Ginseng offers hope for diabetes patients
Red ginseng may help diabetes patients regulate blood sugar levels, according to two small studies presented at the American Diabetes Association's recent Scientific Sessions.
Archives for July 6, 2003
Functional pickings at IFT
The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) opens its annual meeting on Saturday, with those attending this year also free to visit the IUFoST's World Congress of Food Science and Technology.
Vitamin B supplements could help depression patients
Taking folate supplements may help suppress depression suggests a new study, which found that problems metabolizing the B vitamin may be causing increased incidence of the condition.
The new omega-3 ingredient
Once valued so highly that it was used as a currency, an ancient seed rich in omega-3 fatty acids could soon be a novel food in Europe.