Archives for February 4, 2004

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HCA, better than ephedra?

A proprietary form of the weight loss ingredient hydroxycitric acid (HCA) has been shown to increase fat burning, improve cholesterol levels and reduce body mass index, reports its manufacturer InterHealth Nutraceuticals.

Vitamins found ineffective against recurrent stroke

Taking high-dose vitamins to reduce levels of the amino acid homocysteine, thought to reduce heart disease risk, appears to do little to prevent a second stroke in patients, show results out today from a major international trial.

Onions: peeling away at the health properties

Scientists are one step closer to understanding the health benefits of onions with a new study in Australia revealing the lipid modulating and immunostimulatory properties of the raw brown version.

Irradiated supplements hauled up in Ireland

Herbal supplements available on the Irish market are still being irradiated, contradicting European regulations on the practice and highlighting a lack of traceability on supplement ingredients.

Food consultancy launches Glycemic Index service

UK-based food research institute RSSL is to launch a service to measure the glycemic index of foods, or how carbohydrates in different foods and ingredients can trigger a rise in blood glucose levels in consumers.

Profit hits 10 year high for Hain Celestial

Natural and organic food company Hain Celestial has posted the highest sales and profit levels in its 10 year history for the second quarter on the back of increasing consumer demand for healthy products.

Perrigo beats expectations in 2Q

The US' biggest manufacturer of supermarket brand supplements saw net sales climb 8 per cent in the second quarter to $245.1 million while net income, excluding a one-time income tax benefit, jumped 49 per cent to a record $25.1 million.