Mothers' milk protein linked to obesity risk
Human milk has long been thought to have an effect on reducing the likelihood of obesity among adults, but scientists have struggled to say exactly why this is the case - until now.
Archives for May 2, 2004
St. John's wort fails to meet quality standards
St. John's wort supplements, which can be taken to treat depression, do not meet quality standards according to researchers whose findings prove just how differing health supplements are in their contents and quality.
Australia clears prebiotic sweetener for 'unlimited' use in foods
Danish ingredients firm Arla Food Ingredients has moved into another new market with its low-calorie bulk sweetener, tagatose, as the food watchdog for Australia and New Zealand gives the green light for its use in foods that span from cereals to ice...
Record results for Nutraceutical International
Nutraceutical International Corporation - one of the US' largest manufacturers and marketers of branded supplements - has announced record results for the second quarter of 2004. Record sales for the company's first half were attributed to the...
Scientists probe link between obesity and eating patterns
As society ponders the reasons for the rising tide of obesity in children, researchers in the US suggest that the 'striking alterations' in children's meal patterns over the past 20 years may not be related to the current trend toward weight increases...
Common laws for ingredients bring growth in west for accession ten
On 1 May an historic moment marked the entry of ten countries and 75 million consumers into the European Union. Churchill's 'Iron Curtain' has been consigned to the history books, heralding democracy, stability and prosperity for the eight...
Soy, not so good for men?
Taking supplements of soy isoflavones, thought to help women fight menopause symptoms and offer other health benefits, may not be equally beneficial for men, suggests new animal research.
Soy peptide stops tumor growth?
A soy ingredient used extensively in supplements could hold the power to inhibit the growth of tumor cells, says Chinese biotech firm American Oriental Bioengineering, announcing new findings for soybean protein peptides.