Fruit phenols may have metabolic syndrome benefits
Phenolic compounds found in stone fruits could act as a synergistic ‘weapon’ against metabolic syndrome, according to new research.
Archives for June 18, 2012
Vitamins C & E may benefit women on oral contraceptives
Supplements of vitamins C and E may protect against the increase in markers of oxidative stress in women receiving oral contraceptives, says a new study.
Dispatches from Israel
Frutarom partners Novel Creation on liquid supplements
Frutarom Health has brought its flavours expertise to the supplements market, teaming up with Novel Creation to launch a line of liquid supplements for consumers pursuing a healthy lifestyle.
Dispatches from Vitafoods Europe 2012
Nutraceutical industry needs new trial design culture: Research veteran
The multi-billion euro global nutraceutical industry will never achieve its potential until it better adapts pharma protocols – and this can be done with food nutrients, says Dr Stephen de Felice, who was the keynote speaker at the recent Vitafoods expo...
EFSA will complete final “50+” second-chance claims at next plenary
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) health claims panel will issue opinions on more than 50 health claim dossiers re-submitted to it in 2011.
Vitamin D and calcium may increase life expectancy in elderly
Supplementation of vitamin D with calcium could help to increase life expectancy in elderly people, whilst vitamin D alone may not, say researchers.
Folate during pregnancy may benefit offspring’s emotions: Study
Low levels of folic acid during pregnancy may increase emotional health problems in children, says a new study.