Archives for June 10, 2002

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Note of caution over weight loss supplements

An woman using a herbal supplement to lose weight developed a neurological disorder more commonly seen in alcoholics and related to a vitamin B1 deficiency, according to a study in the journal Nutrition.

New flavour for Reebok sports drink

Clearly Canadian Beverage Corporation has introduced a new flavour to its range of Reebok-branded sports drinks. The blackberry variant joins the natural, berry and citrus flavours already available.

Lycopene linked to lower prostate cancer risk

A high level of lycopene in the blood serum correlates to a lower risk of prostate cancer, according to new research published in the latest edition of the American Journal of Epidemiology.

New patent for Cyanotech's astaxanthin

Hawaii-based Cyanotech Corporation has been granted a new US patent covering the prevention of sunburn by UV light using natural and synthetic astaxanthin.

Jurak preparing for 'explosive' growth

Three years after its relaunch, Jurak is planning to add a new variant to its JC Tonic drink and to expand distribution outside the US market.