Probiotics perfect fit for ‘small people’
Children and infant probiotics products are booming as parents connect with the healthy bacteria’s immune system boosting benefits, according to market researcher, Euromonitor.
Archives for February 20, 2009
Peanut-gate: Will consumers still trust American food – your views
The salmonella contamination of peanut products has brought American food safety under scrutiny causing some to question the value of the Made In America brand.
Egg proteins may reduce blood pressure: Study
Proteins in boiled and fried eggs may reduce blood pressure and potentially reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, suggests new research from Canada.
Climate change threatens medicinal plants, says ABC
A new review has found that changing weather conditions are threatening the existence of some species of medicinal plants, which could have a knock-on effect on supplies and prices of extracts used in dietary supplements.
Cinnamon may improve blood sugar levels: Study
Consumption of three grams of cinnamon a day may improve people’s control of blood glucose levels, Scandinavian scientists have reported.