Low carbs cause mood 'lows'
People on the Atkins diet may be losing weight but they are also likely to be in a bad mood, say researchers in the US, who say that a lack of carbohydrates will reduce levels of the mood-regulating hormone seratonin.
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Renaissance introduces Asian fruit extract
Chatsworth, California-based Renaissance Herbs has added a mangosteen fruit extract to its botanicals portfolio, targeted for increasing antioxidant activity and boosting immunity.
ASA backs Chinese soy move
Bush administration trade officials were not the only ones to welcome China's decision to allow a raft of GM products from biotech giant Monsanto. This week the American Soybean Association hails the move as 'good news'.
Cosucra ups inulin production
Belgian group Cosucra Warcoing is significantly increasing its inulin and oligofructose production capacity by converting a former sugar plant to chicory processing, as it aims to meet growing demand for the ingredients.
Vitamin C levels associated with asthma risk
Further evidence suggests that deficiency in vitamin C could increase the likelihood of children developing asthma.
Nutrilite comes out top on brand survey
Almost 80 per cent of consumers are 'extremely' or 'very' satisfied with the supplement brands they have used, according to a new survey by ConsumerLab, which also reveals the brand names rated most highly by consumers.