Omega-3 dementia benefits questioned by new Cochrane review
Omega-3 supplements are unlikely to prevent cognitive declines and dementia in the elderly, according to a review of the evidence published by the Cochrane Collaboration.
Archives for June 12, 2012
All change at ChromaDex again as CEO quits less than five months after taking helm
ChromaDex chief executive Jeffrey Himmel has resigned less than five months after taking the helm at the California-based firm, along with chief operating officer Debra Heim, who joined the team in February.
Crowberry-fortified juice shows enhanced blood sugar control: Study
Fortifying blackcurrant juice with juice from crowberry may double the polyphenol content of the juice and enhance the blood sugar control in healthy subject, says a new study.
CRN: USPSTF report does not change expert view re. calcium benefits
UPDATED - A new report suggesting there is not enough evidence to conclude that supplementation with calcium and vitamin D can help prevent cancer and osteoporotic fractures in adults "does a great disservice to Americans, especially postmenopausal women...
ORAC has ‘ongoing value’, says expert, as USDA removes online database
The ORAC tests for antioxidant activity still have value for nutrition, but marketers should stick to the science if its value is to be passed on to consumers, says a leading researcher.