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Phytoene and phytofluene, lesser known compounds from tomatoes, also accumulate in significant quantities in key organs, and may play a role in the health benefits previously attributed to lycopene, suggests a new study with rats.
A model which could be used to set the upper limits for minerals and vitamins under EU law has been updated by UK scientists to include more current data and categories for nutrients.
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Following World AIDS Day, the food industry should reflect on its own potential to advance the fight against a disease that continues to sweep a devastating toll.
Increased intake of vitamin K1, and to a lesser extend vitamin D, could protect against inflammation, and positively effect chronic disease risk, suggests a new observational study.