Healthy properties of resveratrol broken down
Scientists in America believe they have come a step closer to understanding the health benefits of drinking red wine.
Archives for September 19, 2004
DSM puts money into nutrigenomics firm
DSM Venturing will invest in the Connecticut, US based company Sciona - an important player in the growing nutrigenomics field.
GM omega-3 source developed
Scientists have succeeded for the first time in genetically modifying an oilseed crop - linseed - to boost its levels of very long chain poly-unsaturated fatty acids (PUFA), associated with a raft of health-promoting properties, writes Lindsey Partos.
Oregano-cranberry mix cuts deadly Listeria bacteria
An oregano and cranberry concoction could be a potent anti-microbial agent for food processors under constant pressure to reduce the risk of foodborne diseases in the ever-expanding food production chain.
US women supplementing with folic acid
A record number of American women of childbearing age are taking folic acid supplementation, according to a survey by a national health agency.
Britons suffering from lack of sunshine
Health experts said at a news briefing last week in London that a quarter of Britons may suffer from a winter deficiency of vitamin D and that supplementation and further fortification of foods may be the answer.
DSM invests in nutrigenomics
DSM Venturing will invest in the Connecticut, US based company Sciona - an important player in the growing nutrigenomics field.
Vitamin E boosts body's defence system
Scientists have found that vitamin E improves the function of the liver and thereby strengthens the body's defence system.