A fish a day keeps the fat away
Evidence from Africa suggests that eating fish every day can help fight off the risk of obesity, report scientists from the Mayo Clinic in the US.
Archives for July 1, 2002
Europe moves towards increased vitamin D intake
Scientists from Denmark are taking part in a European-funded study to determine the best method of fortifying food with vitamin D with the long term aim of increasing intake of the nutrient across the EU.
Eating more, not less, better for the health
Diets which restrict the types of food we can eat in order to promote are bad for our health because we are genetically predisposed to eat the broadest possible spectrum of food, a new book claims.
Basketball link for Accelerade
Accelerade, the sports drink brand produced by PacificHealth Laboratories, has become the official sponsor of The Hoop Group, an organisation which runs basketball training camps for would-be athletes.
Xechem unlocks Africa's secrets
Xechem sets up subsidiary to develop and market a range of nutraceutical products from Nigeria, a country with a rich biodiversity.
Online test to assess eye health
The American Optometric Association (AOA) has added a new functionality to its website which is designed to allow visitors to asses whether their diet is putting them at risk of eye problems such as cataracts.
Natrol rethinks marketing strategy
Natrol, the US-based manufacturer and marketer of dietary supplements, has appointed Innovative Strategic Solutions (ISS) to help it improve the marketing of its products via radio and television.