News, Analysis & Insights on Nutrition, Supplements, and Health
Serious birth defects of the brain and spine in the Hispanic community could be prevented by fortifying corn masa flour with the B vitamin folic acid, according to a commentary published in the American Journal of Public Health.
Consumers want to get their nutrition from a healthy diet, not from popping pills. But why do so many functional foods tick all the right boxes on paper, but fail miserably on shelf? Elaine Watson caught up with George Pontiakos, chief executive of BI...
Probiotics are best used for their potentially beneficial effects on gut health, but they may also help to boost immune functions – an effect that could benefit sports stars in the future, according to a leading sports scientist.
The US Army has established a specialized group to deal with nutritional supplements amid concerns over the excess of supplements being taken, says a leading US Army researcher.
Pterostilbene, a compound found in blueberries, may counteract the role of environmental pollutants and prevent the development of asthma, a study suggests for the first time.