New plant compounds could prevent blood clots
ARS researchers have identified, characterized, and synthesized two plant compounds, which be used in dietary supplements to inhibit blood clotting.
Archives for January 19, 2006
Proliant reports IBS benefit of ImmunoLin
Proliant Health and Biologicals has reported positive results in a company trial aimed at reducing symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and improving quality of life of sufferers using its ImmunLin supplement.
Low carb lives on - at least for scientists
The low carb boom may be over for businesses but some scientists remain convinced that it is a benefit approach to several health conditions including diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
Irradiated extract prompts Ferrosan supplement withdrawal
Supplement products made by Denmark's Ferrosan have been withdrawn from sale in the EU after being found to contain undeclared irradiated white tea extract.
Low-fat diet study claims to 'reverse' diabetes
Researchers from UCLA have claimed that a three-week high-fibre, low-fat diet can reverse type-2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome (MetS) - conclusions that go against medical understanding of the conditions.
Growing demand for red-hot antioxidant
Israel-based Algatechnologies says the little-known carotenoid astaxanthin is set for rapid growth in coming years, with strong interest from Japan prompting it to boost both capacity and marketing activities this year.
Scientists triple CLA content in milk
Milk from cows fed on soybeans and fish oils contained up to three times more conjugated linoleic acids (CLA), says a US study, suggesting new opportunities for functional dairy development.
R&D and marketing important for minerals market 'in flux'
Vulnerable as they are to media reports, the key to successful mineral products is in strong R&D and marketing expertise to take them through from concept to consumer, says Frost & Sullivan.