Turmeric slows melanoma growth in lab study
Curcumin, the yellow pigment found in the curry spice turmeric, inhibits melanoma cell growth and kills tumour cells, shows a new study.
Archives for July 10, 2005
Study highlights Pycnogenol's anti-swelling action
Taking maritime pine bark extract before a long-haul flight could help travelers reduce the risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), say researchers in a new study into the effects of Pycnogenol supplementation on leg-swelling.
DHA in mother's milk boosts psychomotor skills
A new study indicates that babies whose mothers supplement their diet with DHA have improved psychomotor skills as toddlers, writes Jess Halliday.
Quest launches probiotic to tackle IBS
UK vitamin distributor Quest is launching what it believes is the first probiotic that has been scientifically shown to target IBS symptoms, a condition that affects a third of the UK population at one time during their lifetime, reports Dominique Patton.
Solbar kicks off US expansion with Ingredients Inc deal
Israeli soy protein supplier Solbar has signed an agreement with Chicago distributor Ingredients Inc, which will enable the company to expand its presence in the nutrition industry in the United States, reports Jess Halliday.
New lab taps potential of healthy ingredients
A new laboratory designed to improve the quality of barley and oats could have major implications for makers of breakfast cereals, beverages and bakery goods.
Weekly comment
Let food be thy medicine
A society that views food as taste-bud entertainment rather than a basic of well-being was always bound to run into health problems. But with obesity now afflicting 300m people, and diabetes set to reach similar numbers within two decades, the...
Cognis ramps up plant sterol capacity
Specialty chemicals supplier Cognis said on Friday that it had opened a €20 million facility for increased production of its plant sterols and CLA, writes Dominique Patton.