Reducing GI does not boost effects of low-calorie diet
A low-glycaemic index diet may not be any help for obese people trying to lose weight, contrary to growing popular belief, suggests a new study out of the US.
Archives for October 25, 2005
McDonald's to offer more info on nutritional content
Fast food giant McDonald's said yesterday that it will add information on the fat, salt and calorie content to packaging of its products from the first half of next year.
First Benecol fruit drink to launch in Germany
German mineral water and fruit juice giant Rhoen Sprudel will launch the first non-dairy drink containing cholesterol-lowering ingredient Benecol.
ConAgra ties fortunes to rising nutritional awareness
ConAgra's attempt to inextricably link itself with current health trends is evident in the launch of its latest range of products under the "Eat Well, Live Well, Choose Well" slogan.
Danisco dairy plots new probiotic strains
Probiotic ingredients are the main focus down at Danisco Cultures' research and development labs, but false claims are hampering the market, business director Patrick Veau tells DairyReporter.com.
Most Australian women overweight, seeking weight-loss aids
Most Australian women surveyed in a new study were overweight or obese, and many were using some kind of diet or weight-loss aid to try to lose excess pounds.
Middle-aged people more likely to use alternative medicine
Middle-age people are more likely than younger or older adults to use complementary and alternative medicine, shows new research on Americans.