New EU-backed project takes aim at diet and disease
A new European Union backed project will to optimise research into diet and health by pulling together scientists and research tools in order to make realistic recommendations in the area.
Archives for March 20, 2013
PS supplements show ADHD benefits in children: RCT data
Children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may benefit from daily supplements of phosphatidylserine (PS), according to a new study from an international team of researchers.
Swedish start-up backs pre-loaded satiety proteins
Swedish firm Indevex Biotech is marketing low-GI, protein blends designed to be eaten about 30 minutes before meals to increase satiety.
European protein quality debate could re-open if DIAAS method adopted - Volac
European debate on the recognition of protein quality could re-open if the DIAAS protein measurement method is adopted by the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) and Codex, British dairy nutritionals manufacturer, Volac, has...
GOS prebiotics may boost calcium absorption for teens: Purdue data
Daily supplements of galacto-oligosaccharides (GOS) may enhance the absorption of calcium for adolescent girls, says a new study from Purdue University with implications for bone health.
CRN, NPA: Exactly what problem is New York bill to regulate sports supplements trying to solve?
The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) and the Natural Products Association (NPA) say they are alarmed - and rather baffled - by a new bill proposed by New York state senator Jeff Klein targeting sports supplements.