Increased levels of lutein and zeaxanthin may reduce the risk of cataract by about 40%, suggests new research. The highest average levels of lutein and zeaxanthin were associated with a 42 and 41% reduction in

Plant sterols in supplement form may cut cholesterol levels by as much as 5%, says a new study. Six weeks of supplementation reduced LDL cholesterol levels by 4.9% and total cholesterol by 2.8% when the

Sterols food players are surprised Germany’s food agency has called for a safety review of the cholesterol-lowering  ingredient when, they say, the job has already been performed by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). The

Natural Vitamin E (NVE) prices have increased substantially in recent years due to several converging factors which have created a significant supply/demand imbalance. The primary reason for the sharp price increase in NVE relates to

Daily intake of plant sterols – well established to reduce cholesterol levels – may also produce «modest» reductions in triglyceride levels, says a new review Data from 12 clinical trials indicated that intakes of about 2

Scientists claim to have uncovered the first evidence for one of vitamin E’s normal bodily functions. The team of researchers found that the powerful antioxidant – found in most foods – helps to repair tears