Archives for March 8, 2011

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Nutrigenomics shows blood pressure benefits of cocoa

By Stephen Daniells

The potential of polyphenol compounds in cocoa to reduce blood pressure is related to genotype, suggests a new nutrigenomic study that deepens our understanding of the cardiovascular benefits of cocoa.

Ajinomoto gets trademark for capsinoid ingredient

Ajinomoto has announced that it has been granted US federal trademark registration for its patented weight management supplement Capsiate Natura containing non-pungent compounds from sweet pepper.

Women. The most wasted resource in food production

By Jess Halliday

Today is Pancake Day. It is also International Women’s Day. An important date, then, not just for food lovers in countries where Mardi Gras is a big deal, but a day to consider the role – and the potential – of women involved in food provision all over...