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Scientists have provided ‘proof of principle’ that a type of spectroscopy can rapidly detect the presence of the banned substance sibutramine – the most prolific adulterant in weight loss food supplements. They say it can be a game-changer for the border...
Supplements of fish oil may beneficially modify markers of endothelial health, says a new study from scientists from the University of Reading, UK.
Dispatches from Euro Fed Lipid Congress, Montpellier
Rothamsted Research has achieved omega-3 levels comparable to fish oil in its first GM camelina harvest, something which has been surprisingly well received by the public, its senior researcher says.
China
Chinese food authorities are stopping many of their citizens from gaining access to the best quality health supplements as a result of their onerous approvals process, according to one British company.
Italian and Australian researchers say they have developed pasta with the same appearance and taste as regular pasta – but with 20% more fibre.
Supplements of calcium or non-dairy products fortified with the mineral may reduce the risk of colorectal cancer, according to meta-analysis of prospective observational studies by researchers at Harvard School of Public Health.
Daily doses of probiotics plus vitamin C can reduce flu incidence and missed school days by more than 30%, according to researchers.