Folic acid supplements could reduce inflammation
A daily supplement of folic acid could reduce inflammatory markers and therefore offer protection from heart disease for overweight and obese people, suggests a short study from Italy.
Archives for July 27, 2006
Sensitive taste buds turn kids off veggies, says study
Kids who are overly sensitive to bitter tastes, caused by genetic variations, are more likely to eat less vegetables, says a study from the US.
Expert calls for kava clinical trial to establish safety
The only way to convince European governments on the safety and efficacy of kava kava and to restore the industry in the South Pacific is to conduct clinical studies and look further into the mechanism, says expert on herbal safety Dr Matthias Schmidt.
Mannatech markets plant supplements to knowing consumers
The return to naturally-sourced nutrients over synthetic has entered a new phase, as Mannatech announces the launch of supplements containing only vitamins and minerals absorbed and stored by plants.
Omega-3, heart health evidence is strong, says review
Omega-3s from oily fish and supplements can reduce the risk of cardiac and sudden death, and possibly stroke, says a new review from the US.
Burcon rights offering to raise further R&D funds
Burcon Nutrascience Corporation has been granted the go-ahead to conduct a share offering by way of a rights offering, which is expected to raise up to C$5m towards the continuing R&D and general working capital.