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New probiotic strains will win health claims (but not for 10-15 years): Prof
03-Feb-2012 - Advances in genomics and understanding the human gut microbiota will lead to the discovery of probiotic bacterial strains that will deliver biomarker-measured health benefits – but it may take 10-15 years, according to a leading researcher.
Cocoa offers ‘consistent’ benefits for heart health: Meta-analysis
03-Feb-2012 - Consumption of cocoa and the compounds it contains offer significant and ‘consistent’ benefits to blood flow and blood pressure, says a new meta-analysis of 42 studies.
Resveratrol’s metabolic mechanism pinpointed?
03-Feb-2012 - Researchers from the US National Institutes of Health may have identified the ‘missing link’ that help explains how resveratrol influences metabolism.
Cranberry shows urinary tract benefits for children: Study
02-Feb-2012 - A glass of cranberry juice per day may reduce the recurrence of urinary tract infections (UTIs) in children by 43%, suggests a new study funded by Ocean Spray.
Potatoes may offer blood pressure benefits
02-Feb-2012 - Purple potatoes that contain high levels of antioxidants could help to lower blood pressure in people with obesity, according to new research.
Meta-analysis supports garlic’s heart benefits
01-Feb-2012 - Daily intake of garlic may reduce cholesterol and triglyceride levels, says a meta-analysis of 26 studies that provides some clarity to the inconsistent clinical trials data.
Flax may fill you up for longer, aid weight management
01-Feb-2012 - University of Copenhagen researchers report that flax fiber consumed in a tablet or as a beverage had similar hunger-suppressing effects, but the greater convenience of the tablets may make them an “attractive alternative” to beverages.
Maternal omega-3 reduces eczema risk in children: Study
31-Jan-2012 - Supplementation with omega-3 fatty acids during pregnancy could cut the risk of babies developing eczema and egg allergies by over a third, say researchers
Selenium yeast may reduce joint inflammation: Rodent data
30-Jan-2012 - Supplementing the diet with selenium-enriched yeast may reduce inflammation linked to arthritis, suggests new research from Brazil.
Infusion technique could produce nutraceutical-enhanced fruit products
30-Jan-2012 - Scientists in Canada have developed a technique to infuse fruit with nutraceuticals, potentially offering ‘nutritionally superior fruit products’.
Grape seed extract shows cancer promise: Mouse study
30-Jan-2012 - Polyphenol rich extracts from grape seeds could help to fight of cancers of the head and neck whilst leaving healthy cells unharmed, according to the findings of a ‘dramatic’ new animal study.
Fermented soy’s fat busting potential linked to genes
27-Jan-2012 - The ability of a fermented soy product to reduce body fat levels may be linked to a person’s genetics, says a new study from South Korea.
Green tea may reduce functional disability risk: Study
27-Jan-2012 - Consuming at least five cups of green tea per day may reduce the risk of functional disabilities like osteoporosis and stroke, suggests new data from Japan.
New standard for vitamin D test promises more accurate results
27-Jan-2012 - Researchers have unveiled the development of new and ‘much-needed’ reference methodolgy that promises to assure more accurate and reliable measurements of vitamin D status.
Aged garlic reduces cold and flu severity: RCT data
26-Jan-2012 - Supplements of an aged garlic extract may reduce the number of days a person suffers from cold and ‘flu by 61%, says data from a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study.
Study unlocks Pycnogenol’s skin health mechanism
26-Jan-2012 - Daily supplements of an extract from French maritime pine bark may boost skin elasticity by 25% and skin hydration by 8%, says a new study.
13% of academics admit knowledge of data falsification: BMJ
26-Jan-2012 - Just days after the nutrition science world was rocked by allegations that a famed veteran resveratrol researcher fabricated data in 26 articles over seven years, a British Medical Journal survey reveals the practice is disturbingly widespread.
Fiber may boost pancreatic health: Study
25-Jan-2012 - Increased intakes of fiber may reduce the risk of pancreatic cancer by 60%; with both soluble and insoluble forms offering benefits, suggests a new study from Italy.
Study supports potential anti-cancer effects of selenium-enriched yeast
25-Jan-2012 - Selenium enrichment of yeast changes the expression of certain proteins in the organism, five of which have reported anti-cancer effects, says a new study from Penn State.
Cocoa may prevent intestinal disease: Rat study
25-Jan-2012 - Eating cocoa could help to prevent intestinal disease and complaints linked to oxidative stress, including colon cancer caused by chemical substances, suggests new research in rats.
CoQ10 may enhance anti-inflammatory potential of Med diet
24-Jan-2012 - Supplementing a Mediterranean-style diet with co-enzyme Q10 may reduce markers of inflammation and improve a range of health measures, including heart and joint health.
Pomegranate oil-seaweed combo's weight management action pinpointed?
24-Jan-2012 - A blend of pomegranate seed oil and brown seaweed extract may offer weight management potential by acting directly on fat cells, says new study using the commercially available Xanthigen ingredient.
Sugar coated probiotics have increased survival and can reduce infection: Study
24-Jan-2012 - A sugary outer coating produced by probiotic bacteria could help them to survive in the good and may also offer clues to how they block some bacterial infections, say researchers.
Resveratrol: Pilot study supports cardio-metabolic benefits
23-Jan-2012 - Daily supplements of resveratrol for one month may improve sensitivity to insulin and reduce the spike in blood sugar after a meal, suggest new data from a pilot human trial.
More fiber may reduce breast cancer risk: Meta-analysis
23-Jan-2012 - Higher intakes of soluble fiber, but not other types of fiber, may reduce the risk of breast cancer, suggest findings from a meta-analysis from Imperial College, London and the University of Leeds.
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