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63% Indians consume insufficient protein in daily diet

Research |  News | 0 Comment | 11 Feb, 2020

As per recent study conducted by Parag Milk Foods Ltd. (PMFL), 63 per cent of people in top Indian cities lacked protein in their daily diet and are unaware of its lifestyl...Read more

IFT reveals underfunding scenario of food research in US

Research |  News | 0 Comment | 11 Feb, 2020

The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) has published a white paper about the state of funding for food research, finding that food research in the United State...Read more

UK promotes collaborative research with DBT, NIPGR

Research |  News | 0 Comment | 04 Feb, 2020

Around a hundred scientists from varied disciplines, who gathered to discuss an India-UK joint research program, called for more interdisciplinary research to make Indian a...Read more

Researchers reveal berberine supplement may treat stomach disorders

Research |  News | 1 Comment | 30 Jan, 2020

In a recent study, researchers at Okayama University in Japan illustrate the potential of berberine, a herbal Chinese medicine, in reducing inflammation within the digestiv...Read more

Nutrition researcher reveals tips to lift mood

Research |  News | 0 Comment | 27 Jan, 2020

Seven mood-boosting tips from nutrition researcher Neal D. Barnard, MD, can help people during the winter months and beyond. In his forthcoming book, Your Body in Bala...Read more

UK develops tool to tackle diet epidemic in India

Research |  News | 0 Comment | 24 Jan, 2020

Queen’s University Belfast which is also a part of the Russell Group of UK research intensive universities have released a study to connect the dots between diet and ...Read more

Study highlights significance of grains for infants

Research |  Analysis | 0 Comment | 21 Jan, 2020

A new study highlights the importance of grains as part of a healthy infant diet – and the potential risks of excluding them. Undertaken to inform the development of...Read more

Research unveils walnuts are good for gut and heart health

Research |  News | 0 Comment | 17 Jan, 2020

Walnuts may not just be a tasty snack, they may also promote good-for-your-gut bacteria. New research suggests that these "good" bacteria could be contributing to the heart...Read more

NIH study reveals link between dietary supplements and male fertility

Research |  News | 0 Comment | 15 Jan, 2020

Dietary supplements containing zinc and folic acid — marketed as a treatment for male infertility — do not appear to improve pregnancy rates, sperm counts or sp...Read more

NIN links lead exposure to Alzheimer’s disease

Research |  News | 0 Comment | 14 Jan, 2020

Lead is a common pollutant that can get into environment from a number of commonly used materials like paints, cosmetics, batteries, glass and low grade toys. Its role as a...Read more

HKU links diet with age-related macular degeneration

Research |  News | 0 Comment | 31 Dec, 2019

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is one of the most common causes of vision impairment among the elderly in Hong Kong. The major symptom involves the gradual blurring...Read more

Singapore strengthens R&D for future foods

Research |  News | 0 Comment | 26 Dec, 2019

The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) and the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) have launched grant calls for R&D in ‘Sustainable Urban Food Producti...Read more

NTU finds TB fighting solution in green tea

Research |  News | 0 Comment | 23 Dec, 2019

An antioxidant found in the green tea plant could become key to tackling tuberculosis one day, a team of international scientists led by Nanyang Technological University, S...Read more

Global survey reveals Immune support as top health goal

Research |  Analysis | 0 Comment | 18 Dec, 2019

Wellmune® is a natural food, beverage, and supplement ingredient clinically proven to help strengthen the immune system, making it easier for people of all ages to...Read more

Danisco Foundation announces scientific excellence awards

Research |  News | 0 Comment | 16 Dec, 2019

The Danisco Foundation has awarded the 2019 Science Excellence Medal and Microbiome Science Award. The awardees are leading scientists in their fields recognized by the Dan...Read more

PAU inks pact for sugarcane juice bottling technology

Research |  News | 0 Comment | 13 Dec, 2019

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has inked a pact with Kaveri Power Industries, VPO Kharkari, district Hisar (Haryana), for the commercialization of sugarcane juice...Read more

Eating dry fruits may prevent cognitive decline in the elderly

Research |  News | 0 Comment | 02 Dec, 2019

A recent study, funded by the International Nut and Dried Fruit council (INC) and published in Molecular Nutrition & Food Research, shows that high consumption of ...Read more

Zeno designs world's first snack to reduce alcohol absorption

Research |  News | 0 Comment | 28 Nov, 2019

US based Zeno Functional Foods announced publication of results from the clinical testing of its snack-sized protein bar, the SOBAR.  The SOBAR is the world's first fo...Read more