Flaxseed may offer improvements for obese pre-diabetics
Adding flaxseed to the diet may decrease insulin resistance in pre-diabetics and help reduce the risk of developing type-2 diabetes, suggests new data from the US and Canada.
Archives for April 3, 2013
ESSNA steps to up role as sports sector trade body
The European Specialist Sports Nutrition Alliance (ESSNA) is set to expand its remit to become a trade body for the European sports nutrition sector, the group says.
Be careful what you 'like'... The FDA is looking at your Facebook page
Two recent warning letters from the FDA should serve as a reminder to supplement makers that the agency is scrutinizing their activities on Facebook and Twitter just as carefully as it is looking at their corporate websites, say attorneys.
Researchers ask: What’s left to discover about trans fats?
Further research on artificial trans fat and heart health is not necessary, claim the authors of a new review – but there is a need for more research in several other areas related to trans fat.
Intelligent evidence: 'Breakthrough' in microbiome sampling promises greater proof for probiotic claims
A new non-invasive method to test the effects of functional foods and nutrients on the gut flora promises to help industry build solid evidence for health claims substantiation, says NIZO Food Research.
Phytochemicals show anti-inflammatory and brain health benefits: Pure Encapsulations/ Atrium Innovations
Polyphenol-rich extracts from fruit and vegetables may have molecular targets with potential relevance to cardiometabolic and neurological health, according to new data.
Walnuts linked to 'significant' drop in diabetes risk: Study
Frequent consumption of walnuts could help to slash the risk of type 2 diabetes by almost a quarter, according to new research.