The World Health Organization has declared gastroenteritis as the second leading cause of mortality in children below five years old. Most preschool kids suffer from this condition one to two times every year, experiencing
An analysis of market prices for superfruit juices in relation to their nutritional profile reveals that Concord grape juice offers a sweet-spot combination of affordability and high polyphenol content. Research has shown that Concord grape
A new study now shows that caffeine promotes the movement of a regulatory protein into mitochondria, enhancing their function and protecting cardiovascular cells from damage. Judith Haendeler and Joachim Altschmied of the Medical Faculty,
A seven-member team working through the University of Agricultural Sciences-Bengaluru (UAS-B) has demonstrated that scientifically processed eggshell powder could fortify wheat flour used in home-cooked foods like chapatis and commercial snacks like biscuits. According
Curcumin, a compound found in turmeric, has proven effective as a nonpharmacological treatment for a variety of inflammatory diseases, and an increase of glutathione or GSH synthesis. Research has shown that when GSH combines with
Asia’s leading agribusiness group Wilmar International Limited (Wilmar) and the National University of Singapore (NUS) have established a new joint research laboratory to conduct cutting-edge clinical nutrition and synthetic biology research to create healthier food
One key to a successful weight loss plan is to lose body fat while sparing lean muscle tissue. While losing weight or body fat is never easy, many consumers who do achieve success often find
Nearly two thirds of shoppers in South America are willing to pay extra for a food or beverage product that is higher in protein, according to a survey commissioned by Arla Foods Ingredients. Researchers from
A new study from researchers at the University of Iowa reveals a link between food allergies and autism, though many questions remain. The study showed 11.25 percent of American children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder
Researchers at University of Colorado Boulder may have found a type of good bacterium that could protect the brain against the harmful effects of stress. If confirmed in clinical trials, the results may lead to