Research

Are vitamin D levels linked to mental health?

Low levels of vitamin D may be associated with an increased risk of depression in mid-life, says a new study from University College London in the UK.

http://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/Research/Are-vitamin-D-levels-linked-to-mental-health

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Flaxseed-fed cows produce omega-3-rich milk, US researchers claim

Lactating cows fed flaxseed produce milk containing more omega-3 fatty acids and less saturated fat, US researchers have claimed.

http://www.dairyreporter.com/R-D/Flaxseed-fed-cows-produce-omega-3-rich-milk-US-researchers-claim

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Green tea supplements may benefit skin from within

Oral supplements containing extracts from green tea may help protect against sunburn and the longer-term effects of UV damage, says a new study from the UK.

http://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/Research/Green-tea-supplements-may-benefit-skin-from-within

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Antioxidant wood extract shows immune benefits

An antioxidant larch bark extract reduced cold episodes 23% compared to placebo, a German study has found.

http://www.nutraingredients.com/Research/Antioxidant-wood-extract-shows-immune-benefits

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Chemical contaminant linked to obesity in mice

Food chain contaminant tributyltin (TBT) causes transgenerational obesity in mice, according to researchers in California, suggesting it could raise similar concerns to Bisphenol A (BPA).

http://www.foodproductiondaily.com/Packaging/Chemical-contaminant-linked-to-obesity-in-mice
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Omega-3 rich diet can boost children’s IQ, says meta-analysis

Supplementing children's diets with fish oil is one of several effective ways to raise a young child’s IQ levels, according to a new report.

http://www.nutraingredients.com/Research/Omega-3-rich-diet-can-boost-children-s-IQ-says-meta-analysis
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Lutein pills may boost night vision: RCT

Daily supplements of lutein may improve vision and help with tasks such as driving at night, say data from a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.

http://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/Research/Lutein-pills-may-boost-night-vision-RCT
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Beta-carotene may offer diabetes protection for those with genetic risk: Study

Higher intake of beta-carotene could help those with a higher genetic predisposition for type 2 diabetes to lower their risk, while high intake of gamma-tocopherol may increase risk, suggest researchers.

http://www.nutraingredients.com/Research/Beta-carotene-may-offer-diabetes-protection-for-those-with-genetic-risk-Study