Archives for January 5, 2010

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Acai benefits cholesterol levels: Rat study

By Stephen Daniells

The pulp of açai berries may counter the effects of a high-fat diet and reduce the risk of developing high blood cholesterol levels, says a new study with rats from Brazil.

UK issues herbal viagra warning

By Shane Starling

Following global product recalls, the UK Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), has warned the public off all herbal products offering to treat erectile dysfunction.

St John’s wort not effective for IBS: Study

By Stephen Daniells

Daily supplements of St John’s wort are not effective for improving symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), according to a new study from the Mayo Clinic.

Alert widens over iodine-tainted soya milk

By Rory Harrington

Ireland has become the latest country to issue a food safety alert over iodine-contaminated soya milk from Japan believed to have sickened 10 people in Australia.