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Scientists at the University of Bonn have identified a substance that appears to be partly responsible for the previously unexplained sedative effect of valerian, a herbal native to Europe and used for more than 2,000 years.
A polyphenol extract made from selected red grapes from the south of France has been shown to signficantly reduce lipid deposits in arteries, and produced a greater effect than red wine, reports its manufacturer.
In the largest study of its kind, researchers have shown that diabetes can cause chronic liver disease and cancer of the liver, increasing the threat posed by growing incidence of the disease around the world.
Ingredients giant Danisco moves into the lead in the global cultures business with its acquisition of the food ingredients arm of ailing French chemical firm Rhodia.