Health Conditions / Cancer Risk | Nutraceuticals World

Citrus Pectin Linked to Slowed Prostate Cancer Progression

Treatment with the ingredient resulted in slowed cancer progression, and reductions in antigens over an 18 month period.

11.07.23

Health and Broccoli Sprouts: A Journey of Discovery and Commercial Development

Tony Talalay of Brassica Protection Products explains the history of his father’s unique scientific investigation.

By Sheldon Baker 11.01.23

Probiotics Supplementation Reduces Complications in Colorectal Cancer Patients

The patients, who underwent radical surgery and chemotherapy, saw significant improvements in GI complications and gut dysbiosis.

01.26.23

Vitamin D Use Linked to Lower Melanoma Incidence

The cross-sectional study included 500 adults at an increased risk of skin cancer.

01.12.23

Breaking News | Cancer Risk | Healthcare Trends | Industry & Market News

USDA Launches Virtual Nutrition Center to Promote Science-Based Solutions

Researchers aim to understand what factors influence food choices and how dietary choices, genetics, and environment lead to specific health outcomes.

12.06.22

Cancer Risk | Fiber & Carbohydrates | Probiotics & Prebiotics | Research

Resistant Starch Associated with 60% Reduction in Upper GI Cancer Among Lynch Syndrome Patients

Individuals with Lynch Syndrome have significantly increased risk of developing many types of cancer.

Online Exclusives11.14.22

UK Biobank Study Links Vitamin D Deficiency and Mortality Risk

Odds of all-cause mortality increased by 36% for participants whose vitamin D concentrations were below 25 nmol/L.

10.25.22

Breaking News | Cancer Risk | Research | Research News | Sweeteners

Sugar-Sweetened Drinks Linked to Risk of Certain Cancer Types

A team of researchers at the American Cancer Society analyzed data from over 900,000 cancer-free study participants.

09.15.22

Cancer Risk | Omega-3s | Research | Vitamins

Vitamin D3, Omega-3s, Exercise May Cumulatively Reduce Cancer Risk in Older Adults

A three-year, multicenter trial known as DO-HEALTH tracked 2,157 older adults who took vitamin D and/or omega-3s both with and without exercise.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.06.22

Aging in Place: Healthy Lifestyles Supplement Science-Based Solutions

In all aspects of health, prevention pays off.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 05.03.22

Cocoa Flavanol Supplementation Associated with 27% Reduction in Cardiovascular Death

Trial finds modest reduction in cardiovascular events for those taking cocoa extract, no association between multivitamins and reduced risk of cancer or CVD.

Online Exclusives By Sean Moloughney, Editor 03.16.22

Coffee Intake Associated with Lower Risk of Endometrial Cancer in Meta-Analysis

People in the highest category of coffee intake had a 29% lower relative risk of developing endometrial cancer than those in the lowest category.

01.25.22

Olam Food Ingredients Partners with Brightseed to Use its AI Research Platform

The goal of the partnership will be to identify novel health benefits and compounds in black pepper and garlic, two extensively researched botanicals.

01.13.22

Cancer Survivors with Adequate Nutrition had Self-Reported Higher Quality of Life

Based on NHANES data collected from cancer survivors, the authors of a review found that the use of supplements was linked to long-term, cost-effective benefit.

01.11.22

Review Breaks Down Vitamin D’s Relationship to Skin Cancer Risk

A epidemiological review of vitamin D largely found diet, rather than prolonged sun exposure, is best for reducing skin cancer risk.

12.03.21

Carbohydrate Quality Index Correlated with Breast Cancer Risk in Women

Refined carbohydrates lack the nutrients and fiber seen in whole carbs, and are tied to a high glycemic index, two relevant variables in cancer risk.

12.03.21

Low Vitamin D Linked to Colorectal Cancer Risk in Black Women

Taken together, disproportionate rates of vitamin D insufficiency and colorectal cancer in Black women may be correlated.

11.05.21

Low Vitamin D Linked to Risk of Young-Onset Colorectal Cancer

Vitamin D intake of 300 IU or more was linked to an approximately 50% lower risk in developing cancer or precancerous polyps, researchers suggest.

08.19.21

In Vitro Study of Red Seaweed Identifies Potentially Beneficial Compounds

A specific type of sugar found in this staple of Japanese cuisine was pointed to for potential association with colon cancer reduction.

06.22.21

Epidemiological Study Finds Vegetarians Have Healthier Biomarker Profiles than Meat-Eaters

This trend applied to adults of any age and weight, which was unaffected by smoking and alcohol consumption, according to data from over 177,000 U.K. adults.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.18.21