Vitamin D under spotlight in new cancer research
Vitamin D's role in the development of cancer should get further attention following the unexpected findings that sunlight may benefit certain types of cancer.
Archives for February 3, 2005
New campaign promotes grains on nutritional grounds
The Grain Foods Foundation has launched a multi-million dollar campaign to educate consumers in New York and Washington, DC on the nutritional benefits of bread and other grain products.
Nutraceutical International 'could do better', says CEO
Despite an increase in net sales for 1Q 2005 Nutraceutical International has reported a fall in net income.
Vitamin E status, role in depression?
People with depression appear to have lower levels of the vitamin E alpha-tocopherol circulating in their bloodstream, report researchers, who will investigate further whether vitamin E supplements can help their symptoms.
Herbals, alternative therapies here to stay
More than a third of cancer patients in Europe use complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), most often to increase their body's ability to fight the disease, reveals the first Europe-wide study of alternative medicine use.
Planet Organic completes Trophic aquisition
Planet Organic has completed its acquisition of vitamin, mineral and supplements manufacturer and distributor Trophic Canada, and is eyeing more opportunities across Canada and the United States.