Archives for August 11, 2008

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Low vitamin D may increase death risk: study

By Stephen Daniells

Low levels of vitamin D may increase the risk of death from all causes by 26 per cent, suggests a study with 13,000 initially healthy men and women.

CBI fears industry impact of poor science education

By staff reporter

The chief of the Confederation of British Industries is proposing that all high performing 14-16-year olds should study triple science – a message that resonates with concerns over building a suitable skills base for future food industry employees.

British research club to target diet and health

By Stephen Daniells

A new partnership is set to deepen scientific understanding of the link between diet and health, and help food companies address obesity, heart disease, and other health problems.