Supplements and sunlight give optimal protection from breast cancer: Study
Some sun exposure and vitamin D supplements may be the most effective means of reducing the risk of breast cancer, suggest findings from a French study.
Archives for December 16, 2010
Yoplait Original yogurt reformulated with added calcium
Extra calcium has been added to the Yoplait Original yogurt in the US in an attempt to set the product up as an easy option for women looking to meet their daily calcium requirements.
Dannon on FTC settlement: “Our claims remain intact”
Dannon says its year-long negotiations with the Federal Trade Commission that resulted in a $21m settlement and modifications placed on its health statements, has not altered the core claims for its multi-million dollar selling probiotic yoghurts.
DSM and IOF join to map vitamin D deficiency
Experts from the International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF) and DSM Nutritional Products have developed an interactive worldwide map on vitamin D levels as a tool for educating the public and policymakers.
Soy protein may lower cholesterol: Solae study
New research from Solae backs up the claims for soy protein’s cholesterol lowering effect, but says the mechanism behind benefits is ‘yet to be determined’.