Biohit Oyj, the Finnish company behind a cysteine chewing gum
unveiled this week that could help reduce the risk of oral cancer
in smokers and drinkers, is looking for partners to help realise
the full potential of its technology...
US scientists report that blueberry extracts inhibited the growth
of liver cancer cells in the lab, potentially adding to the growing
list of health benefits for the 'superfood'.
Annual sales at Cyanotech dropped by three percent, as a 27 percent
hike in fourth quarter sales was not enough to offset issues that
beset the Hawaiian microalgae producer in the second and third
quarters.
A chewing gum with the amino acid cysteine aimed at reducing the
risk of alcohol and tobacco smoking related cancers is expected to
launch to market this year, following extensive research at the
University of Helskinki.
Research into freshness issues associated with broccoli will also
yield varieties that retain their beneficial nutrients for longer,
say scientists from the University of Warwick.
LycoRed is introducing a new version of its Lyc-O-Mato product line
especially designed for liquid and paste applications that could
help manufacturers of tomato-based products boost lycopene content.
Sulphoraphane (SFN) found in cruciferous vegetables such as
broccoli and cauliflower may reduce the risk of hereditary colon
cancer, an animal study has found, giving more evidence to the link
between diet and cancer prevention.
Garlic and onions could help protect against stomach cancer, says a
massive European-based study, but total fruit and vegetable intake
has no benefit for this disease.
People with more magnesium and less copper in their blood could
reduce their risk of death from cancer by as much as 50 per cent,
says a new study from France.
Water-soluble compounds from garlic reduced the size of liver
cancer cells by a factor of three, research that adds to other
anti-cancer studies with garlic, says a new laboratory study from
Italy.
Lycopene could protect against the development of prostate cancer,
says research from India, adding to previous reports linking the
carotenoid to healthier prostates.
Research from Italy has shed light on possible mechanisms for
stopping the growth of prostate cancer by Linnea's HMRlignan, as
the company continues to consolidate the science behind its
product.
Arcadia Biosciences has announced the development of 65 percent
gamma linolenic acid (GLA) safflower seed oil - a development that
will make available a new, economical source of the omega-6 fatty
acid and shake up safflower production...
The benefits of broccoli have been showing up on consumers' health
radar screens recently, and now they will be able to buy CS
Health's Vitalica supplements from retail outlets in the US
following a distribution agreement...
The European inventors of a process for deriving higher yields of
DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) from microalgae have licensed the patent
to Advanced BioNutrition - a deal that could ultimately impact the
human nutrition market for DHA.
A combination of lycopene and vitamin E suppressed the growth of
prostate cancer in mice, but had no effect when used independently,
say Dutch researchers.
Raising the RDA of vitamin D from 400 IU to 1500 IU could cut the
number of deaths from cancer by 30 per cent, say the US scientists
investigating the link between vitamin D levels and cancer risk.
Increased flavonoid intake might offer protection against breast
and ovarian cancer, said scientists at this week's 97th Annual
Meeting of the American Association for Cancer Research.
A review of 18 studies has led researchers to claim that soy
products may protect against breast cancer, but that consumers
should be wary of high-dose supplements - conclusions that have
been questioned by an industry association.
Women who had more exposure to sun during puberty, or who have high
intakes of the vitamin as adults, are less likely to develop breast
cancer, say scientists at today's 97th Annual Meeting of the
American Association for Cancer...
CreAgri's olive-derived Hidrox hydroxytyrosol formulation receives
a distribution boost with the signing of a new agreement with DSM
Nutritional Products.
Omega-3 fatty acids could prevent or inhibit the growth of liver
cancer cells, say researchers from the University of Pittsburgh at
today's annual meeting of the American Association for Cancer
Research.
Raspberries possess about 50 per cent higher antioxidant activity
than strawberries, and storage or processing into jams does not
remove the valuable compounds, as growing consumer awareness of
health benefits drive sales.
Intake of omega-3 fatty acids from oily fish and fish oil
supplements has no effect on mortality, heart disease or cancer,
concludes a new review, but guidelines should continue for
consumption.
Eating a diet with omega-3-rich oily fish could stop the spread of
prostate cancer, but omega-6 fatty acids appear to promote the
spread, says new research.
Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), the main extract from green tea,
improves oxygen flow to tissues deprived of adequate supply, claims
new research from South Korea.
Makers of cherry-based supplements are seeking to meet FDA
marketing standards on their websites by ensuring that any claims
linking cherries and health are 'two clicks' away from sales
pages.
Cyvex Nutrition is expanding its range of broccoli ingredients
after a series of studies revealing the cancer-fighting benefits of
the wonder veg has increased popularity.
Zila has reported a 12 per cent drop in net revenue, as the
nutraceuticals division failed to recuperate from a lavish
marketing spend amid declining factory sales.
Tocotrienols, a form of vitamin E, could stop the spread of cancer
cells, adding to previous studies and drawing attention to this
least studied form of the vitamin.
An intake of antioxidants from different fruit could be more
efficient at protecting against the effects of oxidative stress
than single fruits, says new research using pigs.
A diet rich in lignans could reduce the risk of prostate cancer by
26 per cent, says a new study from Sweden, news that has been
welcomed by a leading lignan manufacturer.
The dust is settling on the WHI trial. First came the news that
low-fat diets didn't reduce the risk of breast or colorectal cancer
or cardiovascular disease, then came news that vitamin D and
calcium supplements don't protect...
A daily supplement of vitamin C can help preserve vitamin E levels
in smokers, a group at risk of low vitamin E levels due to higher
oxidative stress, by 45 per cent.
Men who have diets high in fibre are 29 per cent more likely to be
protected from colorectal cancer than women, a result that may
explain the disagreement between other studies, claims new
research.
Daily supplements of vitamin D and calcium 'had no effect' on the
risk of colorectal cancer, according to a large-scale study from
the US. But an independent cancer expert says these claims should
be interpreted in the light...
The FDA has released draft guidelines on the labeling of food
products containing whole grains, to support the message of the
2005 Dietary Guidelines. Although subject to comments, it seems
'good' and 'excellent'...
Daily supplements of vitamin E and beta-carotene may reduce the
risk of prostate cancer in smokers, but not non-smokers, reports a
new study, adding more contradictory results to an already confused
field.
Five servings of fruit and vegetables per day and a diet low in fat
reduced the risk of breast cancer by nine per cent, a figure
dismissed as not significant and due to 'chance'.
Compounds found in broccoli and soy may help protect against
certain cancers that affect over two million new people every year,
according to a cell culture study.
