Slate magazine tells athletes: “Stop taking supplements”
Athletes should avoid taking food supplements because they are overpriced, don’t boost performance and could provoke doping violations, an article in online daily news site, Slate, has said.
Archives for August 1, 2012
Chlorella shows immune boosting potential: Study
Short-term supplementation with Chlorella may boost immune parameters in healthy people, say results from a randomized clinical trial from South Korea.
There's potential for vitamin K2 in BFW products, says Frutarom
According to Frutarom, vitamin K2 K-7, a supplement renowned for targeting bone health, has the potential to be adapted to beauty from within products to benefit the skin, resulting in a more healthier, more radiant complexion.
Yakult Light probiotic drink makes US debut
Japanese probiotics pioneer Yakult has launched a light version of its fermented dairy drink in the US.
Probiotics show anti-diarrhea potential in kids: RCT data
Daily supplements of probiotic bacterial strain Lactobacillus reuteri DSM 17938 may reduce the frequency and duration of diarrhea for children, says new data from Italy.
High choline diet during pregnancy may mean less stress for baby
Pregnant women who increase choline intake in the third trimester of pregnancy may reduce the risk of the baby developing metabolic and chronic stress-related diseases, says new research.
Micronutrient powder can battle infant anaemia: Study
Mixing micronutrient powder into infants’ complementary food reduces rates of anaemia more effectively than nutrition education alone, a new study has concluded.
NPA: Consumer Reports supplements probe is insulting to consumers
A probe into dietary supplements published in the September 2012 edition of Consumer Reports misleads and insults consumers and smears the industry, claims the Natural Products Association (NPA).
Caffeine may ease Parkinson's symptoms, suggests research
Caffeine consumption may help control movement in people suffering from Parkinson's, according to new research.
New research delves into UV protection from herbal extracts
New research from scientists in the US points to the fact that a variety of herbal extracts could provide significant UV sunscreen protection when taken orally and topically.