Research

One of the first clinical studies to look at the effect of sulforaphane on breast tissues of women diagnosed with breast cancer showed that...

The immune system weakens as the body ages, making older adults more susceptible to infections. Low levels of zinc impair immunity, particularly in older...

Packaging on supermarket goods can leave ‘older’ consumers feeling powerless and vulnerable, according to a study carried out at the University of Portsmouth. Issues such...

Results from four major European Union (EU)-funded nutrition projects exploring weight management, heart disease and healthy ageing are to be presented at Vitafoods Europe...

Women and men from all around the world are becoming increasingly sensitive towards products they consider unnatural. Additives such as artificial colors and flavors have...

Researchers from the University of Granada (UGR) have proven that frying in Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) is the cooking method that increases the...

Healthier and longer lasting pita bread may be the outcome of barley research underway at the University of Adelaide’s Waite campus. Researchers in the School...

Cashews are a good source of nutrients as they are rich in healthy unsaturated fats, high in dietary fiber and have an excellent profile...

Insect oil is a possible new source of the healthy omega-3 fatty acid as they make fatty acids naturally and can live on organic...

A study from the Institute of Food Research (IFR) has provided new evidence on the background levels of spores of Clostridium botulinum in raw...