Martek warns of ARA shortages
Maryland-based Martek Biosciences is facing further tightening of ARA supply, after a fire shut down production of the fatty acid by key supplier DSM last weekend.
Archives for May 17, 2004
New study investigates fatty acids in maternal, postnatal nutrition
European research into the role of fatty acids in foetal growth and infant development could lead to new dietary guidelines for mothers-to-be.
Scientists endorse Atkins diet
Greater weight loss was achieved by following a low-carb, high-protein diet, than following a traditional low fat diet. In addition, cholesterol levels improved on the Atkins-style diet when compared to a low fat diet.
Modified vegetable could be new fatty acid source
British researchers have created a vegetable with high levels of healthy fatty acids, normally found only in fish and poultry products.
Fibre cuts heart disease event risk, suggests study
A major new study confirms previous evidence showing that dietary fibre can reduce the risk of developing heart disease.
Fish oils have good future, suggests recent supplier expansions
Leading European fish oil suppliers Croda Health Care and Pronova Biocare have completed expansion of their production facilities to meet continuing demand for omega-3 fatty acids in supplements and functional foods.
Folic acid may cut bone fracture risk
Folic acid - the B vitamin found commonly in supplements and increasingly in a wide range of bread products - is already known to prevent severe birth defects and to lower risk of death from heart disease. But it could also help to prevent broken...
Forbes promises sales growth
Canadian sterol producer Forbes Medi-Tech says it is on track for a 10 per cent sales increase this year, providing funding for the development of its pharmaceutical compounds.