Omega-3 may slash risk of heart failure: Study
Increased intakes of fatty fish, and the omega-3s they contain, may reduce a woman’s risk of heart failure by about 25 per cent, according to new findings from the US and Sweden.
Archives for April 5, 2010
Finland proposes a doubling of Vit D dose for elderly
In recommendations published by Finland’s National Nutrition Council last week, the intake level of vitamin D for people over 60 years of age should be 20 micrograms (mcg) per day, double the current levels of 10mcg daily for this age group.
UK recalls toxic herb supplements
Chinese herbal products containing a banned botanical ingredient called Aristolochia have been recalled by UK authorities, although they remain on-market.
DRINKSINGREDIENTS2010: Introducing the industry's first virtual trade show
BeverageDaily.com is launching the first virtual conference and expo dedicated to drink ingredients and formulation.
Red yeast rice effective where statins fail: Study
Dietary supplements of red yeast rice may lower LDL cholesterol levels by 21 per cent, and offer a blood lipid lowering alternative for people intolerant to statins, says a new study.
Slimmer cans could lead to bigger waistlines
Soft drink makers could end up swallowing a £10m bill for no good reason by embracing the Food Standards Agency (FSA) recommendations for new slim-line 250ml drinks.