Award «Marca Innueva»
Vitae Caps S.A has been awarded with the prize «Marca Innueva» of the CEEI. The European Center of Companies (CEEI) in Talavera de la Reina-Toledo gave the prize «Marca Innueva» on Thursday 15th of October to Vitae Caps S.A in its IV edition. It is a public recognition to the distinction by the innovation and the […]
Antioxidants may protect pilots from DNA damage
Increased intakes of vitamins C and E and other antioxidants from the diet may protect against DNA damage in people exposed to ionizing radiation such as pilots, says a new study. According to the United Nations Scientific Committee on the Effects of Atomic Radiation (UNSCEAR), airline flight crew workers are exposed to higher average doses […]
Lutein, blackcurrant extract may reduce visual fatigue: Study
A supplement containing lutein, zeaxanthin and blackcurrant extract may reverse signs of visual fatigue, according to a new study from Japan and Singapore. Visual fatigue, caused by many factors, not least staring at computer monitors for long hours, may be eased a daily supplement containing blackcurrant fruit extract (200 mg), lutein (5 mg), and zeaxanthin (1 […]
Could soy isoflavones extend life?
Soy isoflavones may activate anti-ageing proteins and lead to an extension of life, suggests preliminary research from Newcastle University in the UK. Scientists at the university’s Human Nutrition Research Centre and Institute for Cell and Molecular Biosciences at Newcastle University report that the soy isoflavone daidzein may activate a protein called sirtuin1 (Sirt1), previously linked […]
Omega-3, vitamin E mix shows potential for autistic speech
A combination of omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin E may lead to speech improvements in autistic children with verbal disorders, suggests a new study. Verbal apraxia is a speech disorder common in autism, and an estimated 50 per cent of children with autism have apraxia. Furthermore, many thousands more are reported to have […]
Vitae Caps Quality Certificates are updated
Vitae Caps has adapted its Quality System to the new regulation ISO 9001:2008 and the certificate is available on the website. Furthermore, Halal, Kosher and non GMO certificates have been updated and our customers can download them from our website.Category: Quality Source: Vitae Caps
Phytosterols may prevent cancer development: Review
Phytosterols, commonly consumed to reduce cholesterol levels, may also “potentially prevent cancer development”, according to a new review of all the science. The ingredients may work via the traditional route of reducing cholesterol, particularly in the membrane of cancer cells, and by activating an enzyme called caspase which is known to play an essential […]
CLA may protect against elderly muscle loss
CLA (conjugated linolenic acid) is a fatty acid naturally present in ruminant meat and dairy products. Due to changes in the Western diet, average intake of CLA has fallen; if the fat is removed from a dairy product to make a low fat version that will be acceptable to consumers, CLA is removed along with […]
Phytosterols may prevent cancer development
Phytosterols, commonly consumed to reduce cholesterol levels, may also “potentially prevent cancer development”, according to a new review of all the science. The ingredients may work via the traditional route of reducing cholesterol, particularly in the membrane of cancer cells, and by activating an enzyme called caspase which is known to play an essential role […]
Phytosterols for cholesterol cuts supported by review
Phytosterol-enriched foods are efficacious for reducing levels of LDL cholesterol, with no differences between stanols and sterols, or delivery in fat or non fat foods, says a new review. By reviewing 84 trials, researchers from Unilever R&D and Wageningen University report that the science supports the incorporation of phytosterols in various food formats. The findings […]
