Probiotic may help manage IBS symptoms, says Institut Rosell
A probiotic formulation developed by French/Canadian company Institut Rosell reduced symptoms associated with IBS in tests on a rat model, writes Dominique Patton.
Archives for July 6, 2005
Walnut advice helps diabetics protect their hearts
Advising type-2 diabetes patients to include walnuts in their diet helps them achieve a dietary fat profile with optimal amounts of polyunsaturated fatty acids, which helps protect against heart disease, say researchers in Australia.
Saw palmetto, nettle root supplement helps urinary tract problems
A saw palmetto and nettle root combination helps to treat urinary tract problems in older men, shows a new study.
Ideasphere bids for bankrupt Metabolife's assets
The fall out over ephedra continues, as Metabolife files for chapter 11 bankruptcy and Ideasphere swoops in with a $23 million bid for its assets, reports Jess Halliday.
Soy protein cuts risk of prostate cancer, finds review
Regular consumption of soy protein-containing foods and beverages may reduce the risk of prostate cancer in men by as much as 30 per cent, according to a new meta-analysis.
Psoriasis trial brings Advitech's XP-828L launch closer
Canadian biotech company Advitech has come a step closer to launching whey-derived XP-828L as an oral alternative to conventional drugs for psoriasis sufferers with the announcement of positive results in a clinical trial to test its safety and...
Copper levels in supplements should be reduced
Regularly taking copper supplements could lead to excess levels of the mineral that may impact health, said a US researcher last week, calling for the current upper safe limit for the mineral to be lowered, reports Dominique Patton.
Calcium reduces osteoporosis risk for women on the Pill
Oral contraceptives may prevent young women from attaining optimal bone mass and increase their chances of developing osteoporosis in later life. But a new study from Purdue University indicates that upping dietary calcium may offset the effects,...