Archives for December 20, 2005

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NuTein to start alfalfa lutein scale-up

By  Jess Halliday

Eye health supplement makers could soon have another source of lutein at their disposal, as Minnesota company NuTein starts scaling up production from alfalfa.

Study probes dietary supplement use

By  Stephen Daniells

A pamphlet distributed by the FDA is discouraging consumers from continuing or recommending dietary supplements, reports a study from the University of Connecticut.

Christmas feature

The sum of chocolate

Chocoholics rejoice: 2005 was the year it became clear chocolate really is good for you. But before Christmas ushers in a race to cram the candy, reflect a moment on where the benefits truly lie, and where they don't.

Christmeas feature

Anyone for a reindeer roast?

All those who still believe in Santa, stop reading here. For his sledge-pulling reindeer, Dancer, Prancer, and Rudolph, have long been consumed in a tasty stew.