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Potential lifeline for probiotic yoghurt claims.
Loopholes in the law may save probiotic yoghurt manufacturers from having to remove products from sale when the new EU nutrition and health claims legislation comes into effect.
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New study highlights benefits of resveratrol.
The Daily Express refers to studies at the US Laboratory of Obesity and Aging Research, which highlighted a mechanism for the health benefits of resveratrol, an antioxidant compound found in the seeds and skins of grapes, and in red wine. It was found that resveratrol inhibits the activity of phosphodiesterases (PDEs), enzymes that help regulate cell energy. As a result, the researchers propose that resveratrol has potential for the prevention and treatment of type-2 diabetes, Alzheimer's diseases and heart disease.
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Outbreak of Salmonella Newport reported.
The Health Protection Agency has notified the Food Standards Agency (FSA) of an outbreak of Salmonella Newport infection, which has so far affected 30 people. One person has died of the infection, although they also had serious underlying health issues. The cause of the outbreak, which was first detected in early December 2011, is unconfirmed, although a potential link to watermelons has been identified. The FSA is warning people of the importance of washing fruits and vegetables prior to consumption to reduce the risk of illness. It will update consumers as soon as further significant information is available.
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