Higher protein levels could strengthen bones
High protein diets may in fact boost bone health, shows new research, that contradicts fears by nutritionists that increasing protein intake could lead to calcium losses.
Archives for April 4, 2004
B12 supplements needed in those at high risk for Alzheimer's
Low levels of vitamin B12 are associated with poorer memory in older people with high risk for Alzheimer's, according to a large Swedish study, thought to be one of the first to examine how the relationship between diet and genes can affect cognition...
High protein promotes bone health
High protein diets may in fact boost bone health, shows new research, that contradicts fears by nutritionists that increasing protein intake could lead to calcium losses.
New low-carb products add weight to fat debate
The low-carb revolution took another step in overall domination of the food market with the opening of a superstore specifically catering for the millions of Americans who are currently following a reduced carbohydrate-eating plan.
Enzyme technology raises probiotic stability for Rhodia
Rhodia Food has gained rights to a new bacterial stabilisation system that allows freeze-dried probiotics to be stored at room temperature with guaranteed stability of up to two years, according to the firm.
WalMart takes on low-carb juice
Building up a market position through direct contact with the consumer and cashing in on the growing low carbohydrate fad, ingredients firm Arla Food Ingredients will see its low-cal, low-carb tagatose sweetener emblazoned on the packaging of a new...
Grape seed extract for weight loss?
Grape seed extract could be a useful weight management supplement, suggests a small study, the first to test the effects of the extract on calorie intake in people.
Overseal drives into US natural colours
Natural colours UK firm Overseal Foods is set to carve a deeper position in the US market, signing a new distribution deal with US company RFI Ingredients and meeting growing demand for natural colouring foodstuffs, writes Lindsey Partos.