Vitamin E linked to increased prostate cancer risk: SELECT Data
Supplements of synthetic vitamin E may increase the risk of prostate cancer, but no increase risk is observed when taken with selenium, researchers from the SELECT trial report.
Archives for October 11, 2011
Folic acid may improve kids’ language skills
The benefits of folic acid supplements during pregnancy may extend beyond birth defects and may reduce the risk of the child having severe language delay by age three, says a new study.
Cargill shores up its IP in vegetarian glucosamine market with new US patent
Cargill has further solidified its position in the vegetarian glucosamine market after being granted another patent to protect the latest improvements to its shellfish-free joint health ingredient and production process.
Kemin secures GRAS status for AssuriTEA Wellbeing green and black tea blend
An independent panel of scientific experts has concluded that Kemin Health’s AssuriTEA Wellbeing proprietary blend of green and black teas is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS).
Baobab tops antioxidant pops in new breed of ORAC tests
While the true measure of antioxidant prowess is always in the human body, new tests assessing the free-radical-busting powers of baobab in the laboratory suggest it deserves its place in the superfruit premier league, according to Baobab Foods.
Broccoli health benefits require the whole food, not supplements, says study
Many of the health benefits associated with eating broccoli require consumption of the whole vegetables, because key phytonutrients are poorly absorbed and are of far less value if taken as a supplement, according to new research.