A study of Alaska's Yup'ik Eskimos, who consume 20 times more omega-3 fats from fish than most Americans, suggests these oils can prevent obesity-related illness such as diabetes and heart disease, researchers said.
Mayo Clinic researchers found that the prevalence of mild cognitive impairment decreased with an increase in the consumption of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids.
Life expectancies are increasing around the world, resulting in a higher number of women reaching menopause. As they age and estrogen declines, women experience climacteric complaints and hot flashes, which may be accompanied by weight gain and skin wrinkling and, in later years, osteoporosis and atherosclerosis.
Ingredia Nutritional, experts in developing milk protein products, has just launched its innovative proteins and hydrolysates range: Nutritional Solutions. This range of proteins offers additional and improved ways of incorporating protein within products for end-market consumption.
Fish Oil on Periodontal Health December 15/Niigata, Japan/China Weekly News -- According to recent research from Niigata, Japan, "Fish oil has anti-inflammatory actions that may benefit periodontal health. We investigated
The statistics are impressive. Some 74% of consumers believe there are health benefits to the inclusion of omega-3s in their diet, and 58% indicate using omega-3 alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) improves overall heart health 1.
As marketers of conventional foods, functional foods and dietary supplements pore over data looking for new product opportunities that answer consumer needs, foods and beverages that address health issues, often specific health conditions, come to the forefront.
A new study has revealed that extra-virgin olive oil can protect the liver from oxidative stress. As part of the study, scientists exposed rats to a moderately toxic herbicide known to deplete antioxidants and cause oxidative stress, finding that those rats fed on a diet containing the olive oil were partially protected from the resulting liver damage.