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Green tea extracts fail to protect skin against UV
A combination of green tea extracts and vitamin C may not protect skin from sun burn, says a new double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial from England.
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Polish selenium supplements not always what they seem
Selenium supplement content labels are often inaccurate or incomplete, say researchers looking at 86 products available on the Polish market.
Vitamin C intake linked to lower risk of heart disease and early death
People with high levels of vitamin C from the intake of fruit and vegetables may have a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease and early death, suggest researchers.
Child’s play: EFSA approves immune and metabolism health claims, rejects colic discomfort
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has approved three children’s health claims for immune health and energy-yielding metabolism but rejected a fourth infant claim for the reduction of gastrointestinal discomfort.
What’s next for protein?
Meat and dairy consumption has fallen from favour in many European countries and consumers are increasingly on the lookout for foods and drinks high in plant-based protein, according to Mintel analysts.
Kyowa’s Sustamine may delay onset of exhaustion during exercise: Study
Consuming a sports drink containing the dipeptide L-Alanyl-L-Glutamine during strenuous exercise increase endurance and lengthen time to fatigue, says a new study using Kyowa Hakko’s Sustamine ingredient.