Low chromium associated with raised heart attack risk
Low levels of the mineral chromium have been linked to an increased risk of heart attack in men, offering further support for nutrient's role in heart health, writes Dominique Patton.
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Folate may protect against stroke independently of homocysteine levels
Folate may offer extra protection against stroke, on top of reducing levels of an amino acid related to the incident, say Swedish researchers.
New fortification techniques unveiled at IFT
Beverage fortification solutions on display at the IFT show suggest that manufacturers do not need to sacrifice clarity or taste in order to meet growing consumer demand for functional products, writes Anthony Fletcher.
Science must target ageing population
Measures to slow age-related disease and improve the quality of the elderly must be investigated by government, said a UK report yesterday, underlining the need for attention to growing numbers of older people, reports Dominique Patton.