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Wine-making waste: a natural weapon to beat bacteria
Grape pomace extract can be used as an effective anti-microbial agent to destroy pathogens and help preserve food, according to new research by Turkish scientists published in the Journal of Science of Food and Agriculture. Grape pomace Pomace consists of grape seeds, skin and stems, and is a rich source of polyphenols. Phenolic substances are... view more... (2004-08-18)
Food shortages threaten Antarctic wildlife
Antarctic whales, seals and penguins could be threatened by food shortages in the Southern Ocean. Numbers of Antarctic krill (Euphausia superba), a shrimp-like crustacean at the heart of the food chain, are declining. The most likely explanation is a dramatic decline in sea-ice. The results are published this week in the journal Nature. view more (2004-11-01)
Ice cream researchers making sweet strides with 'functional foods'
A comfort food, a tasty treat, an indulgence - ice cream conjures feelings of happiness and satisfaction for millions. Ice cream researchers at the University of Missouri have discovered ways to make ice cream tastier and healthier and have contributed to ice cream development and manufacturing for more than a century. view more (2009-11-10)
Progress made on group B streptococcus vaccine
Scientists supported by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), part of the National Institutes of Health, have completed a Phase II clinical study that indicates a vaccine to prevent Group B Streptococcus (GBS) infection is possible. view more (2009-11-02)
Cigarette use may explain asthma epidemic in children, says Mailman School of Public Health study
The rise in cigarette use by adults over the past century may explain the asthma epidemic in children according to a study by researchers at the Mailman School of Public Health. The study is published this month in Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, the scientific journal of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI). view more (2007-05-22)
Carnegie Mellon studies how climate change impacts food production
The old adage, "We are what we eat,'' may be the latest recipe for success when it comes to curbing the perils of global climate warming. view more (2008-04-22)
Virtual food components take the guesswork out of healthy eating
Nutritional information as provided on food labels tell us little about the effects various food components actually have on our body. But that could change, thanks to a novel concept described by New Zealand researcher Dr John Monro in Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture this month - the use of virtual food components (VFCs) to... view more... (2005-02-02)
UCSF study shows asthma self-management programs improve drug adherence, disease control
Asthma patients who spend as little as 30 minutes with a health care professional to develop a personalized self-management plan show improved adherence to medications and better disease control, according to a new study by a team of researchers at the University of California, San Francisco. view more (2009-05-07)
IFR Scientist Receives International Recognition
A scientist from Norwich`s Institute of Food Research is being recognised as one of the world`s top researchers. IFR`s International Coordinator Dr Roger Fenwick is receiving the "Highly Cited Researcher" award from the Institute of Scientific Information (ISI), as one of the top 250 researchers worldwide in the field of agricultural science. Only... view more... (2001-12-04)
Decline of house sparrows due to lack of overwinter food
The decline of the house sparrow in rural areas of Britain over the past two decades has possible occurred because of reduced food supplies, leading to localised extinctions, according to a report by Oxford zoologists published tomorrow [29 August 2002] in Nature. view more (2002-08-28)
Red Wine and Grape Juice Help Defend Against Food-Borne Diseases, according to MU Researchers
Red wine is known to have multiple health benefits. Researchers at the University of Missouri-Columbia have found that red wine may also protect humans from common food-borne diseases. view more (2007-10-11)
Liverpool Scientists Uncover How E.Coli Became Lethal
A University of Liverpool scientist has discovered how the food poisoning bug E.Coli 0157 became deadly to humans. view more (2005-04-04)
Children's Hospital Oakland scientist characterizes new syndrome of allergy, apraxia, malabsorption
A landmark study conducted by Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland is the first to reveal a new syndrome in children that presents with a combination of allergy, apraxia and malabsorption. Autism spectrum disorders were variably present. view more (2009-07-14)
Highlights of leading allergy and immunology research presented for first time at BSI/BSACI congress
Today marks the opening of the Annual Meeting of British Society for Immunology (BSI) and the British Society for Allergy & Clinical Immunology (BSACI) congress - hot new research covers future therapeutic possibilities for Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease, research that aspirin may lead to life-threatening reactions in certain types of asthma, cats... view more... (2002-12-19)
Regulations for health-promoting gentech food products
Newly published report lists regulations for health-promoting gentech food products Differences between EU and US clarified A new report has been published listing the regulations for food crops and medicinal plants that contain extra health-promoting ingredients as a result of genetic modification (gentech). The document is the result of a joint... view more... (2001-12-12)
Road pollution blamed for higher allergy risk in kids
New evidence blames traffic-related pollution for increasing the risk of allergy and atopic diseases among children by more than fifty percent. What's more, the closer children live to roads, the higher their risk. view more (2008-06-13)
Institute of Food Research in 2001
The social impact of food safety; genetic control of bacterial virulence; fish oils, cells and suicide; understanding food texture for improved functionality and enjoyment; these are some of the areas covered in Institute of Food Research's annual report, published today. Highlights from the past year and plans for the future are detailed in the... view more... (2001-05-31)
Breastfeeding does not protect children against developing asthma or allergies
Breastfeeding exclusively or for a prolonged period does not protect children against developing asthma and allergies, according to the results of a large randomised trial published on bmj.com today. view more (2007-09-12)
Key player identified in cascade that leads to hypertension-related kidney damage
A key player in a cascade that likely begins with stress and leads to high blood pressure and kidney damage has been identified by researchers who say the finding may lead to better ways to control both. view more (2009-11-06)
Is the Salad Bar Safe? Produce Concerns Linger after Summer Scares
Widespread reports had most people afraid to eat tomatoes this summer and when tomatoes were vindicated, eating peppers became a fear. A University of Missouri food safety expert says there is only so much that can be done to assure produce is safe to eat. view more (2008-09-23)
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