Calls for ban on fizzy drinks in schools
Doctors in the UK will urge the government to control the sale of fizzy drinks in schools, following similar calls in the US in recent months.
Archives for June 29, 2003
Low omega-3 levels linked to 'lows' in elderly
Fatty acids may have a significant impact on mood in the elderly, say researchers in the Netherlands, showing that it is not just new mothers who could benefit from an omega-3 rich diet.
Antioxidants promote easy breathing
Fruit and veg fans are likely to have better respiratory health than those with less healthy diets, suggests a recent review, highlighting the role of antioxidants in fruit and vegetables in protecting against inflammatory reactions and obstructed...
Lonza boosts niacinamide production
Swiss chemicals firm Lonza is strengthening its position in the vitamin B3 market, with construction of a new niacinamide plant at its Guangzhou site in China.
Indian firm innovates in soyfoods sector
India's leading soy manufacturer Ruchi Soya Industries is rejuvenating its brand in a new marketing campaign that positions soy foods as a protein boost for growing children.