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High flavanol chocolate can protect skin from UV damage

04-Sep-2009 - High flavanol chocolate can help protect the skin against UV damage although marketing on this claim may be challenging.

Prebiotics may stop early stage colon cancer: Study

04-Sep-2009 - The products of prebiotic fermentation in the gut may prevent the growth, and promote the death of cancer cells in the colon, says a new study from Germany.

Folate may improve artery function and heart health

04-Sep-2009 - Supplements of folic acid may improve cardiovascular health and reduce the prevalence of peripheral arterial disease (PAD), suggests a new study.

Polyphenols may protect omega-3 formulations

03-Sep-2009 - The shelf-life of omega-3 formulations may be extended by adding quercetin, an antioxidant polyphenol found in onion, apples, and tea, suggests a new study.

Early vitamin C deficiency linked to impaired brain development

03-Sep-2009 - Vitamin C deficiency in the first weeks and months of life may impair the development of neurones in the brain, and decrease spatial memory, says a new animal study from Denmark.

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Low Canadian vitamin C linked to chronic disease risk

02-Sep-2009 - Almost half of Canadian adults are not getting enough vitamin C, according to a recent study, which also suggests that deficiency of the vitamin could be linked to a greater risk of obesity.

Med diet beats low-fat for diabetes benefits: Study

02-Sep-2009 - Consuming a Mediterranean-style diet, rich in vegetables, fruits and nuts, olive oil, and legumes, is more effective for diabetes control than a low-fat diet, says a new study.

Blueberry juice displays weight management benefits: Mouse study

02-Sep-2009 - Drinking a modified blueberry juice may reduce food intake and body weight, and offer weight management potential, suggest findings from a new study with mice.

DHA daily dose pin-pointed for optimal heart benefits?

01-Sep-2009 - A daily 200 mg dose of DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) is enough for preventing cardiovascular disease in healthy men, says a small study from France.

Danone: Everyday gut problems eased by probiotics

01-Sep-2009 - Daily consumption of a probiotic fermented milk product may improve gut health and well-being in women with everyday digestive problems, says a new study from Danone.

Antioxidant content of fruit more than previously thought?

31-Aug-2009 - We may be underestimating the antioxidant content of fruit and vegetables, according to an international team of scientists from Spain and the UK.

Citrus hybrids may offer antioxidant-rich extracts for nutraceuticals

31-Aug-2009 - Crossing clementines and blood oranges may yield a new citrus hybrid with an enhanced content of antioxidant phytochemicals, according to new research from Europe.

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Study challenges coffee’s reported brain benefits

31-Aug-2009 - Increased intakes of coffee do not affect the rate of decline in mental functions as we age, nor the risk of dementia, according to new results from Finland.

Soluble fibre may benefit IBS sufferers: Study

28-Aug-2009 - Adding soluble fibre to the diet may improve symptoms associated with irritable bowel syndrome, but insoluble fibre may worsen the effects, says a new study.

Rye for breakfast may boost feelings of fullness

28-Aug-2009 - Eating a high-fibre breakfast from rye may increase feelings of satiety and lead to reduced food intake later in the day, says a new study from Sweden.

Vine root extract has heart health supplement potential: Study

27-Aug-2009 - Extracts from the roots of a vine that has overgrown almost 10 million acres in the southeastern United States may improve heart health, says a new study from the US.

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Omega-3 shows no diabetes prevention benefits: Harvard study

27-Aug-2009 - Increased intakes of omega-3 fatty acids are not associated with a reduction in the risk of developing type-2 diabetes, according to new findings from Harvard.

Pomegranate seed oil may prevent diabetes: Study

26-Aug-2009 - Consuming oil from pomegranate seeds may prevent the development of diabetes, suggest results from a study with mice fed a high-fat diet.

Soy protein may reduce cholesterol levels for diabetics, too

26-Aug-2009 - Increased intakes of soy protein may reduce cholesterol levels in people with type-2 diabetes, says a new study that expands on the heart healthy potential of soy.

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Wasted watermelons could yield nutrients, fuel

26-Aug-2009 - Researchers at the USDA have established that watermelons not sold for food use due to cosmetic imperfections could be a source of nutraceutical ingredients and biofuel.

Tea consumers may have younger biological age

25-Aug-2009 - The cells of regular tea drinkers may have a younger biological age than cells from non-drinkers, according to new research from China.

Melon extract linked to cardiovascular benefits: Study

25-Aug-2009 - Daily consumption of an antioxidant-rich melon extract may lower cholesterol levels and prevent hardening of the arteries, according to a study with hamsters fed a high fat diet.

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Nutrients journal goes live, open to all

24-Aug-2009 - The first issue of a new, peer-reviewed publication called Nutrients, is freely available to everyone online; with the emphasis on helping others reproduce the findings.

Study identifies vitamin D’s benefits for diabetic heart health

24-Aug-2009 - Vitamin D may inhibit the build-up of cholesterol in blood vessels, says a new study that support calls for vitamin D supplements to improve heart health of diabetics.

Antioxidant-rich fruit, veg may prevent lymph cancers

21-Aug-2009 - Increased intakes of antioxidant-rich fruit and vegetables may reduce the risk of developing non-Hodgkin lymphoma, says a new study from the Mayo Clinic

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