Cannabinoids as effective as pharmaceutical treatments for migraine attacks
Cannabinoids are just as suitable as commonly prescribed medications for preventing migraine attacks, and can reduce pain by as much as 55%.
Archives for June 27, 2017
Probiotics powerhouse: China sales outstripping global average as DuPont reveals 50% surge
DuPont says its probiotics business in China is booming, with sustained growth leading it to double capacity at its specialist Beijing production and packaging site this year.
Taurine addition boosts photodynamic therapy for brain tumours: Japan study
Adding taurine to photosensitizers — which are used to treat brain tumours — boosts the emission of the reactive oxygen species (ROS) that kills cancer cells.
Study finds magnesium may ease depression symptoms
Magnesium appears to reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety, according to a new study in PLoS ONE.
Barentz International and Indian pharma firm unite to drive South Asia fortification opportunities
Ingredient firm Barentz International is seeking to increase its nutrition and fortification opportunities in India by linking up with Noida-based pharma company Jubilant Life Sciences.
Supplements a cost-effective alternative to elderly diet: Study
Health and social care decision makers have been asked to consider the merits of providing elderly care home residents with supplements instead of their normal diets, after study results found supplements were a cost-effective way of treating...
African database catalogues untapped regional bioactive source
A database of natural products (NP) isolated from native organisms of Northern Africa is now available online as its creators look to categorise the region’s untapped repository of bioactive compounds.
Caffeine aids weight loss in mice...but at equivalent of 30 cups of coffee a day for humans
Caffeine helped obese mice lose weight by suppressing appetites and increasing energy exposure — but one academic has argued an equivalent dose in humans is likely to lead to severe caffeine toxicity and perhaps even a fatal cardiac event.