Prisoners given supplements in new trial
An Oxford University study being conducted in three UK prisons is investigating the link between nutrition and behaviour.
Archives for September 8, 2008
Consumers’ moods can inform flavour development, says analyst
Food manufacturers are well aware that, in order for a product to succeed, they must understand consumer wants and needs. But according to a new paper from Frost & Sullivan, they need to delve even deeper into the link between flavours and emotions.
Frutarom targets elderly with ‘50plus’
Israeli supplier Frutarom has launched a ‘proactive concept’ targeting baby boomers that couples condition-specific ingredients with product templates and marketing assistance.
Omega-3: Lifelong intakes necessary for benefits in old age?
Higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids, particularly EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid), may decrease the risk of dementia, and improve survival in older people, suggest three new studies.
Vitamin B12 may protect against brain shrinkage
Vitamin B12 may protect against brain volume loss in older people, and ultimately reduce the risk of developing dementia, suggests a new study from the University of Oxford.