Maternal vitamin D backed to help build better baby brain
Mothers with low levels of vitamin D are more likely to have children with slower brain development and lower mental and motor skills, warn researchers.
Archives for September 17, 2012
Broccoli et al. may reduce breast cancer risk: Meta-analysis
Increased intakes of cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and kale may reduce the risk of breast cancer by about 15%, suggests a new meta-analysis from China.
Bitter orange/ synephrine safety gets new review support
Extracts from bitter orange on its own or combined with caffeine do not pose any risks at doses commonly used by humans, says a new review of published and un-published clinical data.
Have a game plan for GMP inspections, experts say
A company going into a GMP audit is like a football team on the eve of a pivotal contest. It’s best to have a game plan, experts say.
NPA, CRN defend positions on Prop 37
Officials with the Natural Products Association and the Council for Responsible Nutrition reacted strongly to suggestions that they were siding with big agribusiness interests and against consumers in their measured opposition to California’s Proposition...