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Med diet cuts breast cancer risk in older women, says study
19-Oct-2009 - Adherence to a Mediterranean diet along with avoidance of Western-type foods may contribute to a reduction in postmenopausal breast cancer risk, claims new French study.
Chitosan marine compound claimed to remedy obesity
19-Oct-2009 - A compound derived from the shells of crabs, shrimps and other sea crustaceans could tackle obesity, according to recent research results presented by the Irish government-funded Marine Functional Foods Research Initiative or NutraMara project in Dublin.
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Vitamin D researchers win DSM nutrition prize
16-Oct-2009 - Professors Michael Holick of Boston University and Heike A. Bischoff-Ferrari of the University of Zurich have won this year’s DSM Nutrition Award for their contributions vitamin D research.
Antioxidant OPCs may boost memory: Animal study
16-Oct-2009 - Supplements of oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPCs) improved memory in animals with age-related cognitive decline, says a new study from Japan and Korea.
Omega-3 may protect healthy men from chest pains
16-Oct-2009 - Increased intakes of omega-3 fatty acids EPA, DPA, and DHA may protect men against acute coronary syndrome (ACS), says a new study.
CoQ10 may protect against obesity problems: Study
15-Oct-2009 - Supplements of coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) may protect or retard the development of fatty liver related to obesity, suggest findings from an animal study.
Resistant starch and wheat bran may boost bowel habits
15-Oct-2009 - Increased intakes of resistant starch and wheat bran may improve regular bowel habits in healthy adults, say findings from a new study funded by Tate & Lyle.
Green tea extracts may slow smokers’ lung damage
14-Oct-2009 - Daily consumption of a Chinese green tea extract may slow the damage of cigarette smoke in the lungs, according to results from a rat study from Hong Kong.
Lallemand puts spotlight on immune-benefits for probiotics
14-Oct-2009 - Immune health from gut health is not too obscure for consumers, but work needs to be done on identifying the mechanisms involved, said the conclusions from a two-day meeting in Toulouse.
Green tea may ease mental distress: Study
13-Oct-2009 - Drinking five cups of green tea per day may reduce the incidence of psychological distress by 20 per cent, says a new study from Japan.
Antioxidants may protect pilots from DNA damage
13-Oct-2009 - Increased intakes of vitamins C and E and other antioxidants from the diet may protect against DNA damage in people exposed to ionizing radiation such as pilots, says a new study.
B vitamins fail to reduce heart-health problems: Cochrane Review
12-Oct-2009 - Supplements of B6, B12 or folate do not affect cardiovascular health, despite lowering homocysteine levels, says a prestigious Cochrane review.
Vitamin D recommendations don’t prevent elderly falls: Meta-analysis
12-Oct-2009 - Existing recommendations for vitamin D are inadequate to prevent falls amongst the elderly, according to a new meta-analysis from a team of international scientists.
Snack Size Science: Hearing about folate’s benefits
09-Oct-2009 - NutraIngredient’s Snack Size Science brings you the week's top science every two weeks. This week we look at how folate in green leafy vegetables and fortified flours may protect against hearing loss.
Freeze-dried strawberries may slash cholesterol levels
09-Oct-2009 - Supplements of a freeze-dried strawberry may improve cholesterol levels by about five per cent, according to a study with overweight women.
Omega-3 may prevent age-related sight loss
08-Oct-2009 - Increased intakes of omega-3 fatty acids may reduce the risk of developing age-related blindness by 30 per cent, says a new study from the US National Eye Institute.
Inulin-polyphenol innovation may offer weight loss opportunities
08-Oct-2009 - A combination of inulin fibre, green coffee polyphenols, and nut polyphenols could help with weight loss, in addition to promoting digestive comfort, according to its inventor.
New study supports antioxidant supplements for ageing skin
07-Oct-2009 - Taking a dietary supplement containing coenzyme Q10 and a selection of antioxidants and minerals can decrease skin roughness and fine wrinkles, according to a recent study.
Milk protein may protect premature babies from infection
07-Oct-2009 - Supplements of the milk protein lactoferrin alone or in combination with a probiotic the reduced incidence of infection in pre-term babies, says a new study.
Folate may prevent hearing loss in men
07-Oct-2009 - Increased intakes of folate and folic acid may reduce the risk of hearing loss in men by 20 per cent, says a new study from the US.
Fibre may replace trans-fats for snack formulations
06-Oct-2009 - Inulin can replace trans-fatty acids in snack food formulations, turning it into a healthy snack with good consumer acceptance, says a new study from Brazil.
Med-style diet may battle depression
06-Oct-2009 - Consuming a Mediterranean-style diet, rich in vegetables, fruits and nuts, olive oil, and legumes, may prevent depression, according to a new study from Spain.
Lecithin may boost fruit juice, sauce quality: Study
05-Oct-2009 - Formulating processed fruit and vegetable products with soy lecithin may enhance not only the physico-chemical properties, but also the nutritional profile, says a new study.
Chilli extract may prevent obesity complications: Study
05-Oct-2009 - Dietary intakes of capsaicin, the compound that gives red pepper its heat, may prevent the development of diabetes-like symptoms in obese people, says a new study with mice.
Meta-analysis supports safety of soy, red clover
02-Oct-2009 - Phytoestrogens like soy and red clover isoflavones pose no safety issues with regards to heart health and breast cancer risk, according to a new meta-analysis from Austria.
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