Vitamin D may boost heart health during weight loss: Study
Supplements of vitamin D may improve cardiovascular health during weight loss, without impacting on how many pounds are shed, suggests a new study.
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Low magnesium levels may increase stroke risk
Low blood levels of magnesium may increase the risk of stroke by 25 per cent, suggest findings from the Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities Study.
Cypress chooses distributor for selenium ingredient
Ingredient firm Cypress Systems has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with Amax NutraSource for its selenium yeast ingredient, which was recently approved for use in foods and beverages.
Report identifies cheapest cities for functional food facilities
South Dakota is the most economic location for a functional food and beverage facility, according to a new study that analyzed geographically-variable operating costs.
New citrus flavonoids debuted
Illinois-based SourceOne Global Partners has launched new heart health citrus ingredients it says deliver water soluble benefits along with boosting the bioavailability of other heart health ingredients such as omega-3s, CoEnzymeQ10 and Tocotrienols.