Archives for March 6, 2009

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Beta-carotene, lung cancer study flawed: Experts

By Stephen Daniells

A population-based study reporting concerns over beta-carotene and other carotenoids and lung cancer in smokers was based on invalid methodology, questionable statistical evaluations, and speculative explanations, says a German professor.

EFSA OKs new source of niacin for supplements

By Lorraine Heller

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has found that inositol hexanicotinate is a safe source of niacin in food supplements, but cautions that safe upper limits must not be exceeded.