The practice of including warnings about possible food allergens on consumer goods is becoming more commonplace across the globe. According to the Directive 2003/89/EC in the European Union, all foods that contain traces of a specific list of potential allergens…
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Resveratrol Improves Cardiovascular Health in Obese Adults: The First Evidence Using Oral Administration in a Clinical Trial Setting
http://cdnimg.visualizeus.com/thumbs/29/72/ heart,love,wine-29724debce5dd7 043eec161bac00a030_h.jpg It is well documented that red wine harbors many health benefits; including, but not limited to, cardiovascular improvements. Research has shown that it is likely the polyphenols in the skins of grapes that provide these health benefits. …
Grape Pomace: The Diabetes Wonderdrug
Before I launch into today’s post, I just want to give a big hello to those visiting from the blog Swirl, Sip, Snark, who recently wrote a great mini-review of this blog! Of course, hello to both my new and…
The Next Step Toward a “Super Wine”: Fortification with Resveratrol May Not Affect Sensory Characteristics of Some Wines
http://www.flickr.com/photos/andreanna/4244854623/ “Functional foods” or “superfoods” are growing increasingly popular among consumers looking for a healthier alternative to their current diet. Functional foods, which are often enhanced or fortified with compounds designed to better ones’ health (i.e., antioxidants), intend to provide…