Antioxidant 'Zine

A newly published study, in the Journal of Alzheimer, investigating the association of seizures and cognitive decline, dementia in adults with Down Syndrome yields promising results for those who incorporate anti-oxidant supplementation.  

Two weeks of supplementing the diet with a tomato paste may improve the function of blood vessels in healthy adults, says a new study from Greece.  

Did you take your vitamins today? Many of us have been so seduced by the idea that supplements help protect us against ill health that we happily pop one, two or even more a day — and feel guilty if we forget. In the UK alone, we spend more than £300 ...  

Diisocyanates are a common cause of occupational asthma, but risk factors are not well defined. A case-control study was conducted to investigate whether genetic variants of antioxidant defense genes, glutathione S-transferases (GSTM1, GSTT1, GSTM3, GSTP1), manganese superoxide dismutase (SOD2) and microsomal epoxide hydrolase (EPHX1) are associated with increased susceptibility to diisocyanate asthma (DA). The main study population consisted...  

2012-05-21 15:59:48 - A variety of fruits, and leafy green and non-starchy vegetables, provide the most nutrient density per calorie of any food choices. New York, NY – May 21, 2012 -- Recent research conducted at Fordham University points to the ...  

Alzheimer's disease (AD) is now the sixth leading cause of death among Americans, affecting nearly 1 in 8 people over the age of 65. There is currently no treatment that alters the course of this disease. However, an increasing amount of evidence suggests that changes in the way the body handles iron and other metals like copper and zinc may start years before the onset of AD symptoms. A new study shows that reducing iron levels in blood...  

Popcorn's reputation as a snack food that's actually good for health popped up a few notches as scientists reported that it contains more of the healthful antioxidant substances called "polyphenols" than fruits and vegetables. They spoke at the 243rd National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society (ACS), the world's largest scientific society. Joe Vinson, Ph.D...  

Environ, the skincare range developed by eminent South African plastic surgeon Dr. Des Fernandes is introducing new look RAD Antioxidant Sunscreen SPF15 in a larger,100ml size, nourishing the skin and providing vitamin enhanced protection that results in a ...  

All of us enjoy white and red grapes, some are sweeter some just a little tart. We all have diverse palates, and that goes for wine as well. There are numerous differences between red and white wines. A well known fact is that there are a variety of ...  

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/bk3hb7/rubber_antioxidant) has announced the addition of the "Rubber Antioxidant BLE (CAS 68412-48-6) Market Research Report 2012" report to their offering. The study Rubber Antioxidant BLE (CAS 68412-48-6) Market Research Report 2012' presents an overview of the Rubber Antioxidant BLE market globally and regionally by contemplating and analyzing its...  

Previous research on animal and physiological models suggests that antioxidant supplements have beneficial effects that may prolong life. Some observational studies also suggest that antioxidant supplements may prolong life, whereas other observational studies demonstrate neutral or harmful effects. A new review shows that antioxidant supplements seem to increase mortality. The current evidence does not support the use of antioxidant...  

Previous research on animal and physiological models suggests that antioxidant supplements have beneficial effects that may prolong life. Some observational studies also suggest that antioxidant supplements may prolong life, whereas other observational studies demonstrate neutral or harmful effects. Our Cochrane review from 2008 demonstrated that antioxidant supplements seem to increase mortality...  

Advanced antioxidants improve skin tone, and now, the Ultimate Day Moisturizer - Kinerase - provides advanced all-day moisture and antioxidant benefits. Used daily, skin begins to take on a fresh appearance. The highest concentration of kinetin ...  

The skeletal muscle ryanodine receptor is an essential component of the excitation–contraction coupling apparatus. Mutations in RYR1 are associated with several congenital myopathies (termed RYR1-related myopathies) that are the most common non-dystrophic muscle diseases of childhood. Currently, no treatments exist for these disorders. Although the primary pathogenic abnormality involves defective excitation–contraction coupling, other...  

While DMAA dominated the headlines at the end of the month, there was plenty of excitement at the beginning of April with Schiff’s $150m acquisition of Airborne, GNC’s tie up with Mark Wahlberg, a sales explosion for 7-keto and a $500,000 fine for Bodybuilding.com’s boss for selling supplements laced with steroids.  

ZURICH, May 4, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --  A new, one-year, double-blind controlled clinical study shows that cacao-flavonoids and soy isoflavones can significantly improve biomarkers of CVD risk in postmenopausal women with type 2 diabetes[1]. The trial, conducted by Peter J....  

Nuclear factor (erythroid-derived 2)-like 2 (Nrf2) is a key transcription factor regulating a plethora of detoxifying enzymes and antioxidant genes involved in drug metabolism and defence against oxidative stress. The glucocorticoid receptor (GR) is a ...  

Antioxidant micronutrient supplementation may be beneficial for critical ill patients. Often cocktails of antioxidant micronutrients are used. In this perspective meta-analyses of available randomized controlled trials of antioxidant micronutrients ...  

Bharatbook from its exhaustive collection has come out with a report " Antioxidant Products in the U.S.: Foods, Beverages, Supplements and Personal Care " which gives an overview, Demand, Supply Trends and industry analysis reports.Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/16/2012 -- Antioxidants are found in a diversity of consumer packaged goods—from fruit juices to deodorant—but reflect a metatrend whereby the link between dietary...  

The oxygen radical absorbance capacity test, developed by USDA scientists in the mid-1990s, measures antioxidant levels in food, but experts said it should not be used to decide which food is most healthful. Companies use the score "as if it's the final ...  

Alzheimer's disease (AD) is now the sixth leading cause of death among Americans, affecting nearly 1 in 8 people over the age of 65. There is currently no treatment that alters the course of this disease. However, an increasing amount of evidence suggests that changes in the way the body handles iron and other metals like copper and zinc may start years before the onset of AD symptoms. A new study...  

Background— Diet-induced obesity is associated with metabolic heart disease characterized by left ventricular hypertrophy and diastolic dysfunction. Polyphenols such as resveratrol and the synthetic flavonoid derivative S17834 exert beneficial systemic and cardiovascular effects in a variety of settings including diabetes mellitus and chronic hemodynamic overload. Methods and Results— We characterized the structural and functional features of...  

Alzheimer's disease (AD) is now the sixth leading cause of death among Americans, affecting nearly 1 in 8 people over the age of 65. There is currently no treatment that alters the course of this disease. However, an increasing amount of evidence suggests that changes in the way the body handles iron and other metals like copper and zinc may start years before the onset of AD symptoms. A new study shows that reducing iron levels in blood...  

According to a recent survey carried out by US market researcher, Packaged Facts, cosmetics tagged with the word 'antioxidant' are favored by the consumer as research finds retail sales of these products were estimated at $3.9 billion in 2011, with skin care taking the lead at $2.2 billion.  

Most people have heard of antioxidants and free radicals, but many are unclear as to what they actually are. Free radicals are atoms which contain an odd number of electrons. They tend to form with the action of oxygen on certain molecules, and in an attempt to obtain another electron in order to stabilize themselves, [...]  

Deciding what to eat often involves considering calories, portion size and vitamin content. Now a widely used lab test adds antioxidant power to that calculation. The oxygen radical absorbance capacity, or ORAC test measures the antioxidant ...  

Popcorn's reputation as a snack food that's actually good for health popped up a few notches today as scientists reported that it contains more of the healthful antioxidant substances called "polyphenols" than fruits and vegetables. They spoke at the 243rd National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society (ACS), the world's largest scientific society, being held here this week.  

Background: Cephalotaxus spp. are known to possess various therapeutic potentials. Cephalotaxus griffithii, however, has not been evaluated for its biological potential. The reason may be the remoteness and inaccessibility of the habitat where it is distributed. The main aim of this study was to: (1) evaluate multiple biological potentials of stem bark of C. griffithii, and (2) identify solvent extract of stem bark of C. griffithii to find the...  

Paradoxically, in eukaryotic cells, hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) accumulates in response to oxygen deprivation (hypoxia). The source of H2O2 under hypoxia varies according to the species, organs, and tissue. In non-photosynthetic tissues, H2O2 is mainly produced by activation of NAD(P)H-oxidases or by disruption of the mitochondrial electron transport chain (m-ETC). This study showed that hypoxia, and inhibitors of respiration like potassium...  

Vinistilbene™, antioxidant compounds from grapevineNutraIngredients.comVinistilbene™, a new product developed by Layn, is a 100% natural ingredient from grapevine, standardized in resveratrol and viniferin, particularly suitable for anti-aging and antioxidant formulations. The global wine and table grape industry ...  

The Doctors Health Press, a publisher of various natural health newsletters, books and reports, including the popular online Doctors Health Press e-Bulletin, is reporting on study that has shown astaxanthin, a potent antioxidant that is part of the ...  

Because of the huge amount of ingredients involved I have listed them under the headings "Real Food" and "Additives." [antioxidant(306), flavour] Antioxidant (306) is a tocopherol which is a natural fat soluble antioxidant also known as Vitamin E.  

Hepatitis B virus (HBV) is a major etiological factor of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). However, the precise pathogenetic mechanisms linking HBV infection and HCC remain uncertain. It has been reported that decreased antioxidant enzyme activities are ...  

The key to help preventing consumers’ heart related deaths is an antioxidant called resveratrol, most naturally found in the herb, polygonum cuspidatum.Contributor: David WeisbruchPublished: May 22, 2012  

Since oxidative stress has been reported to promote hearing loss, researchers from the Medical University of South Carolina and the University of Michigan tested the effects of an antioxidant-enriched diet on age-related hearing loss in lab mice.  

Since oxidative stress has been reported to promote hearing loss, researchers from the Medical University of South Carolina and the University of Michigan tested the effects of an antioxidant-enriched diet on age-related hearing loss in lab mice.  

“With Revagard you get highly effective antioxidants, plus only the finest grape extract, to enhance anti-aging defenses and make a difference in your health.” - Mark Rosenberg, M.D. Delray Beach, FL (PRWEB) May 07, 2012 Vitalmax Vitamins states the ...  

Janelle Tam, a student from the Waterloo Collegiate Institute, has won the first prize in the 2012 Sanofi BioGENEius Challenge Canada for her discovery of a disease-fighting, anti-oxidant compound utilizing nano-crystalline cellulose (NCC).  

Most studies on dietary supplements are mixed. While foods rich in certain nutrients appear to be protective, taking those same vitamins in a pill often don’t have the same positive effect. The same may be true about taking antioxidant supplements in ...  

SINGAPORE (ICIS)--BASF is investing in an antioxidant production line in Jurong , Singapore , to meet demands in Asia and the Middle East , the...  

Law360, New York (May 03, 2012, 6:30 PM ET) -- R.C. Bigelow Inc. was hit with a putative class action Wednesday in California federal court alleging the tea company made illegal and misleading health claims about antioxidants even after other tea makers ...  

Popcorn contains more of the healthful antioxidant substances called “polyphenols” than fruits and vegetables, say scientists. Joe Vinson, PhD, a pioneer in analysing healthful components in chocolate, nuts and other common foods, explained that the ...  

However, because most chocolate is high in added sugar and fat, diabetics are not encouraged to go out and eat a lot of candy bars. Small amounts of dark chocolate are higher in flavonoids than milk chocolate (white chocolate has none), but remember the ...  

With more than 1.7 million people sustaining a traumatic brain injury each year, the need to identify processes to limit inflammation and subsequent damage is critical. Approximately 275,000 people are hospitalized annually with traumatic brain ...  

In the current study a group of investigators from led by Dr. Othman Ghribi, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Pharmacology, Physiology, and Therapeutics, University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences, rabbits were fed a high ...  

MarketResearch.com has announced the addition of the new report "Antioxidant Products in the U.S.: Foods, Beverages, Supplements, and Personal Care," to their collection of Functional Foods & Beverages market reports. For more information, visit http://www ...  

The number of people who have received unhealthy liver panel tests continues to grow, as large segments of the population have now been diagnosed with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. However, a new study suggests that a powerful antioxidant ...  

ScienceDaily (Apr. 10, 2012) — Alzheimer's disease (AD) is now the sixth leading cause of death among Americans, affecting nearly 1 in 8 people over the age of 65. There is currently no treatment that alters the course of this disease. However, an ...  

Protandim and True Science are the only anti-aging supplements clinically proven and with multiple peer review studies that back up its science and real results. Protandim is the newest anti-aging supplement that has been the main focus on several clinical ...  

South African company Green Cell Technologies claims to have created a super-antioxidant extract from tea with an Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity (ORAC) value of 1,700,000 per 100g. This is the highest known commercially extracted ORAC value ...  

Not to be outdone by mint tape, beverages claiming to prevent hangovers have dipped their toe into the antioxidant beverages market. Resurrection Anti-Hangover ... Packaged Facts also offers a full range of custom research services. To learn more, visit ...  

Cocoa beans are rich in a class of plant nutrients called flavonoids. Flavonoids help protect plants from environmental toxins and help repair damage. » Flavanols are the main type of flavonoid found in cocoa and chocolate. In addition to ...  

NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - Mar 23, 2012) - Antioxidants are featured in a diversity of consumer packaged goods -- from granola bars to vitamin ... nutritional supplements and to personal care products, cosmetics." Antioxidant featuring pet foods and ...  

In the current study a group of investigators from led by Dr ... "Our data show that treatment with the iron chelator deferiprone opposes several pathological events induced by a cholesterol-enriched diet...Deferiprone reduced the generation ...  

Joe Vinson, who studies healthy components in foods like chocolate, nuts and other popular foods, said in a press release that popcorn hulls are “…are nutritional gold nuggets” and deserve more respect that they normally get from sticking between your teeth.  

POPCORN, when it's not slathered in butter and coated in salt, is already known to be a healthy snack food and now a group of scientists say it may even top fruits and vegetables in antioxidant levels. The researchers said they found great amounts of ...  

(NaturalNews) Resveratrol has been a popular buzz word around the alternative health community for more than a decade, touted for its anti-aging properties and potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory actions at the cellular level. Found in high ...  

Antioxidants are featured in a diversity of consumer packaged goods—from granola bars to vitamin shakes to detox skin care—and according to a new report from market researcher Packaged Facts named "Antioxidant Products in the U.S.: Foods ...  

Another disappointing clinical trial found that over-the-counter dietary supplements work no better than placebos at halting ... Daily exercise, according to Marshall, and a Mediterranean-style diet based on fruits, vegetables, nuts, legumes ...  

The market for antioxidant products –- which includes everything from fruit juices and vitamin shakes to deodorant -- is poised for explosive growth over the next decade, according to a new report by the market research firm Packaged Facts.  

The new study – published in Neurology – suggests that consumption of foods that contain high levels of omega-3 fatty acids may be associated with lower blood levels of the protein, which has been implicated in the onset of Alzheimer's disease and memory problems.  

LIKE any average Cebuano, I could say that my knowledge of Omega-3 fatty acids reaches only as far as knowing that these renowned food supplements can be found in oil-rich, large fishes, the likes of whales and sharks. That makes me think of Omega-3 with certain surrealism.  

DUBLIN, May 6 — While the consumption of oily fish like salmon, mackerel and sardines may be the best dietary way to get your intake of omega-3 fatty acids, a group of cardiologists say that supplements can offer an alternative, provided consumers check the label. At a conference hosted by the European Society of Cardiology in Dublin, Ireland, ...  

US retail sales of products making antioxidant claims grew a healthy 8.6% to $64.8bn in 2011, although marketers are still struggling to articulate their benefits to consumers, according to a new report from Packaged Facts.  

Eight weeks of supplementation with watercress may reduce markers of oxidative stress and damage after exhaustive exercise, suggests a new study.  

“But then when I tried a pure cacao bean, I actually liked it ... “Cacao beans have incredibly high levels of antioxidants –– higher than blueberries, acaí berries, goji berries –– but the alkali kills all of those antioxidants.”  

Supplementation with cacao-flavonoids and soy isoflavones may improve levels of biomarkers of heart disease in postmenopausal, diabetic women, says a new study.  

Oxis International has paired with marketing agency engage:BDR to launch new health and nutrition products based on the antioxidant L-ergothioneine.  

A study shows consumption of omega-3 fatty acids is associated with lower blood levels of beta-amyloid protein, a possible indication of increased risk for Alzheimer's disease.  

People who eat a diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids may significantly lower their risk of developing memory problems and Alzheimer's disease, a new study has found.  

Botaneco Launches New Hydresia® Delivery System Platform and Vegelatum® Omega-3 products to the Personal Care Market  

There's a new health alert concerning omega-3 fatty acids and memory.