Olympians’ dietary supplement use decreases, says survey
The use of dietary supplements by elite athletes is decreasing, says a survey from Finland that proposed purity concerns may be contributing to the decline.
Archives for February 14, 2011
Lower melatonin levels may affect infant mental capacity, study
A new study involving 39 Israeli babies suggests that lower melantonin levels may result in lower mental capacity in pre-term infants.
Anthocyanins may reduce risk of Parkinson’s: Study
A diet rich in anthocyanins may help lower the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease, according to a new study.
Special edition: Heart health
Heart health beyond cholesterol: Blood pressure and vascular health
In the first part of our special focus on heart health, NutraIngredients examines the science behind the potential health benefits of a new wave of ingredients, from blood pressure lowering peptides from dairy, to flavanols from cocoa.
EFSA health claim opinion
EFSA approves vitamin B1-infant brain health claim
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has approved a health claim linking thiamin (vitamin B1) and “normal neurological development and function” in infants and children up to three years of age.
Banned drug sibutramine found in weight loss pills
The banned pharma ingredient sibutramine has been found at dangerously high levels in a Taditional Chinese Medicine weight loss supplement, the UK Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) said Friday.
Methods needed to measure social impacts of sustainability, DSM director
Major food companies are paying more attention to the social impacts of their products, and that means developing new ways of meauring the impacts of sustainability programmes on people, says DSM’s director of sustainability.