Archives for December 10, 2009

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Supplements can fill health gaps, say dietitians

By Mike Stones

More than 80 percent of registered dietitians consider most Americans have gaps in their diets that can be filled with vitamins and other dietary supplements, according to new research from the Life...supplemented 2009 Healthcare Professionals (HCP)...

PACran gets UTI claim approved in Korea

By Katie Nichol

The Korean Food and Drug Administration (KFDA) approval of PACran cranberry powder’s claim to support urinary health is a positive step in the direction towards achieving a European-wide health claim, according to the European marketer of the product.

Antioxidants may boost colon health: Study

By Stephen Daniells

Selenium-based antioxidant supplements may prevent the development of new colon polyps in people with a history of polyp formation, says a new study.

Supplements best to boost vitamin D, Harvard

By Jess Halliday

Supplements are the safest, easiest way to boost vitamin D levels, says Harvard Heart Letter, which is spreading the word about the vitamin’s multifaceted benefits: It is good for the heart and overall health, not just bones.

Health claims science hits the economic bottom line

By Stephen Daniells

Producing randomized clinical trials is never an inexpensive endeavour, but increasingly stringent criteria mean companies are facing tough choices on whether to pursuer innovation, says DSM Nutritional Products.