Omega-3, fibre, vitamin E linked to lower Lymphoma risk
A diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids, dietary fibre, beta-carotene and vitamin E appear to offer significant protection against non-Hodgkin lymphoma, says a Swedish-Danish-American study.
Archives for December 7, 2006
Low-protein diets could protect against cancer, says new study
Adhering to the recommended daily amount of protein may help protect against certain cancers that are not directly associated with obesity, says new research from the US.
Survey taps into consumer nano fears
US consumers are willing to use specific nanotechnology products - even if there are health and safety risks - when the potential benefits are high, according to a survey.
Lipid Nutrition looks to food uses and geographical scope
Recently declared a separate entity from parent Loders Croklaan and with a new CEO at the helm, the Lipid Nutrition is aiming to grow sales volumes by making its products attractive for food uses and to extend geographically.
Adverse Events bill clears Senate by unanimous consent
The United States Senate has passed S 3546, the Dietary Supplement and Nonprescription Drug Consumer Act, which would require manufacturers to notify the Food and Drug Administration of all serious adverse events for dietary supplements.
LycoRed solves vitamin solubility for Neviot
LycoRed has said that it overcame a number of technical hurdles to enable Israeli's Neviot to enter the near-water category.
Burcon engages advisor to further explore canola properties
Burcon Nutrascience, the company behind Puratein and Supertein, is to investigate issues relating to the physiochemical properties and nutritional characteristics of canola meal and canola protein.