Archives for June 1, 2003

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Fermented milk for lactose intolerance

Drinking fermented milk appeared to eliminate or drastically reduce symptoms related to lactose intolerance in people with the allergy, report US researchers on a small study.

FSA reiterates salt cutback request

Public sector caterers and their suppliers are being asked once again by the Food Standards Agency to reduce the amount of salt used in their food production and supplies of processed foods.

Cop on to bone health

Taking copper supplements had a protective effect against oxidation in erythrocytes in older adults, according to new European research, investigating the role of the trace mineral on human health.

Cognis Q1 reflects difficult economy

Cognis, the group behind Tonalin CLA, reported an organic sales growth of €13.9 million for the first quarter, up 1.7 per cent from last year, although total sales were hit hard by negative exchange rates, falling almost 7 per cent.