Stanol/sterol esters may protect against colon cancer
Dietary supplement of stanol and sterol esters may lower the rate of colon cell growth and protect against colon cancer, if the results from hamsters can be applied to humans.
Archives for June 8, 2006
Omega-3 drinkable yoghurt arrives in China
China's first drinkable yoghurt product, containing MEG-3 fish oil, is currently rolling out, and has received strong endorsement from the Guadong Dairy Association.
Med diet good for people with heart problems
The Mediterranean diet, already linked as a way to protect against heart disease, could help people with established heart problems says a population-based study from Greece.
Marigot pushes Aquamin use in soy milk
Irish mineral firm Marigot is seeking to build use of its Aquamin calcium/mineral ingredient in soy milks, with recent tests indicating superior sensory properties compared to other fortification forms.
Zila discusses nutraceuticals sell-off
US health care company Zila, which has a strong presence in Europe with Ester-C, is in discussions over the divestment of its nutraceuticals business unit in order to concentrate on its oral cancer detection business.