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Young adults who eat frequently at fast-food restaurants gain more weight and have a greater increase in insulin resistance in early middle age, according to a large multi-center study published in the January 1 issue of The Lancet.
Curcumin, the yellow pigment in curry spice, is to be investigated for its potential in prevention of Alzheimer's disease after tests on mice found it to be more effective than drugs currently being investigated for treatment.
There is little evidence to support the use of many commercial weight loss programmes, according to a study in the US, which suggests that the search for new, more effective methods will continue to preoccupy dieters.
The UK's medicines regulator is setting up a new herbal medicines advisory committee to provide it with expert advice on herbal medicines in anticipation of the forthcomin European traditional medicinal herbal products directive.
There is little evidence to support the use of many commercial weight loss programs, according to a study in the US, which suggests that the search for new, more effective methods will continue to preoccupy dieters.
Foods that can help control the common incidence of blood pressure offer growing opportunities for industry, and a recent study boosts the case revealing that children who consistently eat more servings of dairy foods, fruits and vegetables may have...