Exercise and high protein diet may increase gut microbiota diversity: Research
Exercise and ‘extreme' high protein diet could have beneficial impact on gut microbiota diversity, according to research published in the British Medical Journal.
Archives for June 17, 2014
Date palm: Eco-efficient and functional, claim researchers
The natural sweetness and antioxidant properties of dates could add value to dairy, pastry and meat products, and would reduce waste of a fruit that was not being eaten fresh, Spanish researchers say.
Australia
Dietician claims world first with “Fodmap” range for IBS sufferers
A Melbourne-based dietician is claiming a world first with the launch of a new range of low-Fodmap foods, opening up a new “free-from” market segment that she believes has the potential to rival gluten-free products.
Danone Nutricia denies wrongdoing despite ruling
Vitamin D claims in Danone Nutricia advert breached code: ASA
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has upheld a complaint against a Nutricia advert, which it says implied a child’s intake of Vitamin D could be affected if they did not consume ‘Growing Up Milk.’
Special Edition: Bone & Joint Health
Dearth of convincing data retards application of omega-3s in joint health
A lack of convincing human data has stalled the wider application of omega-3s in the area of joint health, experts say.
Black tea shows cholesterol-busting potential: Meta-analysis
Regular consumption of black tea may reduce LDL cholesterol levels, but has no effect on HDL cholesterol, according to a new meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
Fruity carotenoid beta-cryptoxanthin may prevent abdominal obesity
Beta-cryptoxanthin, a novel dietary carotenoid derived from Japanese satsuma mandarin, may prevent abdominal obesity and improve symptoms of metabolic syndromes, according to a review of human and mice research.
Better together: Polyphenol may have greater bioavailability in combo with others
The amount of polyphenols absorbed and used by the body may be greater when taken with other polyphenols, according to a research review of the antioxidants.
Herb quality consortium launches ‘Botanical Adulterants Monitor’ focusing on prevention of herbal product adulteration
A new e-newsletter from a consortium of nonprofit herbal advocacy and research organizations will provide information related to the prevention and detection of herbal adulteration, quality assurance challenges facing the global botanical products community.