Archives for May 30, 2005

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Poor glycemic control could make diabetics depressed

A Columbia University study has identified an increased incidence of depression among Hispanic diabetics with poor glycemic control (PGC), which the researchers say could have implications for public health.

Health and beauty products still top advertising breaches

Health and beauty products were responsible for more breaches of the UK's advertising code than any other sector during a six-month period last year, writes Dominique Patton, although compliance in all industries is generally very high.

Oat science leads to new functional foods

Dutch retailer Albert Heijn is launching a bread carrying a cholesterol-lowering health claim based on its oat beta-glucan content, writes Dominique Patton.

Calorie quality, not quantity, for a longer life

It is not how much you eat, but what you eat that could influence life span, say UK researchers, investigating how calorie quality, not quantity, may dictate longevity, writes Lindsey Partos.