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New probiotic strains will win health claims (but not for 10-15 years): Prof
03-Feb-2012 - Advances in genomics and understanding the human gut microbiota will lead to the discovery of probiotic bacterial strains that will deliver biomarker-measured health benefits – but it may take 10-15 years, according to a leading researcher.
Cocoa offers ‘consistent’ benefits for heart health: Meta-analysis
03-Feb-2012 - Consumption of cocoa and the compounds it contains offer significant and ‘consistent’ benefits to blood flow and blood pressure, says a new meta-analysis of 42 studies.
Resveratrol’s metabolic mechanism pinpointed?
03-Feb-2012 - Researchers from the US National Institutes of Health may have identified the ‘missing link’ that help explains how resveratrol influences metabolism.
Coffee may reduces fibrosis risk in people with liver disease
03-Feb-2012 - High consumption of coffee could hold the key to reducing the risk of advanced fibrosis in those with fatty liver disease, say researchers.
Cranberry shows urinary tract benefits for children: Study
02-Feb-2012 - A glass of cranberry juice per day may reduce the recurrence of urinary tract infections (UTIs) in children by 43%, suggests a new study funded by Ocean Spray.
Potatoes may offer blood pressure benefits
02-Feb-2012 - Purple potatoes that contain high levels of antioxidants could help to lower blood pressure in people with obesity, according to new research.
Meta-analysis supports garlic’s heart benefits
01-Feb-2012 - Daily intake of garlic may reduce cholesterol and triglyceride levels, says a meta-analysis of 26 studies that provides some clarity to the inconsistent clinical trials data.
Flax may fill you up for longer, aid weight management
01-Feb-2012 - University of Copenhagen researchers report that flax fiber consumed in a tablet or as a beverage had similar hunger-suppressing effects, but the greater convenience of the tablets may make them an “attractive alternative” to beverages.
EU project bets €10m on developing “optimal health” biomarkers to win health claims
01-Feb-2012 - The European Union, the Dutch government, academia and companies like Nestlé and DSM have united in two projects backed by €10m in an effort to develop “optimal health” biomarkers in areas like metabolic health that can be used to back health claims.
Decaffeinated coffee may boost brain metabolism and functions: Mouse Study
01-Feb-2012 - Decaffeinated green coffee could help to preserve memory functions by improving energy metabolism in the brain, according to new research in mice.
Maternal omega-3 reduces eczema risk in children: Study
31-Jan-2012 - Supplementation with omega-3 fatty acids during pregnancy could cut the risk of babies developing eczema and egg allergies by over a third, say researchers
Does milk make you a brain box? Research links dairy to stronger mental performance...
31-Jan-2012 - Eating at least one yogurt or drinking a glass of milk each day could have a positive impact on cognitive function, according to a new US study published in the International Dairy Journal.
Researchers develop antioxidant rich purple tomato
31-Jan-2012 - An antioxidant rich purple coloured tomato, that contains high levels of anthocyanins, has been bred by researchers in the USA.
Selenium yeast may reduce joint inflammation: Rodent data
30-Jan-2012 - Supplementing the diet with selenium-enriched yeast may reduce inflammation linked to arthritis, suggests new research from Brazil.
Grape seed extract shows cancer promise: Mouse study
30-Jan-2012 - Polyphenol rich extracts from grape seeds could help to fight of cancers of the head and neck whilst leaving healthy cells unharmed, according to the findings of a ‘dramatic’ new animal study.
Fermented soy’s fat busting potential linked to genes
27-Jan-2012 - The ability of a fermented soy product to reduce body fat levels may be linked to a person’s genetics, says a new study from South Korea.
New standard for vitamin D test promises more accurate results
27-Jan-2012 - Researchers have unveiled the development of new and ‘much-needed’ reference methodolgy that promises to assure more accurate and reliable measurements of vitamin D status.
Bread does not cause bloating, claims study
27-Jan-2012 - The British Nutrition Association has said that there is insufficient evidence that bread causes bloating and gastrointestinal discomfort.
Study unlocks Pycnogenol’s skin health mechanism
26-Jan-2012 - Daily supplements of an extract from French maritime pine bark may boost skin elasticity by 25% and skin hydration by 8%, says a new study.
13% of academics admit knowledge of data falsification: BMJ
26-Jan-2012 - Just days after the nutrition science world was rocked by allegations that a famed veteran resveratrol researcher fabricated data in 26 articles over seven years, a British Medical Journal survey reveals the practice is disturbingly widespread.
Tropical vegetable shows metabolic syndrome promise: Study
26-Jan-2012 - Extracts from the tropical vegetable bitter gourd may help to alleviate the effects and incidence of metabolic syndrome, according to preliminary research.
Fiber may boost pancreatic health: Study
25-Jan-2012 - Increased intakes of fiber may reduce the risk of pancreatic cancer by 60%; with both soluble and insoluble forms offering benefits, suggests a new study from Italy.
Study supports potential anti-cancer effects of selenium-enriched yeast
25-Jan-2012 - Selenium enrichment of yeast changes the expression of certain proteins in the organism, five of which have reported anti-cancer effects, says a new study from Penn State.
Cocoa may prevent intestinal disease: Rat study
25-Jan-2012 - Eating cocoa could help to prevent intestinal disease and complaints linked to oxidative stress, including colon cancer caused by chemical substances, suggests new research in rats.
CoQ10 may enhance anti-inflammatory potential of Med diet
24-Jan-2012 - Supplementing a Mediterranean-style diet with co-enzyme Q10 may reduce markers of inflammation and improve a range of health measures, including heart and joint health.
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