Archives for October 10, 2004

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Med diet may reduce gallstone risk

A diet rich in polyunsaturated and monosaturated fats, such as those typically found in the Mediterranean diet, may not only protect heart health but could also reduce the risk of gallstones, according to a new study.

Frutarom investigates slimming effects of mate

Plant extracts company Frutarom Switzerland has carried out new research to support the weight-loss effects of its mate product, a herb becoming increasingly popular in the supplements category.

Whole Foods Market goes gluten-free

A new bakehouse to be used exclusively to make gluten-free products for those with special dietary needs has been opened by US-based natural and organic supermarket Whole Foods Market, giving the company a lead in providing fresh produce for this...

Hain Celestial launches new functional cereals

Natural Foods Group Hain Celestial has introduced two new functional cereals designed to contribute to the development and maintenance of a healthy body, namely bone health and the immune system.

'Smart carb' bar brought to market

Canadian company Solo GI Nutrition is launching what it claims to be the first line of food bars containing "smart carbohydrates".