UK targets 20% calorie reduction by 2024
UK regulators want a 20% reduction the calorie content of certain “popular foods” by 2024 as part of the government’s drive to tackle obesity.
Archives for March 6, 2018
Could fish oil help autism symptoms in toddlers born prematurely?
Supplementation with long-chain omega-3 oils and gamma linoleic acid (GLA) could help reduce autism symptoms in toddlers born pre-term, new research hints.
Consuming fiber and protein-enriched fruit bread could curb appetite: Study
Researchers from the University of Granada (UGR) have found a cereal-based bread enriched with soluble fiber, proteins and dried fruit could alleviate hunger.
Calcium supplements linked to increased risk of pre-cancerous colon polyps
Calcium supplements, with or without vitamin D, could heighten the risk of developing a type of polyp that commonly develops into colorectal cancer, warn researchers.
'Good diet' doesn't compensate for salt blood pressure effects: Study
Eating an otherwise healthy diet cannot counteract the harmful of sodium on blood pressure (BP), say researchers.
Deep ocean minerals have sports supplement potential for middle-aged men: Study
Minerals and trace elements from deep oceans may have potential as supplement ingredients to improve the response and recovery of middle-aged men during and after exercise, according to a study led by the University of Taipei.
Blood pressure-lowering effect of astaxanthin may help fight type 2 diabetes: Iran RCT
Astaxanthin supplementation may benefit type 2 diabetics by lowering their blood pressure and enhancing their glucose metabolism, say researchers in Iran.