Archives for October 6, 2002

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Soy milk linked to ADHD

A study by researchers at the University of California, Irvine shows that manganese, a mineral found in high levels in soy milk, appears to be linked to behavioural problems in infants, confirming previous concerns that soy infant formula may be...

An egg a day

The persistent old wives' tales about eggs - that they are unhealthy, that they cause consumption or that they are contaminated with salmonella - mean that British consumers are missing out on the potential health benefits of eggs, something which...

Europe funds major research on African plants

African and European researchers have launched an ambitious international 'information mobilisation' project to disclose the existing knowledge of useful plants of Tropical Africa. Costing about €16 million, the project will provide researchers with a...

A boost for bone health

A conference organised by British research organisation Leatherhead Food is to address the increasing concerns related to bone health and the role of the food industry.

Indena studies support Soyselect

Italian plant extract company Indena reported that its soy extract, Soyselect, may be a safe and effective alternative to HRT to relieve menopausal symptoms.