Scientists to use microbes and methane to create sustainable Omega 3

Scientists are trying to find a new way to produce the nutritional fatty acids called Omega 3 that are currently sourced from fish oil from the world’s declining natural fish stocks.

Poor fetal, maternal outcomes linked to high-fructose diet in pregnancy

Consuming too much fructose – often present in processed foods – during pregnancy may restrict fetal growth and cause placental defects, a new study suggests.

What are the Health Benefits of Walnuts?

Learn all about the health benefits of walnuts. This article provides both nutritional information and recipes for these single-seeded stone fruits.

Up to 50% of people with undiagnosed coeliac disease have iron deficiency anaemia

Almost a quarter (23%) of British adults recalled being told they were anaemic following a blood test, according to a recent YouGov survey1 for Coeliac UK; the charity is concerned that as anaemia…

Holistic approach to mealtimes could help dementia sufferers

Eating together, providing social support and interaction during meals could help people with dementia avoid dehydration and malnutrition – according to new NIHR-funded research from the University…

Scientists create tasty ginger beverages with healthy qualities

One is a soft drink and the other is milk fermented, both help the intestinal system, and their antioxidant activity may contribute to the prevention of cancer and vascular diseases.

Assessment of total choline intakes in the United States

Choline is an essential nutrient and plays a critical role in brain development, cell signaling, nerve impulse transmission, liver function, and maintenance of a healthy metabolism.

A Mediterranean style diet might slow down ageing and reduce bone loss

Sticking to a Mediterranean style diet might slow down ageing finds the EU funded project NU-AGE.

Grape polyphenols help counter negative effects of high fat diet

Grape polyphenols helped offset some of the adverse health consequences of consuming a high fat diet rich in saturated fat, according to two laboratory studies conducted at the University of North…

Kids’ eating habits highlight need for healthier lunchboxes

New research shows children aged 9-10 years old are receiving almost half of their daily energy requirements from ‘discretionary’ or junk foods.

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