Vitamin K supplements could improve anti-blood clot control
Daily supplements of vitamin K could help to control anticoagulation in over half the people taking the blood thinning medication warfarin, scientists from the UK have reported.
Archives for November 28, 2006
Nanotechnology risks need more study, German survey finds
Clear definitions, terms and standards as well as far more research into the potential problems of nanotechnology is needed before the science is used to a greater degree in products, according to a consumer survey by Germany's Federal Institute for...
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Folic acid: Sisters aren't doing it for themselves
When the idea of fortifying staple foods with vital nutrients is raised, the battlecry goes up from industry groups and advocates of consumer choice: "Why should we bear the costs?" "Educate, and let people make their own decisions". But when evidence...
Vitiva makes Inolens as carotenoid stabiliser
Vitiva is introducing a new variant of its Inolens rosemary extract aimed at boosting stability of carotenoids and other natural colourings, without the need for synthetic preservatives.
Purac announces lactic acid price hike
Purac has announced sales price increases for lactic acid, lactates, gluconic acid, gluconates and lactitol.
Berry extracts stop cancer cell growth in the lab
Antioxidant-rich extracts from a wide range of berries, including blueberries, strawberries and raspberries, could inhibit cell growth and spread for a wide range of cancers, researchers from UCLA have reported.
Purity provides a hook for fish oil sellers
New European standards and public awareness about contaminants in fish oil are opening up a new marketing angle for omega-3, with both finished product and fish oil companies touting their product's purity.
Bioriginal targets skin health with BioAsteri
Canadian essential fatty acid supplier Bioriginal is riding the nutricosmetics wave and has announced the launch of a range of nutricosmetics containing its proprietary BioAsteri lignans for healthy skin.