the over-60's. These are the latest findings
from data compiled by a recent nationwide health and nutrition
survey, NHANES III, carried...
One in seven elderly Britons suffers from malnutrition, even though
Britain is one of the world's richest nations, according to a
report published on Wednesday.
The controversy surrounding food irradiation continues this week in
the US with a declaration from the Centre for Food Safety that the
U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has ignored growing
evidence.
Naturally Vitamins, a US manufacturer and distributor of
nutraceutical products, is to team up with the charity, MAP
International, this holiday season
Children who take vitamin/mineral supplements are generally
healthier and more knowledgeable about nutrition than their peers
who do not use supplements, claims new research.
Scientists at the US Agricultural Research Service (ARS) report
this week that they have developed a new chromium formulation that
people can absorb into the bloodstream better than anything on the
market, they claim
Phytopharm, a developer of botanical pharmaceuticals, announced
this week the successful completion of the third and final stage of
a study to evaluate a product under development as an appetite
suppressant for the treatment of obesity...
