Australian researchers identify B3 ‘cure’ for deficiencies that cause birth defects...
“Landmark” research carried out at Sydney’s Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute could in future prevent miscarriages and multiple types of birth defects, in what is being claimed to be one of the most significant discoveries in pregnancy research.
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Pukka Herbs responds to the article EFSA health warning to frequent consumers of herbal teas and supplements published 3 August 2017, Natural Products Industry News/Natural...
EFSA health warning to frequent consumers of herbal teas and supplements
Exposure to pyrrolizidine alkaloids in food, in particular for frequent and high consumers of tea and herbal infusions, is a possible long-term concern for human health due to their potential carcinogenicity, say scientists at the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).
And breathe: Pep-Thyme helps with air pollution effects
Pep-Thyme, from Bio-Health, is a new product made from the aromatic herbs peppermint and thyme, both of which contain volatile oils known to aid easy breathing and to help mitigate the negative effects that air pollution
Viridian supports vegan artist
Viridian Nutrition is supporting an exhibition called Free Spirit by vegan artist David Dane, who uses cruelty-free art materials to create his work.
Vitamin K2 improves vascular calcification
A new clinical study published in BMC Nephrology has found that haemodialysis patients benefit from supplementation with vitamin K2.
According to the researchers, the vitamin...
Researchers urge health authorities to rethink vitamin D guidelines
Following the publication of a study from the University of Surrey, worldwide health authorities are being urged to rethink guidance around vitamin D.
Prebiotic reduces body fat in overweight children
A new study into the effects of prebiotics on children who are overweight has found that consumption of oligofructose-enriched inulin reduces body fat.
New online probiotics tool goes live
OptiBac Probiotics has created a new online educational tool to help clear up the many misunderstandings that occur around probiotics.
Bee Health hailed as inspirational
East Yorkshire VMS manufacturer Bee Health Ltd has topped off a period of growth by being named in the 1000 Companies to Inspire Britain 2017 report.