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Bottled water beats cancer in lab study

By  Chris Mercer

A little-known bottled water from Scotland may help to stop cancer cells spreading, a study has found, giving the drink a unique potential in healthy beverage trends.

Industry interested in unsaturated fatty acid use

By  staff reporter

A conference presenting the health benefits of dietary unsaturated fatty acids was widely attended by food technologists, indicating that manufacturers are seeking to arm themselves with the latest research as they strive to make healthier products.

Review questions calcium supplements public health benefit

By  Clarisse Douaud

The effects of calcium supplementation on bone density in healthy children have been seen to be minimal in a review study that concludes it to be of limited public health importance - a finding that could result in consumer confusion if its...