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Hydroxycut liver problem link confirmed by study
15-Feb-2010 - A small study published in the American Journal of Gastroenterology has confirmed links between the herbal weight loss supplement Hydroxycut, and liver problems.
Science builds for Kyowa’s dipeptide for endurance performance
15-Feb-2010 - Supplementation with a ‘high tech’ amino acid dipeptide may enhance fluid regulation in healthy, active individuals during endurance and high intensity exercise, says a new study.
Magnesium supplements may boost lung health for asthmatics
15-Feb-2010 - Daily supplements of magnesium may improve lung function in asthmatics, and improve their quality of life, says a new study from America.
Seaweed extract shows joint health promise
15-Feb-2010 - An extract from brown seaweed may reduce the symptoms of osteoarthritis by up to 52 per cent, suggests results from phase I and II clinical trials from Australia.
Gut microflora and diabetes: Study suggests role for pro-, pre-biotics
12-Feb-2010 - Bacterial populations in the gut of diabetics differ from non-diabetics, says a new study from Denmark that may open up a potential role for modify gut microflora with probiotics and prebiotics and improve health.
Rye beats laxatives for constipation relief: Study
12-Feb-2010 - Consumption of fibre-rich rye bread may ease constipation and perform commercial laxatives, according to a new study from Finland.
Study adds to 'compelling' CLA safety evidence
11-Feb-2010 - Daily intake of conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) does not affect kidney and liver function, says a new study with humans that adds compelling support to the safety of the ingredient.
Prebiotic-soy combination may boost heart health: Study
11-Feb-2010 - Combining prebiotics and soy protein may lower cholesterol levels and boost heart health, effects not seen when prebiotic or soy were taken separately, says new research from Canada.
DHA omega-3 may improve chemotherapy outcomes: Study
10-Feb-2010 - Supplements of the omega-3 fatty acid docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) may improve outcomes for breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy, says a new study from France.
Herb attack scientist fails to get facts straight: ABC
09-Feb-2010 - The University of Adelaide scientist behind a study highlighting dangers of mixing botanical products and pharmaceuticals, has a limited understanding of the herbal sector, according to the American Botanical Council (ABC).
Tea science stacks up for weight management, but concerns continue for extracts
09-Feb-2010 - Leaf through the scientific literature and the benefits of tea, green and black, for weight managements garner much support, but more research is needed before the beverage and its extracts have “great public health importance”, says a new review.
Flavonols may slash stroke risk in women: Study
09-Feb-2010 - Increased intakes of flavonol-rich foods may reduce a woman’s risk of stroke by 20 per cent, according to a new meta-analysis involving over 110,000 people.
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Bruce Ames: Vitamin insufficiency boosting age-related diseases
09-Feb-2010 - It is literally all about living for today. By understanding that nature favours survival today over tomorrow, a theory that vitamin inadequacy is behind the rise in chronic diseases “makes sense… and it is almost certainly going to be right,” says world-renowned scientist Bruce Ames.
DHA and eye health: Study supports omega-3 in formula
08-Feb-2010 - Adding the omega-3 fatty acid docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) to infant formula may improve the visual acuity of the infants, says a new clinical trial from the US.
Carotenoids may reduce breast cancer risk in women: Study
08-Feb-2010 - Increased dietary intakes of alpha- and beta-carotene may reduce the risk of breast cancer among female smokers, suggests a new study from Sweden.
Omega-3 may combat mouth bacteria, boost oral health
05-Feb-2010 - The dental health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids may include anti-bacterial effects, extending the benefits beyond inflammation, says a new study from the University of Kentucky.
OPCs come out tops for heart health beverages
05-Feb-2010 - Cranberry juice rich in antioxidant procyanidins is effective at boosting the health of blood vessels, thereby supporting previous research supporting the cardiovascular health of such compounds.
Soy may reduce diabetes risk in overweight women
04-Feb-2010 - Increased intakes of soy and its isoflavones may decrease the risk of type 2 diabetes in overweight women, says a new study from Japan.
Acai may boost survival, for fruit flies at least: NIH Study
04-Feb-2010 - The lifespan of fruit flies may be extended by consuming acai pulp, according to a new study from the US National Institutes of Health.
News in brief
Folate may protect women from pancreatic cancer
04-Feb-2010 - Increased intake of folate may reduce a woman’s risk of pancreatic cancer by 50 per cent, but folate levels are not associated with pancreatic cancer risk in men, says a new study supported by the National Institutes of Health.
Hibiscus tea may reduce blood pressure in at-risk people
03-Feb-2010 - A few cups of hibiscus tea a day may reduce blood pressure and offer cardiovascular benefits for people at risk of developing hypertension, says a new study from Tufts University.
Omega-3 may boost kidney health in diabetics: Study
03-Feb-2010 - Supplements of omega-3 fatty acids may improve the kidney health of diabetics, say results of a double-blind placebo-controlled trial from Hong Kong.
Industry defends CAMs against “biased, poorly written” study
02-Feb-2010 - Industry has slammed a study in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology that highlighted dangers of cardiovascular disease patients using herbal products and called for drug-like laws to apply to the herbal sector.
Vitamin B6 may affect heart disease risk: Study
02-Feb-2010 - Low levels of vitamin B6 may increase the risk of inflammation and metabolic conditions, and subsequently cardiovascular disease risk, says a new study.
Omega-3 may slash psychotic disorder risk: Study
02-Feb-2010 - Supplements of omega-3-rich fish oil may reduce the likelihood of developing psychotic disorders in high-risk people, say results of a new clinical trial.
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