Something fishy about omega-3?
The market for foods fortified with these fatty acids is growing fast, but caveat emptor: not all omega-3 is created equal. Jess Halliday asks whether consumers are getting a good deal.
Archives for June 1, 2005
Childhood obesity figures provide new impulse for obesity strategy
Around half a million European children are suffering from health problems often associated with later life because they are overweight or obese, a European congress on obesity heard yesterday.
Prebiotic shown to increase bone mineral density
A daily prebiotic supplement helps to increase bone mineral density, shows new research funded by inulin maker Orafti.
Nutrition approach to CV disease gains weight
The risk factors and symptoms associated with peripheral vascular disease and intermittent claudication can be reduced by better nutrition, say Spanish researchers in a study published in this month's Journal of Nutrition.
FSA starts new work on nutrient profiling
The UK's food authority has commissioned new work to improve its nutrient profiling model designed for children's foods, writes Dominique Patton.
China pulls milk formula from supermarkets shelves
Nestle has launched an investigation into its milk products, after a type of baby powder sold in Chinese supermarkets failed to meet national standards over iodine content, reports Claire Johnston.
Almond flavonoids keep cholesterol levels down, animal study
The flavonoids in almond skins may be responsible for the nuts' positive effect on cholesterol levels, shows new research that tested their antioxidant capacity on animals.