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Resveratrol could prove HRT alternative, study

23-Nov-2009 - Treatment based on resveratrol could be a safer alternative to hormone replacement therapy (HRT) in postmenopausal women and could help prevent breast cancer, according to a new study.

Vitamin D deficiency linked directly to heart disease

20-Nov-2009 - Researchers from Utah presented fresh evidence this week linking vitamin D deficiency to heart disease at the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Scientific Conference in Orlando, Florida.

Resistant starch may cut food intakes: Study

20-Nov-2009 - Adding resistant starch to breakfast and lunch meals may reduce the amount of calories consumed over a 24-hour period by about 10 per cent, says a new study.

Yeast ingredient shows promise for reducing airborne allergies

20-Nov-2009 - Supplementation with a yeast fermentate may improve allergy symptoms like runny nose, according to the results of randomised clinical trial.

Folic acid study misleads claims supplement industry

19-Nov-2009 - A recent study linking folic acid and vitamin B12 supplements with higher risks of cancer is misleading, claim two trade associations representing dietary supplement manufacturers and ingredient suppliers.

Folic acid supplements lift cancer risk: Study

18-Nov-2009 - UK and Australian food safety officials should pay particular attention to a new study linking folic acid and vitamin B12 supplements with higher risks of cancer, according to the lead scientist who conducted the research at Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen, Norway.

Heart-health benefits of omega-3s depend on how fish is cooked: Study

18-Nov-2009 - Baked or boiled fish delivers the heart-health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids more effectively than fried, salted or dried fish, according to research presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2009 at Orlando, Florida.

Exposure to nano titanium dioxide could up cancer risk, says study

18-Nov-2009 - There may be a potential risk of cancer and genetic disorders for individuals working with high concentrations of titanium dioxide nanoparticles, according to US scientists.

GM soybean oil increases omega-3 EPA in blood, says research

17-Nov-2009 - Research presented this week at the American Heart Association (AHA) Scientific Sessions quantified the impact of GM soybean oil on levels of omega-3 EPA in red blood cells.

Probiotics intake beneficial against infections in kids: study

17-Nov-2009 - Lactobacillus GG (LGG) can decrease the risk of upper respiratory tract infections including rhinitis, pharyngitis, sinusitis, otitis, and the common cold in children attending day care centres, claims a new study.

Selenium supplements linked to high cholesterol

17-Nov-2009 - Taking selenium supplements may increase cholesterol levels by as much as 10 per cent, according to a new study.

Diet rich in sulfur amino acids may aid bowel healing

16-Nov-2009 - A higher intake of sulfur-containing amino acids like cysteine following intestinal surgery might aid healthy intestinal recovery, claims a new study.

Sterols do not affect antioxidant defences: Study

16-Nov-2009 - Dietary supplements of plant sterols do not adversely affect our antioxidant defences, says a new study which boosts the overall safety profile of this booming ingredient group.

Coffee linked to breast and colon cancer

13-Nov-2009 - More research is necessary to explore links between a compound in coffee and breast and colon cancer, according to Texas AgriLife Research scientists.

White bean derived supplement may lower GI of bread

13-Nov-2009 - The glycemic index (GI) of foods could be reduced through the intake of a white bean derived dietary supplement, claims a new study.

Gut microflora and obesity: Study highlights potential for pre-, probiotics

12-Nov-2009 - US researchers have successfully transferred gut bacteria from obese humans to germ-free mice, a breakthrough that will allow a more detailed study of the link between gut microflora and obesity.

Pea flour could create tasty low-GI foods: Study

10-Nov-2009 - Whole yellow pea flour could be used to create low-GI foods with similar sensory characteristics to whole wheat flour, according to a new study from the Journal of Food Science.

Milk may boost iron uptake from fruit juices

10-Nov-2009 - Formulating iron-enriched fruit juices with milk may improve uptake of the mineral, suggests new research that offers a way of boosting iron intake for people at risk of deficiency.

Bilberries may prevent artery hardening, boost heart health

09-Nov-2009 - Extracts from bilberry may prevent the build up of plaques in the arteries, preventing hardening of the blood vessels and boosting overall heart health, says a new study from France.

Nano curcumin could boost spice’s health benefits

09-Nov-2009 - Nano-sized curcumin capsules may boost the body’s uptake of the ingredient, and enhance its potential to prevent colon cancer and Alzheimer’s disease, suggests a new study from Japan.

Carotenoid-rich broccoli could lead to better extracts

06-Nov-2009 - Careful conventional breeding of broccoli may boost the levels of antioxidants in the vegetable, especially lutein – a carotenoid linked to improved eye health.

Green tea extracts may protect against oral cancer: Study

06-Nov-2009 - Extracts from green tea may prevent the formation of mouth cancers in people with risk signs of the disease, according to a new study from Texas.

Antioxidant levels in chocolate show stability - study

05-Nov-2009 - The levels of antioxidant activity and flavan-3-ol levels in chocolate products are stable over a controlled shelf life of one year, according to a new study.

Acid-sensitive gum may fill you up for longer, cut snacking

05-Nov-2009 - A solution that forms a gel on entering the acidic environment of the stomach may suppress appetite and offer an interesting opportunity for the burgeoning weight management market.

Maternal folic acid – pregnancy stage may influence asthma risk

05-Nov-2009 - Taking folic acid supplements in late pregnancy may increase the infant’s risk of developing asthma, but supplementation in early pregnancy presents no such risk, says a new study from Australia.

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