Omega-6 fatty acids cause prostate tumour cell growth in lab
Omega-6 fatty acids promote the growth of prostate tumour cells in the laboratory, according to US researchers, who say they have also identified a mechanism for this action.
Archives for August 1, 2005
Drugs will erode bone health supplement growth
Supplement makers will need more innovative products and more effective marketing to capitalize on a surge in demand for bone health care in coming years, writes Dominique Patton.
Provexis gets heart charity endorsement for new drink
UK functional food developer Provexis said today that it has entered into an initial three-year agreement with the registered heart health charity, Heart UK to endorse its new juice drink Sirco.
Benecol becomes Raisio's profit engine
Raisio's Benecol products are emerging as the major driver of profits at the firm, following many years as a loss-making activity, reports Dominique Patton.
Orafti courts digestive health with Raftilose
Orafti is positioning its Raftilose Synergy1 oligofructose-enriched inulin to take advantage of growing interest in the digestive health market in the US, reports Jess Halliday.
Teens use supplements to boost body image
A new survey has raised concerns over the use of hormones and supplements by teenagers to enhance their physical appearance, reports Jess Halliday.
NBTY grapples with tricky US retail
NBTY is feeling the chill of an adverse specialty retail climate in the US, as the $11 million devaluing of its Vitamin World chain casts a long shadow over the manufacturer's 3Q operating income.