Copper may be key in anti-cancer mechanism of isoflavone: Study
The soy isoflavone genistein may inhibit the development of human breast cancer cells due to its ability to target copper, according to a new study.
Archives for December 14, 2010
FTC raps Disney supplements for “bogus health claims”
NBTY has settled with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) over DHA-based brain and eye children’s health claims it has been making for some its Disney-branded dietary supplements.
How to build an article 13.5 dossier
The rejection of so many health claim submissions by the European Food Safety Authority is creating a major headache for the EU functional foods and food supplements industries, with many looking at resubmissions under article 13.5 of the regulation.
DSM submits vitamin D health claim for “falling”
DSM Nutritional Products has submitted an article 14 disease risk reduction health claim linking consumption of a proprietary blend of vitamin D2 and D3 and reduced risk of falling over among the elderly.
Beyond RCTs: In search of a new evidence-based nutrition paradigm
An alternative to the exclusivity of randomized clinical trials as the proof of a nutrient's efficacy must be found to advance nutrition research, say two new commentaries; one by academia, one from industry.
Biothera's beta-glucan ingredient may reduce respiratory tract infections
Daily supplements of a beta-glucan based ingredient may reduce the duration of upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) symptoms in a healthy population, says a new study presented at the Society for Immunology conference in Liverpool, UK.
Olive oil compound shows heart health potential: Human study
An olive extract rich in hydroxytyrosol may be effective for reducing levels of oxidized LDL cholesterol, suggests a new study from Spain that extends the heart health potential of hydroxytyrosol.