Ginger linked to healthier hearts: Study
Daily consumption of ginger may reduce the risk of many chronic conditions, including high blood pressure and coronary heart disease, says a new paper from Chinese researchers.
Archives for June 7, 2016
Danone enters FTSE4Good Index
Danone has announced its entrance into the FTSE4Good Index, a global responsible investment index designed to measure the performance of companies demonstrating strong environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices.
Antioxidant therapy: Could polyphenols reverse endothelial dysfunction in diabetics?
Polyphenols present a promising approach to restoring normal endothelial function in people with diabetes, according to a review calling for more research on this potential ‘antioxidant therapy’.
'Local authorities determined the package contained a small amount of potentially explosive material'
Bomb scare at EFSA offices under investigation
Italian authorities are investigating a bomb scare at the European Food Safety Authority’s (EFSA) offices yesterday.
Too close to call: How do consumers really feel about GMOs?
The controversy surrounding genetic engineering may feel deafening at times with each side prolifically and loudly debating its pros and cons, but the vast majority of consumers remain unfamiliar GMOs and unclear if they pose a risk, according to a...
Thorne signs deal to supply supplements to sports federations
Practitioner channel specialist Thorne Research has signed deals that will provide guaranteed safe supplements and nutritional information to athletes governed by seven amateur sports federations.
CRN: Dietary supplements industry contributes $122 billion, 750K jobs to US economy
The US dietary supplements industry’s contributes over $120 billion to the US economy, or 0.68% of GDP, says a new report.
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Pilot study: 5:2 diet can improve health of type 2 diabetes patients
A popular diet is proving to be effective for improving the health of people with type 2 diabetes, a pilot trial has found.
Breast milk seen as source of prebiotic ingredients
Human breast milk is a novel source of interesting prebiotic candidates, attendees at the recent IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas event were told.