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A deficiency of the mineral zinc may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease through inflammation and a decreased level of compounds that protect against atherosclerosis, indicates a new study in mice.
EuroPharma is introducing an innovative joint care ingredient derived from rose hip to the US market, claimed to be even more effective than glucosamine. The arrival of Litozin is particularly timely as osteoarthritis sufferers are seeking out natural...
Grain sorghum compounds could be used as food ingredients or dietary supplements to manage cholesterol levels, say US researchers.
Irish authorities are proposing new labeling for glucosamine supplements in dosages of 1500mg or more to warn consumers that the safety intake above this level has not been assessed.
Martek Biosciences has released its third quarter financial results, with a steep 17 percent drop in sales. But although operating income also took a dive, the poor quarter is not a sign of waning interest in nutritional oils. Rather, customers are...
Dutch retailer Albert Heijn is adding a 'healthy choice' symbol to more than 1000 of its own-brand products later this month to reach consumers confused by healthy eating messages.
Developing healthier foods is not only key to stronger sales for food makers but it also boosts a firm's financial value, as investors increasingly consider it an important element of corporate sustainability.