Magnesium may be key to calcium’s cancer benefits: study
The anti-colon cancer effects of calcium may be linked to magnesium levels, suggesting a need for both minerals in reducing the risk of the disease, says a new study.
Archives for November 17, 2008
Naturex has grape expectations
French supplier Naturex is aiming the grape extract it acquired in January to the energy drinks market and shunning the traditional heart health marketing that accompanies antioxidants.
Blackcurrant compounds target Alzheimer’s progression
Armed with a ₤60 million war chest from the Scottish government, researchers in Aberdeen are aiming to slow the progress of Alzheimer’ with bioactive compounds from blackcurrants.
We need to talk about nanofoods, says UK group
UK-based Leatherhead Food International (LFI) has formed a focus group to foster industry-government communication about the use of nanotechnology in foods, beverages and “pharmafoods”.
Tackling obesity is no fair-weather game
The long shadow cast by obesity over public health means that encouraging healthier eating should be high on the agenda of every food firm, come financial rain or shine.