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A compound found in the peels of citrus fruit has the potential to lower cholesterol more effectively than some prescription drugs, and without side effects, according to a study by US and Canadian researchers.
Walnut consumption lowers total cholesterol levels as well as LDL or "bad" cholesterol. This may be due to the walnuts rich source of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) which can also improve vascular function, aiding the prevention of heart disease and stroke.
Probiotics in capsule form have been around for a few years, as dietary supplement manufacturers seek to take advantage of the growing awareness of their beneficial effect on gut health. But some consumers do not like taking capsules, prompting Danish...
People who shift their caffeine 'buzz' from a morning dose to small amounts consumed throughout the day could avoid falling asleep, may perform well on cognitive tests, and sleep soundly at night.
Last year Denmark became the first country in the world to ban trans fats from food products over fears these hydrogenated fats could contribute to heart disease. While the EU has yet to reach a position on the labelling of these artery-clogging fats,...
A compound found in the peels of citrus fruit has the potential to lower cholesterol more effectively than some prescription drugs, and without side effects, according to a study by US and Canadian researchers.
A highly complex web of signals in the brain that are vulnerable to a single error could explain why some overweight people cannot shed the kilos through simple diet and exercise. This is what UK scientists said as they unveiled brand new research for...
The recent escalation of raw material, manufacturing, energy and packaging costs will result in an increase in price for soy protein ingredients, says the Solae company, as soybean prices hit 15 year highs and the firm passes rises onto the market.