Archives for March 9, 2007

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More evidence for Pycnogenol endometriosis benefit

By  Jess Halliday

A new study examining the potential of Pycnogenol to reduce endometriosis has yielded positive results, building the data to support the antioxidant pine extract's use in addressing the condition.

Omega-3 may build grey matter, study

By  Jess Halliday

A study presented this week proposes a mechanism by which omega-3 intake could have a bearing on a person's mood and outlook.

Artemis builds berry extracts with Linnea

By  staff reporter

Artemis has signed an agreement with Linnea for the promote and sale of its berry extracts and PhytoSolutions formulations, in order to extend distribution in North America and the rest of the world.

Tesco raises the bar on milk prices

By  Chris Mercer

Milk producers in the UK have given a cautious welcome to milk price rises announced by Tesco this week, in the latest development on dairy farmer incomes.

Monsanto, Solae joint forces for omega-3 from GM soy

By  Jess Halliday

Monsanto and The Solae Company have announced a collaboration over the development of omega-3 from genetically-modified soy beans, which could speed up the availability of the healthy ingredient from new non-marine sources.

Vitamin D level reassessment high priority, say experts

By  Stephen Daniells

International agencies should reassess as a matter of high priority dietary recommendations for vitamin D, experts have said, because current advice is outdated and puts the public at risk of deficiency.