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Tocotrienols shown to be effective in lowering fat levels in blood
Scientists from Singapore found that tocotrienols, which are members of the vitamin E family, are effective in lowering the levels of triglyceride, a form of fat in the blood. High levels of triglyceride are closely linked to an increased risk of ca…
levels | 01 November 2010
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Canada launches pant sterols-first probiotic yogurt
Parmalat Canada has launched the Astro BioBest Plant Sterols yogurt to Canadians, which offers a healthy and delicious option to consumers managing their cholesterol levels. Each 100g serving of the yogurt is enriched with 50% of the daily amount …
levels | 06 September 2010
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Fueled for performance
Market research shows the benefits of using carbohydrates to control one's blood sugar levels are driving the sports nutrition market.
levels | 01 August 2010
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Codex limits melamine levels in food
New rulings from the United Nations' food standards body, Codex Alimentarius Commission, state that the maximum amount of melamine allowed in powdered infant formula is 1 mg/kg and the amount of the chemical allowed in other foods and animal feed is…
levels | 01 August 2010
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Research finds BPA levels in adults up 70% after drinking from polycarbonate bottles
Some 77 Harvard student volunteers experienced a nearly 70% increase in urinary levels of bisphenol A (BPA) after drinking cold beverages from BPA-laden polycarbonate bottles for one week, according to researchers from Harvard University and the U.S.…
levels | 18 May 2009
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Purslane herb extract for healthy blood glucose levels
Frutarom will introduce Portusana (EFLA 308), a branded purslane herb extract at Vitafoods this month. According to clinical trials, the extract supports improved sugar metabolism, leading to healthy blood glucose levels. From proprietary stu…
levels | 01 May 2009
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Childhood obesity levels set to rise unabated
Childhood obesity is set to increase, with incidence rates growing at the fastest rates in Asia Pacific countries, particularly China, while Europe and the US will retain the highest overall ratios, says Datamonitor. Excessive consumption of ener…
levels | 18 July 2008
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Beverage caffeine levels labeling lax, says researchers
The caffeine content of carbonated and energy drinks should be clearly labeled, says researchers at the University of Florida. That’s because the additive can pose health risks for people with certain medical conditions, reports a study published in …
levels | 21 March 2006
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Wilks’ Portable Infrared Analyzer Measures Trans-fatty Acid Levels
Wilks Enterprise has developed a portable, infrared spectrometer—the InfraSpec VFA-IR—that brings trans-fatty acid measurement to production areas, loading docks and warehouses. The spectrometer outputs at-line measurements, enabling process changes…
levels | 01 February 2006
