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A new research project is underway that will develop new computational methods for analyzing and integrating different types of data available from an existing cohort of young adults, including continuous glucose measurements, images of meals,...
A new study suggests grape seed extract may improve the delivery of oxygen to working muscles which could lead to performance benefits down the road.
Biofortification of staple foods should be used to support improved global nutrition outcomes, according to Dr Jan Low, Principal Scientist at CGIAR’s International Potato Center and 2016 World Food Prize Laureate.
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Massachusetts-based Conagen has announced the development of kaempferol via fermentation for use in nutrition, beauty, and personal care products.
Titanium dioxide (E171) - a popular additive that confers a bright white shade to frosting and cake decorations - has been banned as a food additive in the EU, with a six-month phasing out period coming into force this month (January 2022) after which a...
Unilever has teamed up with gut microbiome organisation Holobiome to discover ingredients in food and drink that target the gut-brain axis and improve mental wellbeing.
A review concludes that the quality of evidence to support the effectiveness of clove extract, red ginseng and Korean pear juice as hangover cures is low with more rigorous scientific exploration required.
Swedish probiotic brand, BioGaia has bought a majority stake in Nutraceutics Corporation through a share acquisition valued at €8.6m (SEK8.9m) a new share issue of €4.4m (SEK45.4m) and plan to complete a full takeover within seven years.