MEPs call on EU to create food quality agency
Food products sold under the same label continually show inconsistent standards of quality, particularly in Eastern Europe, prompting calls for a new regulatory body in the EU.
Archives for March 9, 2017
Botanical formula suppresses liver cancer tumour growth: Taiwan mouse study
Zuo-Jin-Wan, a two-herb formula consisting of Coptis chinensis and Evodia rutaecarpa, helped suppress human cancer cell growth implanted in the livers of mice, a new Taiwan study showed.
Sunshine vitamin linked to fewer heart events: Meta-analysis
Higher blood levels of vitamin D are associated with significantly fewer cardiovascular disease (CVD) events and a lower risk of mortality from CVD, says a new meta-analysis.
New probiotic meant to balance microbial, fungal communities in gut
A new probiotic has debuted on the market that aims to improve gut health by balancing the fungal and bacterial aspects of the microbiome.
Caffeine may protect brain against dementia, study shows
Caffeine could ward off dementia and other neurodegenerative conditions by enhancing the abilities of protective enzymes, say researchers.
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Sports, doping and supplements: Where do authorities, clubs and leagues stand?
Everyone is against doping, but those at the heart of sports and athletics can do more, argues Luca Bucchini.
'Caviar oil' omega-3 supplement set for UK debut with Holland & Barrett
An omega-3 supplement made from herring caviar oil will hit the shelves of Holland & Barrett in the UK and Ireland after success in Asia and UAE.
'Intervene in the community': Supplements boost nutrition in elderly and help maintain independence, Korea trial reports
A two-week course of a liquid supplement improved the nutritional status and reduced inflammation in elderly people living in community settings, a new trial from Korea reports.
‘Exciting findings’: Capsicum extract may help slim waist lines
Daily supplementation with extracts from chili peppers may significantly reduce the waist to hip ratio in healthy adults, says a new study.
BlueOcean nears finish line on shrimp oil omega-3s finished products
BlueOcean NutraSciences is making progress toward full market entry with an improved line of finished products based on its omega-3s oil sourced from cold water shrimp.
EU Commission revises “outdated” medical device regulation
The EU Commission has released the revised regulations for the marketing of medical devices, simplifying the confusing between food and medical device, after outlining the changes - including post-market surveillance and increased traceability - back in...