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A study conducted by the Institute for Biochemistry at the Heinrich-Heine University of Dusseldorf, Germany, has examined the photo-protective effects of the natural antioxidant tomato complex, Lyc-O-Mato from Lycored compared with synthetic lycopene.

Little bags of nuts are gaining ground as the snack option of the healthy consumer, according to the Almond Board of California.

Wimm-Bill-Dann Foods has launched Neo Beauty, an innovative dairy drink containing the unique 3D Regeneo formula with aloe vera. Neo Beauty is the first functional food product of its kind on the Russian market, with a defined impact on overall health and particularly the state of skin, nails and hair.

California-based Lifeline Food has launched Lifetime Body Smart for Women, claimed to be the only cheese specifically formulated for the daily health and diet needs of women.

Antistress Brennessel from Austria’s Sonnenalm Getrankevertrieb GmbH is a new soft drink made from stinging nettles that has an anti-stress effect.

Keeping hydrated can increase concentration, reduce fatigue and irritability and result in a more relaxed and productive environment, says Health Education Trust.

Cooler Innovation magazine finds out more about how the Royal College of Nursing's 'Nutrition Now' campaign could impact on healthcare in the UK.

South Korean schools will be banned from selling or supplying soft drinks to students from the end of this year, under new regulations from the Ministry of Education and Human Resources Development.