Leucine supplements could help prevent muscle loss
A leucine-rich diet could reduce age-related muscle loss, say French researchers who have reported positive results on rats.
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Magnesium could reduce osteoporosis risk
Increasing magnesium intake could increase bone density in the elderly andreduce the risk of osteoporosis, suggests a large American study.
Branded ingredients - do consumers care?
A change in attitudes towards branded ingredients amongst manufacturers means that companies are devoting resources to communicating directly with consumers. But do consumers really have the stomach for ingredient brands, or do they only care about...
Nutrient profiling here to stay
Nutrient profiling, one of the most controversial elements of Europe's proposed health claims law, looks set to remain in the future legislation, according to experts, and some firms have already signalled their acceptance.
Calorie control weight-loss may depend on genes
Dieters who fail to lose weight on a calorie-controlled diet may take heart at new research from Tufts University, which indicates that it may be down to their genes.
Toxic ingredients in African herbal medicines
The UK's medicines regulator is warning consumers not to purchase or use certain African herbal remedies which may contain toxic herbal ingredients that could cause life threatening conditions.
Study backs dairy weight loss claims
Young women can burn more calories from meals if they eat three or four servings of dairy per day, suggests a new study in another twist to the dairy weight loss debate.
Integrity invests in quality equipment
Contamination is a pressing issue for an industry whose reputation is at stake if affected ingredients make their way into consumer products. Integrity Nutraceuticals is one company that has taken a further step in ensuring contaminated materials do...