'No evidence' that drugs, vitamins, or supplements can help battle cognitive decline
There is no evidence that drugs, herbal products or vitamin supplements can help to prevent cognitive declines in healthy older adults, according to a new review.
Archives for April 21, 2013
Berries may protect brain functioning, rat study suggests
A diet supplemented with berries could help to protect brain functioning during aging, according to new animal data.
DuPont extends partnership with Mingtai for increased MCC production
DuPont Nutrition & Health will expand its microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) line through an extended agreement with Taiwan-based Mingtai, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of MCC. The agreement includes development, production, distribution,...
Carnitine in blood is indicator of cardiovascular issues, not cause, expert says
A recent headline-grabbing study from the Cleveland Clinic linking L-carnitine with atherosclerosis is a case of shooting the messenger, according a doctor who did much of the early research on the substance.
Health World’s gives TV backing to new-won Cholesstrinol rights
Health science company Health World will take its message to the airwaves in Australia and New Zealand after winning the rights to SourceOne’s Cholesstrinol patented heart health formulation in a long-term deal.
Could the WTO overturn EU health claim laws?
Aggrieved companies and trade groups have already mounted legal actions against the EU’s strict health claim laws – they are in process – but the regulation’s workings could face fresh challenge from governments signed up to the World Trade Organization...
Grape seed extract's blood pressure benefits extend to beverages, study shows
A study being presented at a conference this week has shown that Polyphenolics MegaNatural BP grape seed extract shows similar blood pressure support effects in a beverage matrix as it does in supplement form.