

Gut microflora and obesity - Nestle expands the possibilities
09-May-2008 - Modifying the population of bacteria in the gut may improve the regulation of glycemic control and reverse the insulin resistance that occurs with obesity, suggests a new study from the Nestlé Research Center.

Burgundy builds science for hibiscus extract for UTIs
09-May-2008 - An extract from hibiscus may cut the incidence of urinary tract infections by 60 per cent, suggests preliminary data from Burgundy.

Dairy foods not impacting on weight issue: study
07-May-2008 - Claims that consumption of dairy products and other high calcium goods may play a key role in weight loss or gain are not sufficiently supported by scientific testing, according to a new review of existing research.

B vitamins fail to show heart benefits, says study
07-May-2008 - Supplements of folic acid, and vitamins B6 and B12 may not affect cardiovascular health, despite lowering homocysteine levels, says a new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association.

Fibre-rich chews could join healthy confectionery market
06-May-2008 - Cargill has filed a patent application to the US Patent and Trademark office for a fibre-filled confectionery chew.

Unexpected result on iron levels in infant formulations set to spark debate
06-May-2008 - Food makers face fresh research on optimal iron levels in infant formula as new study suggests extra iron may delay development in infants that already have sufficient levels.

Sabinsa builds science behind weight loss blend
05-May-2008 - Sabinsa's weight management ingredient, LeanGard, may boost weight loss and cut body fat, according to a new study from the company that builds the science behind the product.

CoQ10 may cut muscle injuries for athletes
05-May-2008 - Supplements of co-enzyme Q10 may reduce the occurrence of muscular injuries in athletes, suggests new research from Japan.

Green tea extract may counter fatigue for workaholics
02-May-2008 - Supplements of the green tea compound EGCG may offset the signs of physical and mental fatigue associated with modern stressful lives, suggests research from Japan.

Juicing may boost a fruit's antioxidant punch: study
02-May-2008 - Long term supplementation of antioxidant-rich apples and purple grapes, particularly in juice form, may prevent artery hardening, researchers from France have reported for the first time.


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