Finland refutes PAH margarine findings
Levels of carcinogenic PAHs in margarines are within recommended limits, despite conflicting findings from a Swedish consumer organisation, said Finland's national food agency this week.
Archives for June 25, 2003
Passive smokers low in folate
Exposure to cigarette smoke may sap blood levels of folate, the vitamin thought to protect against birth defects and reduce risk of some cancers, reported researchers.
Hopes pinned on local Mediterranean produce
The health benefits of foods eaten in Mediterranean countries are going to be explored in new research to improve understanding of the diet famous for its link to low rates of cardiovascular disease.
Highly bioavailable folate from Source Naturals
Supplement maker Source Naturals has introduced a folate supplement which it claims is more readily absorbed by the body. The product is designed for people who are unable to process the essential vitamin folate efficiently.
Arginine may help treat pulmonary hypertension in sickle cell patients
Supplements of oral arginine reduced pulmonary hypertension by 15 per cent after five days of therapy in sickle cell patients, report researchers in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine this week.
Carbolite cereal bars change texture and taste
Carbolite Foods has introduced sugar-free, low-carbohydrate cereal bars, said to be lighter and tastier than the first generation nutrition bars.
Male obesity upping cancer risk
An alarming increase in obesity in UK men is placing many at an increased risk of a number of cancers, with a diet full of junk food and lack of exercise cited as the main culprits, revealed a Cancer Research report yesterday.
RiceX builds manufacturing facility in Central America
The RiceX Company is to manufacture a nutrition drink for children from a new facility in Central America. The plant will be funded by a $6 million loan from the government agency the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC).
Pan warning reaches Canada
Metagenics is withdrawing a fatty acid supplement made by Pan Pharmaceuticals, the Australian firm involved in a major recall last month due to major safety concerns, from the Canadian market.