Vitamin D supplements may not improve cholesterol: Study
Supplementation with vitamin D may have no short-term benefits in terms of reducing cholesterol, according to new research that may overturn previous research findings.
Archives for September 4, 2012
Organic nutrition: Does it really matter?
Yesterday a large scale scientific review revealed that organic produce may not be more nutritious than ‘conventionally’ produced goods. But since that isn’t the main reason people buy them, does it really even matter?
BASF ups vitamin B2 price 10% as raw material costs escalate
Chemicals company BASF has increased the price of its vitamin B2 products by 10% in response to volatile crude soy bean oil prices due to drought.
Spain and the Netherlands warn against DMAA
Spanish and Dutch authorities have added to the growing list of countries issuing warnings against the pre-workout and weight loss stimulant, DMAA (dimethylamylimine/ methylhexanamine).
Berry pigments show heart health benefits
Increased intakes of anthocyanins – antioxidant pigments from fruit and vegetables – may reduce blood vessel hardening and improve overall heart health, says a new study.