Scientists identify compounds that may enhance antitumor activity of vitamin D

Roswell Park Cancer Institute (RPCI) research on the most potent form of vitamin D, commonly called calcitriol, offers new insights into approaches that may enhance the antitumor activity of this…

Pollutants in fish inhibit human’s natural defense system

In a new study, environmental pollutants found in fish were shown to obstruct the human body’s natural defense system to expel harmful toxins.

Taxing unhealthy fats can lead to healthier diets, new analysis shows

In a new paper published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition, researchers from the Oxford Martin Programme on the Future of Food show that the Danish Saturated Fat Tax did have a positive…

Dental public health expert welcomes report on the state of British children’s teeth

The Local Government Association has published a report that states that around 100 children and teenagers a day are being admitted to hospital for surgery to remove rotten teeth.

A better nutritional facts panel

The ubiquitous nutrition facts panel has graced food packages for many years.