More support for dark chocolate's heart benefits.
A daily treat of dark chocolate can improve overall heart health and reduce the risk of heart disease, say researchers from Zurich.
Archives for December 20, 2005
Anti-malaria herb also fights cancer in animals
The Chinese herb compound Artemisinin may prevent breast cancer, say researchers from the University of Washington.
Study probes dietary supplement use
A pamphlet distributed by the FDA is discouraging consumers from continuing or recommending dietary supplements, reports a study from the University of Connecticut.
NuTein to start alfalfa lutein scale-up
Eye health supplement makers could soon have another source of lutein at their disposal, as Minnesota company NuTein starts scaling up production from alfalfa.
Christmeas feature
Anyone for a reindeer roast?
All those who still believe in Santa, stop reading here. For his sledge-pulling reindeer, Dancer, Prancer, and Rudolph, have long been consumed in a tasty stew.
Christmas feature
The sum of chocolate
Chocoholics rejoice: 2005 was the year it became clear chocolate really is good for you. But before Christmas ushers in a race to cram the candy, reflect a moment on where the benefits truly lie, and where they don't.