Probiotics show anti-diarrhea potential in kids: RCT data
Daily supplements of probiotic bacterial strain Lactobacillus reuteri DSM 17938 may reduce the frequency and duration of diarrhea for children, says new data from Italy.
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Yakult Light probiotic drink makes US debut
Japanese probiotics pioneer Yakult has launched a light version of its fermented dairy drink in the US.
Slate magazine tells athletes: “Stop taking supplements”
Athletes should avoid taking food supplements because they are overpriced, don’t boost performance and could provoke doping violations, an article in online daily news site, Slate, has said.
Chlorella shows immune boosting potential: Study
Short-term supplementation with Chlorella may boost immune parameters in healthy people, say results from a randomized clinical trial from South Korea.
Caffeine may ease Parkinson's symptoms, suggests research
Caffeine consumption may help control movement in people suffering from Parkinson's, according to new research.
NPA: Consumer Reports supplements probe is insulting to consumers
A probe into dietary supplements published in the September 2012 edition of Consumer Reports misleads and insults consumers and smears the industry, claims the Natural Products Association (NPA).