NutraIngredients News Headlines Week 50 2007

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Maternal omega-3 consumption boosts offspring's coordination

Increased intake of the omega-3 DHA during pregnancy could produce

improved motor function in the offspring in later life, suggests a new

study from the Netherlands...

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Study supports pomegranate extract's safety

An ellagitannin-rich pomegranate extract is safe and effective in

enhancing the antioxidant profile in humans, scientists have reported...

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Meta-analysis adds weight to soy's bone benefits

Increased soy isoflavone consumption from dietary or supplemental

sources for six months can boost bone mineral density in the spine by

almost one gram in menopausal women, according to a meta-analysis of 10

randomised...

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Excess folate worsens B12 deficiency effects: study

The effects of vitamin B12 deficiency may be exacerbated by too much

folate, suggests a new study from Tufts University...

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Isoflavones may stop benign breast lumps: study

The potential benefits of soy isoflavones for breast health may extend

beyond malignant tumours, as a new study suggests a lower incidence of

benign breast cysts...

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Meta-analysis supports fibre for uterus cancer protection

For every five grams of dietary fibre per 1000 calories, women may

reduce their risk of endometrial cancer by over 20 per cent, suggests a

new meta-analysis...

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Green tea extracts may stop Parkinson's: study

The antioxidant effects of green tea polyphenols may protect neurons

against the detrimental effects of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and

nitric oxide (NO), thereby offering potential benefits for

Parkinson's,...

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More relevant research needed for antioxidants, says expert

Antioxidants should be the focus of more relevant research, especially

for the high doses used in dietary supplements, according to an

editorial in the journal Molecular Pharmaceutics...

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