Archives for July 23, 2008

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Bilberry and pine bark combo wards off glaucoma: study

By Jess Halliday

A study has found that the combination of a standardized extract of bilberry and French maritime pine bark can reduce the risk of glaucoma – news welcomed by the makers of the ingredients as a breakthrough in nutrition for eye health.

Study links low sperm with high soy consumption

By Jess Halliday

A new study has found that men who consume an average of half a portion of soy products per day are more likely to have a lower concentration of sperm, particularly if they are overweight or obese.

Danone, Yakult award probiotics science grants

By Lorraine Heller

The Global Probiotics Council (GPC) today announced the awardees of two new research grants, which are designed to develop understanding of the mechanistic processes that promote human health.

Food better than supplements for omega-3, says ADA

By Lorraine Heller

The American Dietetic Association (ADA) has said that a food-based approach to receiving adequate fatty acid levels is recommended, but careful supplementation is a feasible alternative if dietary intake falls short.