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Healthy women who consumed the omega-3, tomato juice combination had lower levels of cardiovascular disease markers compared with women who consumed only the tomato juice, according to results of a small trial.

In the May 20 issue of BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, V0 AniKamatham Naidu explored the "Antioxidant Potential of Bitter Cumin (Centratherum Anthelminticum (l.) Kuntze) Seeds in In Vitro Models."

BIOSECUR LAB Inc., a privately held, Canadian-based company specializing in the research and development of plant-based bio-ingredients, and P.L. Thomas Inc., a full-service provider of science-supported ingredient solutions for food and food supplements,

Stratum Nutrition, a Novus International Business focusing on nutrition through functional and specialty ingredients, has introduced TeaFense™

Glutathione is an endogenously produced compound that protects the body against the bombardment of free radicals. Lifestyle choices may put the population at risk for glutathione deficiency.

Scientists have found that an antioxidant found in red wine, grapes and nuts -- a substance similar to resveratrol -- could protect against radiation sickness.

Scientists have again discovered that regularly drinking green tea could protect the brain against developing Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.

Higher consumption of antioxidants in the diet may decrease diabetes risk in healthy adults and diabetic patients, according to a study.

Almost half of America's adults take vitamins and other dietary supplements, according to new government figures.

Key questions should be addressed when developing products with bioactives. They include levels needed for efficacy or to meet standards; what claims are permitted; what are the in-use costs; are there stability and flavor issues, among others. Several websites provide assistance.