Archives for January 25, 2012

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Cocoa may prevent intestinal disease: Rat study

By Nathan Gray

Eating cocoa could help to prevent intestinal disease and complaints linked to oxidative stress, including colon cancer caused by chemical substances, suggests new research in rats.

Danisco acquisition provides bright spot for DuPont in 2011

By Caroline Scott-Thomas

DuPont benefited from last year’s acquisition of Danish specialty food ingredient company Danisco in the fourth quarter of 2011, as revenue more than doubled in its nutrition and health business – although the chemical group’s overall profit fell slightly.

Fiber may boost pancreatic health: Study

By Stephen Daniells

Increased intakes of fiber may reduce the risk of pancreatic cancer by 60%; with both soluble and insoluble forms offering benefits, suggests a new study from Italy.