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More information on the effects of phytoestrogens on bone, heart and breast health is needed before recommendations on supplementation can be safely made, argues a report in this month's issue of the Journal of Nutrition.
Dutch company DSM continues its strategy to develop activities in the field of life sciences with the announcement this week that it has acquired Plasticoat, the cheese coating business with an annual turnover of €10 million, from UK speciality starch...
The nutraceuticals unit of pharma company Zila saw a 75 per cent increase in revenue in the third quarter, driven by sales of its core vitamin C product Ester-C, the company reported.
Vitamin D deficiency is much more frequent among African American children and adults than previously thought, according to researchers speaking at a recent meeting.
InterHealth Nutraceuticals' multiple berry extract, OptiBerry, possesses potent anti-angiogenic properties which may inhibit the growth of unwanted blood vessels involved in the formation of tumors and varicose veins, according to recent studies
The Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning to consumers not to purchase or consume certain stamina enhancing dietary supplements containing Cialis, a prescription drug ingredient thought to pose possible health risks.
Agriculture ministers from around the world are gathering in Sacramento, California today for the start of a three-day conference on genetically engineered food and farming. With the breakdown of discussions last week between the US and Europe over...
The Federal Trade Commission and the Food and Drug Administration take action against two companies for making unsubstantiated medical claims about the 'cure-all' dietary supplement Seasilver.