Archives for September 30, 2007

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Apples and onions may slash pancreatic cancer risk

By  Stephen Daniells

A diet rich in flavonols from foods such as onions, apples and berries may cut the risk of developing pancreatic cancer by about 25 per cent, a multi-ethnic study has reported.

Carrier system to make omega-3 less fishy

By  Alex McNally

A German company has developed a carrier system which is aimed at improving the absorption of fat soluble nutrients as well as providing a time release capacity.

Jobs go as Raisio plugs cash gap

By  Alex McNally

Raisio has announced a round of job losses in a bid to boost profits in the wake of this summer's financial results, which saw a shortfall in its ingredients arm by nearly €4m.

Vitasoy promotes the bean for breast health

By  Clarisse Douaud

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness month and Vitasoy is trying to undo what it says is a misperception regarding soy and breast cancer.