High fat-low carb diet reduces heart's energy stores
High fat-low carb diets, such as the once-trendy Atkins diet, appear to negatively impact the heart's energy stores, shows new research presented in the US this week.
Archives for November 15, 2005
Scientists search milk for new functional proteins
Australia's dairy industry will spend $850,000 on research to find novel milk proteins that could be used in functional foods to improve nutrition and combat major diseases.
Biocell launchs new CMO ingredient for joint health
BioCell Technologies has revamped its bovine-derived CMO (cetyle myristoleate) ingredient for joint health, offering a powder at a higher concentration than previously and a new oil that extends its applications.
Ocean Nutrition sells bulk chews with omega-3
Ocean Nutrition Canada has developed the technology to add omega-3 to chews without them tasting fishy, and is broadening out its ingredients-only business model to supply them on a bulk basis.
Poor diet costs UK health service three times more than smoking
The UK's poor dietary habits are costing its health service an annual £6 billion (€8.9bn) - three times as much as the financial toll from smoking - suggests a new study.
Mandatory adverse events reporting for supplements is on the way
Mandatory serious adverse events reporting for dietary supplements is inevitable and, so long as there are protections in place, will be good for the industry, according to the three main associations.
Phosphagenics raising cash for R&D
Australian biotech company Phosphagenics is looking to raise A$11.25 million in a share placement to fund its core R&D programme and other expenses.
Too much calcium may raise prostate cancer risk
Men who consume a lot of calcium may have a higher risk of developing prostate cancer, concludes new research.