Archives for December 16, 2002

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A healthy glass of white

White wine can be just as healthy as red, according to researchers from the University of Montpellier in France who have made a Chardonnay with a high polyphenol content.

Food technologists develop fresh fruit bars

US food technologists have developed a snack bar made from pears that stays fresh without artificial preservatives. The new product will be made and marketed by Oregon company HR Mtn. Sun.

Vitamin E supplement from Solanova

Nutritional supplements maker Solanova has launched a full-spectrum, natural Vitamin E, called TocoSential E. The company claims its combination of each of the Vitamin E components helps deliver the optimal antioxidant protection and health benefits...

Tackling the bone health issue

The World Health Organisation has defined osteoporosis as the second leading health care problem after cardiovascular disease. A new European funded project - called 'Osteodiet' - is set to investigate dietary strategies for its prevention.

Dark grape juice inhibits iron uptake

The antioxidants in dark grape juice, noted for their health benefits in fighting heart disease, may have a downside, according to new research. In cell studies, scientists with the US Department of Agriculture and Cornell University found that...

Wassen develops immune booster

UK-based company Wassen International has launched a new one-a-day supplement designed to boost the immune system. 'NutriScience' contains established antioxidants, vitamins A, C and E along with selenium and co-enzyme Q10, and phytochemicals...

Starch neutralizer cuts the fat

A starch neutralizer extracted from the white kidney bean has shown positive results in a trial studying its effects on weight loss, according to supplier of the supplement Pharmachem Laboratories.

Nutraceutical boosts 4Q sales

Nutraceutical International last week reported net sales for the fourth quarter rose to $29.3 million from $24.6 million for the same period last year, despite tough economic conditions. Strong sales boosted net income for the quarter - to $2.8...