Vitamin E tocotrienol shows brain protection promise
The natural vitamin E alpha-tocotrienol (TCT) may protect the brain against stroke- and glutamate-induced degeneration, according to researchers in a new animal study.
Archives for October 24, 2005
FDA crushes cherry claims
The FDA is unconvinced that cherries pack as much of a health punch as some marketers of cherry-based products are claiming. It has issued warning letters to 29 companies, telling them to stop making disease prevention or treatment claims on their...
Tocotrienols may protect against stroke damage
Alpha-tocotrienols, a natural form of vitamin E, significantly reduced the effects of stroke damage in a new study on rats.
St John's wort protein found to suppress HIV in lab
A novel protein extracted from a culture of St John's wort extract suppresses HIV-1 expression and inhibits its replication, say US researchers.
Microencapsulation and ingredients firms share common challenges
Innovation must be a priority for microencapsulation and food ingredients companies to meet the challenges in today's competitive market, says a new study.
Ginseng extract prevents colds, reduces symptoms, finds new study
Taking ginseng supplements through the winter appears to help the immune system fight off colds, report Canadian researchers today.
Phenolics, flavonoids rank amongst significant research
For the first time, papers on phenolics and flavonoids have been included in the Office of Dietary Supplements' (ODS) Annual Bibliography of Significant Advances in Dietary Supplement Research, indicating heightened interest in the health potential of...
Cardinal has capacity for larger MSM lots
Cardinal Nutrition has completed a year-long program of plant expansions and process improvements, which has resulted in it being able to offer continuously distilled MSM (methylsulfonylmethane) in larger lots.
Merck growing sales from supplement brands
Successful supplement brands are driving strong sales growth at Merck KGaA's OTC business.