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Increased iron intake can reduce Parkinson’s risk: Meta-analysis

Shane.STARLING@wrbm.com (Shane STARLING) — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 12:53:20 +0200

Increasing iron intake by 10 micrograms per deciliter of blood can reduce the likelihood of developing Parkinson’s disease by 3%, Italian researchers have concluded after performing an extensive literature review.

Synbiotic supplements may influence metabolic status for diabetics: RCT data

Stephen.DANIELLS@wrbm.com (Stephen DANIELLS) — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 19:46:19 +0200

A combination of probiotics and prebiotics may reduce levels of markers of inflammation and oxidative stress, suggest findings of a new study publishing in the journal Clinical Nutrition.

Vitamin D slashes blood pressure and CVD risk, study confirms

Shane.STARLING@wrbm.com (Shane STARLING) — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 11:11:54 +0200

There is a direct and causal relationship between vitamin D status, high blood pressure and the risk of heart attack and stroke, according to new genetic research data.

CLA community hits back at safflower oil claims: "Science wise, safflower oil is not a serious alternative to CLA for improved body composition"

Stephen.DANIELLS@wrbm.com (Stephen DANIELLS) — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 23:21:55 +0200

Leading CLA researchers and suppliers have slammed product claims that safflower oil is superior to CLA (conjugated linoleic acid) for reducing 'belly' fat, as the CLA community unites to set the record straight on the science.

What are the top 10 natural and organic food trends that will influence the mainstream? From novel nut butters to purple corn

Elaine.WATSON@wrbm.com (Elaine WATSON) — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 21:54:48 +0200

Gourmet nut butters, pea protein, purple corn, yogurt for men and more chewy drinks? Sterling-Rice Group identifies the top 10 natural and organic food trends that are starting to influence the mainstream grocery market.

Is ATP + HMB an ideal combination to create a ‘new and untapped category in sports’?

Stephen.DANIELLS@wrbm.com (Stephen DANIELLS) — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 01:54:10 +0200

Supplements containing a combination of the leucine metabolite beta-hydroxy-beta-methylbutyrate (HMB) and adenosine-triphosphate (ATP) may boost lean body mass and strength, says a new study.

Omega-3 heart health claims win EU approval

Shane.STARLING@wrbm.com (Shane STARLING) — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 12:51:31 +0200

Three heart health claims for omega-3 forms EPA and DHA have entered EU law books after years of debate among member states about over-consumption hazards.

UK omega-3 heart attack revision 'disappointing and somewhat misguided'

Shane.STARLING@wrbm.com (Shane STARLING) — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 11:37:02 +0200

A public body that advises the UK National Health Service (NHS) has revised its position that heart attack patients can benefit from omega-3 consumption to prevent further attacks, in a move labeled “misguided” by the omega-3 sector.

Frozen broccoli lacks ability to form healthy compound: Study

Nathan.GRAY@wrbm.com (Nathan GRAY) — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 12:44:04 +0200

Commercially available frozen broccoli almost entirely lacks the ability to form the beneficial compound sulforaphane from the phytonutrient glucoraphanin, according to new research.

Eye-catching study suggests 5-Hour Energy boost barely beats caffeine alone

Ben.BOUCKLEY@wrbm.com (Ben BOUCKLEY) — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 12:12:05 +0200

A preliminary study in the US assessing the efficacy of 5-Hour Energy found that the energy shot did not ‘significantly improve’ brain activity and reaction times versus plain water with added caffeine.

EU health claims for fructose and alpha-cyclodextrin become law

Caroline.SCOTT-THOMAS@wrbm.com (Caroline SCOTT-THOMAS) — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 11:49:57 +0200

Two ingredients – fructose and alpha-cyclodextrin – can now carry claims that they lead to a lower blood glucose rise, as the European Union adopts its latest batch of article 13 health claims.

Cocoa may help control diabetes, claims mice study

Oliver.NIEBURG@wrbm.com (Oliver NIEBURG) — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 13:05:44 +0200

Research by Penn State University has found that mice fed cocoa have a reduced risk of obesity-related inflammation and type-2 diabetes.

Probiotic may boost vitamin D levels: First human data

Stephen.DANIELLS@wrbm.com (Stephen DANIELLS) — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 17:07:01 +0200

Daily supplements of probiotic strain Lactobacillus reuteri NCIMB 30242 may boost circulating vitamin D levels in the blood by 25%, say results of a post-hoc analysis of a published randomized controlled trial.

First krill powder study shows potential for metabolic syndrome

Stephen.DANIELLS@wrbm.com (Stephen DANIELLS) — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 16:14:34 +0200

Daily supplements of krill powder may reduce the overactive endocannabinoid system in obese subjects, and offer potential for ameliorating metabolic syndrome, says a small study using Aker BioMarine’s new Superba Krill powder.

Fresh wings: Red Bull slugs EU vitamin B energy health claims

Shane.STARLING@wrbm.com (Shane STARLING) — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 12:12:51 +0200

Energy drink leader Red Bull – previously hit by EU rejection of taurine health claims – is boosting its energy-attention marketing by using approved vitamin B claims.

Bioseutica sells high-end omega-3 division to German equity firm; major expansion planned

Shane.STARLING@wrbm.com (Shane STARLING) — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 12:01:57 +0200

Swiss nutra and pharma ingredient player Bioseutica has sold 85% of its KD Pharma high-end omega-3 business to German equity firm Capiton. Serious expansion is planned.

EFSA extends application deadline for ANS and CEF Panels

Caroline.SCOTT-THOMAS@wrbm.com (Caroline SCOTT-THOMAS) — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 13:36:20 +0200

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has extended the deadline for applications to two expert scientific panels to July 1.

Infant formula use linked to 'metabolic stress' and later disease risks: Study

Nathan.GRAY@wrbm.com (Nathan GRAY) — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 12:34:24 +0200

Infants that are fed formula rather than breast milk may experience metabolic stress that plays a role in long suggested long-term risks for obesity, diabetes and other diseases, say researchers.

One more time: US Army/ NSF analysis shows DMAA not in geranium

Stephen.DANIELLS@wrbm.com (Stephen DANIELLS) — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 01:35:11 +0200

A new analysis from US Army scientists and NSF International finds, yet again, that controversial compound DMAA (1,3 dimethylamylamine) is not found in geranium. The analysis supports FDA conclusions that the evidence is ‘insufficient’ to support the use of DMAA as an ingredient in dietary supplements.

Boweled over! Prunes win official EU health claim passage

Shane.STARLING@wrbm.com (Shane STARLING) — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 13:38:42 +0200

Prunes sold across the European Union can claim they contribute to “normal bowel function”, making the fruits the first whole fruit to win a claim under the EU’s new food marketing rules.