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Selenium supplements linked to high cholesterol

17-Nov-2009 - /L) there was an increase in the average total cholesterol level of 8 per cent (0.39 mmol/L (i.e. 15.1 mg Lipid Profile in British Adults Authors: S. Stranges, M. Laclaustra, C Ji, F.P. Cappuccio, A. Navas

Sterols do not affect antioxidant defences: Study

16-Nov-2009 - of fat-soluble vitamins. According to results of a new randomised parallel trial from Valencia, Spain enriched with plant sterols” Authors: C. Banuls, M.L. Martinez-Triguero, A. Lopez-Ruiz, C. Morillas, R

Bilberries may prevent artery hardening, boost heart health

09-Nov-2009 - Effects of Bilberry Extracts in Apo E-Deficient Mice” Authors: Aurelie Mauray, D. Milenkovic, C. Besson 's Extracyn bilberry extract. The team used apolipoprotein-E-deficient mice, putting the animals

Call for stricter monitoring of folic acid intake

09-Nov-2009 - of folic acid intake. “It is also important to distinguish between different sources of folic acid, i.e of the vitamin used in fortification programmes worldwide, as well as in supplements and other fortified foods

Maternal folic acid – pregnancy stage may influence asthma risk

05-Nov-2009 - of the vitamin, and respiratory health is not clear cut, with contradictory results reported in the literature. A . 1253-1259.e2). However, a Norwegian study reported that folic acid supplements during the first

Wild seeks guidance to validate immune boosting claim

04-Nov-2009 - .5 g/l grape seed extract, and 0.05 g/l shiitake extract, 200 mg/l vitamin C, some additives ... immune, Wild, pathogens, EFSA, NDA, green tea, shiitake, vitamin C, grape skin extract

Low vitamin D again linked to higher mortality

03-Nov-2009 - Low vitamin D again linked to higher mortality ... Low blood levels of vitamin D have again been linked to lower survival in the elderly – a study which strengthens calls to confirm if vitamin D supplements could offer protection. ... Low blood levels of vitamin D have again been linked to lower survival in the elderly – a study which strengthens calls to confirm if vitamin D supplements could offer protection. ... , and the US report that low blood levels of the sunshine vitamin are associated with increased risk of all whether vitamin D supplementation reduces mortality and/or cardiovascular diseases in persons with vitamin ... vitamin D, cardiovascular disease

Folic acid shows benefits for diabetic heart health

02-Nov-2009 - reported previously, and are linked to the B vitamin’s effects on homocysteine levels, an amino acid that involves eNOS – a molecule that promotes dilation of the blood vessels and prevents clotting – and Akt – a

Folic acid and colon cancer: Some benefits and no harm

30-Oct-2009 - .A. Platz, W.C. Willett, C.S. Fuchs, J. Selhub, B.A. Rosner, D.J. Hunter, E. Giovannucci vegetables, chick peas and lentils, while folic acid is the synthetic, bioavailable form of the vitamin used

Maternal folic acid, iron linked to better baby survival

30-Oct-2009 - zinc, the fourth received multiple micronutrients, and the final group received vitamin A and acted Nepal: A Prospective Follow-up in a Randomized, controlled Community Trial” Authors: P. Christian, C

Demand for nutraceutical ingredients to reach $21.8bn by 2013

12-Nov-2009 - , probiotics and phytosterols and vitamins A, E and D. Also included in its most promising category

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Swine flu prompts Kellogg to quit Rice Krispies immunity claims

05-Nov-2009 - , continue to provide the increased amounts of vitamins A, B, C and E (25% Daily Value) that the cereal

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Gelatin plus soy protein may mask bitter taste of caseins

05-Nov-2009 - Taste Of Casein Hydrolysate” Authors: C.S. Favaro-Trindade, A.S. Santana, E.S Monterrey-Quintero, M

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P&G to work with FDA over 'illegal' Vicks cold product

04-Nov-2009 - the issues that caused the regulator to issue a warning letter over vitamin C-fortified cold and flu remedies. ... the issues that caused the regulator to issue a warning letter over vitamin C-fortified cold and flu remedies. ... FDA guidelines and regulations” about the products in question - Vicks DayQuil Plus Vitamin C and Vicks Nyquil Plus Vitamin C. She said her company wanted to better understand the regulations ... vitamin C, FDA, combination products

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New method to inhibit E. coli in sprouts

02-Nov-2009 - New method to inhibit E. coli in sprouts ... of fresh produce such as alfalfa seeds in terms of Listeria, Salmonella and E. coli contamination, claims ... of fresh produce such as alfalfa seeds in terms of Listeria, Salmonella and E. coli contamination, claims ... , the maximum reduction level of E. coli O157:H7 was 3.51 CFU/g with SC-CO2 treatment at 15 MPa and 35 °C for 10 and temperatures of 35, 40, or 45°C for five, ten or 15 minutes. The germination percentage was measured after ... Listeria, Salmonella, E-coli

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Processed food could have role in depression, says study

02-Nov-2009 - Some research has suggested a link between nutrients like fatty acids and B vitamins symptoms in middle age Akbaraly, T; Brunner, E; Ferrie, J; Marmot, M; Kivimaki, M; Singh-Maoux, A.

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Coke defends omega-3 superjuice ads

29-Oct-2009 - be found here . The product also contained choline, Vitamins B12, C and E and glucose

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Study tests emulsifier vs. enzyme performance in bread

22-Oct-2009 - products. This means they can be used in ‘clean label’ products that do not list E numbers (additives was put in a prover at 40ºC at 80 per cent humidity until height in the 350g tins reached 10.3cm (around

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Rating foods on nutrition and cost

21-Oct-2009 - , calcium, potassium, magnesium, and vitamins A, C, and E) – and those to limit (saturated fat, added sugars

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E. T. Horn and BASF link on vitamins and carotenoids

16-Oct-2009 - E. T. Horn and BASF link on vitamins and carotenoids ... Californian-based E.T. Horn will distribute BASF vitamins and carotenoids in 11 western ... Californian-based E.T. Horn will distribute BASF vitamins and carotenoids in 11 western ... A BASF spokesperson said E.T. Horn’s knowledge of the area and the fact the two companies already ,” she said. E. T. Horn Nutraceuticals Group president, Kevin Salerno, said the deal helped fill out

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