The study, published in the British Journal of Nutrition, does not prove that low vitamin B6 levels are the cause of Parkinson’s disease, but indicates that additional study should focus on whether increased levels of vitamin B6 may reduce the risk of developing the disease…
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Science strengthens prebiotic potential of almond skins
Thursday, July 15th, 2010The skin of almonds may exert a prebiotic effect and enhance the growth of beneficial bacteria in the gut, says new research.
Using the Model Gut Platform at the Institute of Food Research (IFR) in Norwich, England, researchers led by IFR’s Giuseppina Mandalari report that both natural and blanched almond skins produced significant increases in the population of various gut microbes, including bifidobacteria, according to findings published in the journal of the Federation of European Microbiological Societies (FEMS), Microbiology Letters…
Low vitamin B6 may increase Parkinson’s disease risk
Wednesday, July 14th, 2010Insufficient levels of vitamin B6 may increase the risk of Parkinson’s disease by about 50 per cent, says a new study from Japan.
Compound in wine may protect against stroke
Monday, July 12th, 2010For years, scientists have promoted the health benefits of red wine. Numerous studies have shown that moderate consumption of red wine can help protect against certain cancers and heart disease, and can have a positive effect on blood pressure and cholesterol. Red wine has also been found to help protect the brain during a stroke. However, the key to red wine’s protective powers has remained a mystery.
Now, researchers at the Hopkins Medical School say they have discovered the compound in red wine that may protect the brain from damage following a stroke.
Martek works on a vegetarian source of chondroitin
Friday, July 9th, 2010Martek is developing a vegetarian source of chondroitin – a popular joint health ingredient that is normally sourced from animal cartilage. Chondroitin has established a strong joint health reputation in the US and Asia with studies indicating that supplementation may benefit people suffering from osteoarthritis.
For the moment, chondroitin is predominantly sourced from the cartilage of sharks, and to a lesser extent pigs and cows. But Martek believes that it can bring a vegetarian source of chondroitin to market using its microbial fermentation technology.
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Probiotics show potential to stop C. difficile: Study
Wednesday, July 7th, 2010Daily supplements of a proprietary blend of probiotic bacteria may virtually prevent diarrhoea-associated with C. difficile infection, according to new research from North America.
Additionally, a dose-response was observed, with higher doses of probiotics associated with the greatest protective effect, according to findings published in The American Journal of Gastroenterology, and presented at the International Probiotics Association’s World Congress in Miami.
Resveratrol could help Thalassemia sufferers
Tuesday, July 6th, 2010Biotivia Biceuticals has entered into a collaboration with the University of Ferrara to investigate the potential theraputic effects of its proprietary Resveratrol on Beta Thalassemia patients at two hospitals in Italy and one in Egypt. The Thal Lab, under the university’s department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, is headed by Dr. Roberto Gambari, physician, professor and acknowledged world expert on Thalassemia, Cystic Fibrosis and Sickle Cell Anemia. He will design, manage and analyze the human clinical trials to begin in the last quarter of 2010.
Biotivia is pleased to announce that they have been awarded ‘Trusted Shops’ status
Monday, July 5th, 2010Resveratrol supplement company gets accredited
Biotivia Bioceuticals, the leading developer and manufacturer of Resveratrol supplements and neutraceutical skin care formulations, is proud to announce that they have received the “Trusted Shop” logo.
Trusted Shop is a major online accreditation company who are supported by the European Commission. They help deliver consumer protection whilst promoting specifically accredited businesses that have fulfilled a number of criteria. They have currently given their ‘seal of approval’ to over 7,000 online retailers.
James Betz, founder and CEO of Biotivia says: “This is yet another endorsement of our business, not only in terms of our top quality supplements but also of our customer care and transparent dealing practices. It highlights that after 18 years we are a highly valued and trusted company to all our customers”
Prior to accreditation, all online retailers are subjected to rigorous security tests which have to satisfy over 100 individual criteria. These are based on consumer protection requirements and national and European legislation, which are subjected to constant review. They include:
- Creditworthiness
- Security mechanisms
- Price transparency
- Provision of information
- Customer service
- Data protection
Betz continues: “As a result of passing these stringent tests, we hope that we can give customers peace of mind and a sense of security when they shop with us. The Trusted Shop logo is a symbol of our integrity and good business practice.”
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Resveratrol and ischemic preconditioning in the brain.
Sunday, July 4th, 2010Cardiovascular pathologies in the French are not prevalent despite high dietary saturated fat consumption. This is commonly referred to as the “French Paradox” attributing its anti-lipidemic effects to moderate consumption of red wine. Resveratrol, a phytoalexin found in red wine, is currently the focus of intense research both in the cardiovascular system and the brain.
Current research suggests resveratrol may enhance prognosis of neurological disorders such as, Parkinson’s, Huntington’s, Alzheimer’s diseases and stroke. The beneficial effects of resveratrol include: antioxidation, free radical scavenger, and modulation of neuronal energy homeostasis and glutamatergic receptors/ion channels …
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