Vitamin C intake offers protection against stomach cancer
Further evidence shows that vitamin C intake and fruit consumption may be linked to reduced risk of stomach cancer.
Archives for October 17, 2004
Science is the key to supplement marketing
A report published last week suggested that supplement manufacturers need to win back consumer confidence - shaken by a spate of negative media reports. Norbert Weitkemper, director of global marketing for Cognis Nutrition & Health, told Philippa...
Solbar launches soluble isoflavone extract for dairy
Israeli soy proteins producer Solbar is launching a new soluble soy isoflavone extract that can be added to functional foods including drinks, soy milks and dairy products like milk and yoghurts.
Americans must up calcium and vitamin D intake
Americans were warned last week that unless they up their consumption of calcium and vitamin D, the number of people suffering from osteoporosis and low bone mass is likely to jump, and advised that supplements could be the answer.
False vitamin labelling found on UK juice drink
A British soft drinks company has apologised in court for falsely labelling a fruit juice drink as containing vitamin C, according to press reports.
Innovative sterol combination could enhance efficacy
Blending plant sterols with a fatty acid found in beef tallow may make them both more effective and more versatile for food firms producing cholesterol-lowering products, suggests US research.
Cranberry treatment for herpes?
Alpine cranberries may help to fight infection by the herpes virus, one of the most common viral infections in humans, according to new findings by a Taiwan team.