Nitrates in amaranth boost aerobic performance, study finds
An extract of amaranth was shown to boost the aerobic capacity of young male subjects in a cycling test, a study has found.
Archives for July 14, 2020
ISO’s new infant formula standards set out methods to assess nutrient content
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) publishes new standards that help determine the nutrient makeup of infant formula ensuring compliance with regulations are met.
Bacteria in newborn's stool may indicate risk of obesity
The bacteria found in a baby's first stool can predict its likelihood of becoming overweight by the age of three, according to a new prospective, population‐based study, suggesting a child's risk of obesity may to start during pregnancy.
New evidence: Late night protein won't help control blood sugar after breakfast
Two new studies have shown that late night consumption of protein doesn't help control glyceamic response to the following morning's breakfast, with one showing it may even have a negative effect.
‘Double-edged sword’: Supplement firms need to be wary of China’s new livestreaming regulations
China’s newly introduced regulations on livestreaming marketing is being viewed as a double-edge sword by the supplements and health foods industry.