Confusion abounds for adaptogens, says expert
Industry and consumer interest in adaptogens is on the rise, but the list of actual adaptogens may be a lot smaller than many think, says a leading expert.
Archives for January 17, 2018
Calorie caps in processed food: Industry welcomes ‘focus beyond sugar’
Calories in processed foods such as pizzas and readymade sandwiches could be capped in the UK, according to recommendations in an upcoming report by advisory body Public Health England (PHE).
Probiotics in pregnancy could protect against against childhood obesity
Intake of probiotics during pregnancy and breast feeding has been shown to modify genes related to obesity in both themselves and their infants, say researchers.
Lonza’s hopes of an L-carnitine health claim dashed by EFSA
Lonza’s assertion that L-carnitine contributes to normal lipid metabolism was rejected by EU authorities, who could not find a link between the supplement and a ‘beneficial physiological effect.’
Could strict Med diet could lower prostate cancer risk?
Men who adhere closely to a Mediterranean diet could see a lower incidence of aggressive prostate tumours, say researchers.
New NZ study to explore impact of Fonterra's probiotic strain on pre-diabetics
A new study is aiming to find out if Fonterra's probiotic Lactobacillus rhamnosus HN001 can help to prevent diabetes in pre-diabetic individuals.