Archives for October 13, 2002

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Plant sterols may be alternative to higher statin dose

A new study published in the 1 October issue of the American Journal of Cardiology confirms that statin and sterol-ester margarine used together produce a positive effect on low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol reduction in patients.

Cyanotech presents BioAstin research

Results of two clinical studies show that a powerful natural antioxidant derived from microalgae, Cyanotech's BioAstin, helps sufferers of carpal tunnel syndrome and rheumatoid arthritis reduce some of their painful symptoms.

CRN addresses legislators on ephedra

The Council for Responsible Nutrition last week sent a letter to Senator Durbin and other legislators recommending several actions be taken to protect the safety and reliability of ephedra-containing dietary supplements.