Black cohosh/St. John's wort could ease menopause symptoms
An herbal cocktail of black cohosh and St John's wort significantly eases the symptoms of menopause in women, according to a German study.
Archives for March 2, 2006
Glucosamine, chondroitin relieve moderate-to-severe osteoarthritis pain
Glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate supplements "significantly decreased" knee pain for people suffering from moderate-to-severe osteoarthritis - a message that may not be getting through to consumers.
GNC Year-End revenues down two percent in 2005
GNC Corporation reported a loss of over 2 percent in revenue for 2005, compared with 2004 earnings, due to a $58.0 m decrease in diet product sales.
Soy protein, not isoflavones, lower blood lipids - study
Soy protein isolates (SPI), and not soy isoflavones, are associated with lowering blood fat levels, and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD), claims a new study.
Beer extracts reported to have anti-inflammatory effect
Extracts from any type of beer reduced inflammatory markers, say Austrian scientists who performed the in vitro experiments.
CRN to foster debate with Day of Science
The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) has announced the date for its second Day of Science, with the focus on science and regulation that will foster debate between industry, government and academia.
Novozymes guns for growth after strong 2005
Novozymes plans to identify further expansion opportunities in the enzymes market after a solid performance last year.
Glanbia blames poor results on EU dairy upheaval
Glanbia has blamed EU dairy sector restructuring and upheavals in the Irish market for a disappointing financial performance in 2005.