Soy isoflavone could be edible oil antioxidant, suggests study
The soy isoflavone, genistein, could act as an antioxidant to prolong the shelf-life of bulk edible oils, suggests a study using linseed oil.
Archives for August 9, 2006
Seasonal supplement trends mean summer's almost over
The sun might still be out over much of Europe, but August is the month when retailers start placing their orders of products to help boost the immune system and ward off coughs and colds over the winter months.
White grapes just as heart healthy as red?
The flesh of grapes is just as heart healthy as the skin, says a laboratory study by Italian and US researchers, a result that may challenge the idea that red wine offers better cardiovascular protection than white.
Biolactis launches healthy 'lactoceutical'
Canada's Technologie Biolactis is introducing a new ingredient from pasturized fermented whey that can be used as a healthier alternative to fat in dairy and other foods - and the same platform is also being researched for the health benefits it may...
UK herbal sector agrees black cohosh liver warning
The UK herbal sector has reached an agreement with the medicines regulator over labelling of black cohosh products with liver injury warnings, and has asked it to review the safety data again next year.
US phytosterol market to double
Riding on the overall trend to fortify foods, the US phytosterol market will nearly double by 2012, reports Frost & Sullivan - making room for more players in the heart-healthy ingredient niche.
Antioxidant ranking could enhance future studies
A collaboration of Norwegian and US scientists has produced the largest ranking of antioxidant foods to date, including processed foods, fresh fruit and vegetables.
Scientists study whether antioxidants protect against tick-borne illness
Scientists in the US have received a $2 million grant from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease to investigate if increased intake of antioxidants can protect against tick-borne illnesses.