Fortified beverage prevents micronutrient deficiencies
A micronutrient-fortified beverage can prevent iron deficiency, reduce anaemia and improve the haemoglobin concentration of pregnant women in the developing world, say researchers
Archives for May 12, 2003
New role for selenium
Increasing levels of selenium in the diet could protect the skin against damage caused by ultraviolet rays from the sun, suggests new research from Edinburgh University.
FSA board discusses latest reports
The Food Standards Agency held an open board meeting on 8 May 2003 in Cardiff, Wales - also broadcast live on the Agency's website - to discuss the recent reports on vitamins and minerals, phytoestrogens and GM foods.
New, improved ISP from Nutri Pharma
Norwegian soy technology company Nutri Pharma yesterday announced the results of a clinical trial which it claims demonstrated its new isolated soy protein (ISP) is significantly better at lowering serum cholesterol values than the best commercially...