Omega-3 may prevent obesity-related complications: Study
Increased consumption of omega-3 fatty acids may protect against obesity-related damage of the liver, which may lead to diabetes, says a new study from Spain.
Archives for February 13, 2009
Recession-proof BioGaia doubles 2008 profits
Swedish probiotics specialist, BioGaia, has turned in an impressive set of financial results for 2008, maintaining the 30 per cent-plus growth it has achieved annually for the best part of this decade.
Mandelson can protect UK high-dose supplements: CHC
An influential food supplements lobby group says UK government Business Minister, Peter Mandelson, could yet save the under-threat British high-dose food supplements industry.
One-shot energy drinks here to stay, says researcher
High premiums and broadening consumer interest is driving growth in one-shot energy drinks in North America, according to beverage market researcher, Zenith International.
Cranberry extracts may prevent colon cancer: Lab study
Extracts from cranberry may prevent colon cancer via an anti-inflammatory mechanism, according to results of a cell study from Canada.
Dispatches from FDF labelling debate
What labelling scheme(s) should Europe allow?
Debate is heating up about the best way to present nutrition information on food labels throughout the EU as lawmakers hammer out the details of new legislation. The Food and Drink Federation gives a view from industry.