Amino acid could prevent compulsive hair pulling, say researchers
An antioxidant commonly found in supplements could help people suffering from a compulsive hair-pulling disorder, University of Minnesota scientists have found.
Archives for July 7, 2009
Ocean Spray gets anti-cancer patent for cranberry seed oil
Ocean Spray has received a patent for methods of use of cranberry seed oil in applications designed to “treat” or “prevent” cancer and a host of other disease.
Med diet components linked to longer life: Study
Consuming a Mediterranean-style diet, rich in vegetables, fruits and nuts, olive oil, and legumes, may lead to longer life, according to a new study from Greece.
Oily fish may reduce dementia risk: Transcontinental study
Increased intake of fish may reduce the risk of dementia by about 20 per cent, according to a new study spanning three continents.
Modified gum arabic may boost heart health
The modified gum arabic product 'SuperGum' may reduce blood pressure, even in people with normal levels, according to a new study from the UK and Japan.
Aging population could boost sales of healthy foods
Foods that are perceived to bring added health benefits are forecast to be among the fastest growing market trends over the next decade, according to a new report from the NPD Group.
CRN condemns ‘fear-mongering’ selenium allegations
The dietary supplement trade group Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) has said that recent allegations of increased health risks associated with selenium are “fear-mongering”.
AM Todd Botanicals provides GMP support for botanical extracts
Ingredient firm AM Todd Botanicals has applied a voluntary industry standardization tool to some of its key botanical extracts, in an effort to help supplement manufacturers with GMP compliance.