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Omega-3s May Reduce Incidence of GingivitisSource: A Naqvi et al., “n-3 fatty acids and periodontitis in U.S. adults,” Journal of the American Dietetic Association, vol. 110, no. 11 (November 2010): 1669–1675.Dietary intake of even modest amounts of omega-3s may significantly improve gum care, according to a study published in the November issue of the Journal of the American Dietetic Association.

Nestlé, PepsiCo Invest in Nutrition Research

The Korean Food and Drug Administration has approved a health claim for Proprietary Nutritionals’ (Kearny, NJ) Cran-Max cranberry concentrate.

New research has emerged linking soy isoflavones to reduced recurrence of breast cancer-at least in some women. The results were published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal on Monday.

In light of the findings of an October 19 Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) study that found that fish oil docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) does not aid against postpartum depression, the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) says that a strong body of scientific evidence does support DHA’s use throughout pregnancy.

New research has been presented at the 9th International Soy Symposium, linking the soy isoflavone genistein to improved biomarkers in women's health and bone health.

DSM Nutritional Products’ (Parsippany, NJ) geniVida genistein may reduce hot flashes and night sweats in postmenopausal women by up to 51%, over three months.

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DSM Nutritional Products Inc. (Parsippany, NJ) has received self-affirmed Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) status for its geniVida pure and soy-free genistein. The ingredient is touted for reducing menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes.

Cran-Gyn DDS by UAS Labs (Eden Prairie, MN) has received Better Nutrition magazine’s “Best of Supplements” award for women’s health.

Several large population studies have shown soy intake to accompany reduced risks of breast cancer in women, but a team of Korean researchers sought to conduct another study, stating that previous findings have often been “inconsistent.” The results were published in the September issue of the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition.

Canola oil may inhibit the growth of breast cancer cells, according to research published in the September issue of the journal Lipids. Researchers at North Dakota State University conducted in vitro and in vivo tests to assess the theory.

Graminex (Saginaw, MI) has introduced G60WS, a clear, water-soluble form of its Graminex flower pollen extract. G60WS is a non-allergenic, non-solvent extract that can be formulated for beverage applications, including ready-to-drink products, dry drink mixes, coffee, and tea.

The baby boomer generation may be associated with cultural revolution and a redefinition of traditional values. However, as the oldest of this generation move through their sixties, most will face the same health concerns that have dogged several generations of their predecessors.

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According to a new study first presented at the Experimental Biology 2009 meeting in New Orleans today, a form of pure genistein reduces the number and duration of hot flashes in peri- and postmenopausal women.

ProCaps Laboratories (Henderson, NV) has partnered with Vitamin Angels (Santa Barbara, CA) to produce prenatal vitamins which will be donated to Vitamin Angels\' Maternal Health Program for distribution worldwide, the company announced on November 4. \"Every year more than 500,000 women die during childbirth...complications from childbirth are a leading cause of death and disability among women of reproductive age in developing countries,\" said Howard Schiffer, founder of Vitamin Angels, a 14-year nonprofit with the aim to fight vitamin A deficiency worldwide.

Adrianne Bendich, Ph.D., of GlaxoSmithKline (GSK; UK) and Byron Johnson of Amway/Nutrilite (Ada, Michigan) were awarded “CRN (Steuben) Apple” awards by the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN; Washington DC.) at its annual symposium for the dietary supplement industry on October 6.

MEDICAL RESEARCH OFTEN OVERLOOKS the needs of women, who tend to be underrepresented in some types of clinical trials. An exception may be the field of dietary supplement research. Several companies that supply raw materials shared new data about the effects of natural products on women's health at this year's Vitafoods conference, held May 5–7 in Geneva.

While the soy foods market continues to grow, the soy supplement market hasn't experienced the same success. In fact, according to Nutrition Business Journal, soy supplement sales declined for the past three years (2004–2006) from their reported high of $106 million in 2003. In contrast, Packaged Facts (Rockville, MD) estimates the soy food and beverage market at $2.1 billion in 2007, up 7% from the prior year. This same report forecasts continued growth through 2012, estimating the market at $3 billion.