Archives for August 4, 2004

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More work needed on probiotics' benefits

Researchers from Tufts University, Boston, US have concluded from a review of recent literature that further studies need to be carried out to substantiate the link between the ingestion of probiotics and gastrointestinal health.

Brewing counteracts low carb knock for Novozymes

Slight growth for Danish enzymes giant Novozymes in the first half of the year with Europe providing steady returns but US market knocked by the popular low carbohydrate diet that has hit the baking industry.

Food database extends knowledge on potential carcinogens

Extending food scientists' understanding of potential carcinogens in food products and allowing food makers to quantify dietary exposure to these compounds, a group of researchers in Spain have compiled an extensive database of harmful compounds...