Cocoa no help for arterial stiffness: Study
Despite being related to a lower cardiovascular risk, cocoa intake does not necessarily improve arterial stiffness in subjects with cardiovascular risk factors, say researchers.
Archives for April 15, 2012
Antioxidant-rich watercress shows sports nutrition potential
Eight weeks of supplementation with watercress may reduce markers of oxidative stress and damage after exhaustive exercise, suggests a new study.
60-second interview, Stuart Tomc, Nordic Naturals
Are you getting enough omega-3? ‘Stop guessing and start testing’
Elaine Watson caught up with Stuart Tomc, global educator at omega-3 expert Nordic Naturals at Expo West to get the lowdown on omega-3s.
RCTs, health claims, and common sense deficiency syndrome (CSDS)
Continuing to insist on data from randomized controlled trials (RCTs) to validate the health benefits of nutrients will lead to “stagnation” in the field of nutritional research, leading researchers have warned.
Inaugural AHPA Congress to provide ‘laser focus’ on botanicals
The inaugural AHPA Botanical Congress is set to provide the botanical industry with a ‘laser focus’ on the key issues and opportunities, with the program listing a top class balance of industry experts.