Heart health science builds for citrus-vitamin E combination
Twelve weeks of supplementation with a proprietary blend of citrus extracts and vitamin E may reduce levels of a marker of inflammation and boost heart health, suggest new results.
Archives for August 12, 2010
China to monitor nutrition-related diseases
China is to monitor the nutritional status of its population, with the Ministry of Health focussing on nutritional deficiencies and excesses, according to the People's Daily Online.
Scottish researchers pioneer protein pill to fight obesity
A potentially radical protein supplement to help combat the obesity crisis could in the pipeline, as scientists at Scotland’s Rowett Institute have been awarded a multi-million euro EU research grant to study the possibility.
Synutra defends products in light of hormone scare
Chinese dairy Synutra International has affirmed its belief that its products are safe and in no way linked to recent allegations of premature breast development in infant girls.
Looking to a new wave of energy drinks
Consumers are no longer satisfied with drinks that cause energy to spike and rapidly drop - but manufacturers are looking at new ways to provide consumers with an energy boost, says Beneo's Claudia Meissner.
New omega-3 encapsulation could enhance stability for soft gels
Researchers have developed a new way to stabilise omega-3 nutraceuticals, using elecrosprayed zein encapsulation.
Tocotrienols may protect against fatty liver: Carotech
Supplements of vitamin E tocotrienols may improve symptoms of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), according to tocotrienol supplier Carotech.