Marvellous Mangoes

New research suggests that mango may be effective in preventing or halting breast or colon cancers. The American National Mango Board commissioned a variety of studies which tested the effects of mango polyphenol extracts in the laboratory on colon, breast, lung, leukaemia and prostate cancers. Mango showed some impact on lung, leukaemia and prostate cancers, but was […]

Pomegranate may slow breast cancer

Recent research has shown that an ingredient in pomegranates may help to slow the growth of breast cancer. In a study published in Cancer Prevention Research, ellagitannins in the fruit were found to inhibit an enzyme called aromatase in laboratory tests. Aromatase helps the body to produce oestrogen, which stimulates the growth of cancer cells. Drugs known as […]

Do you love chocolate?

There are many reasons why chocolate seems so good Chocolate’s major active ingredient is cocoa, a significant source of the stimulant theobromine so will help to give you a boost. Chocolate also contains the mood-enhancing stimulant phenethylamine – this is thought to be the same neurotransmitte that gives you a runners high and makes you […]

Please do not return samples to the laboratories that may arrive after Wednesday 27th March and up to and including Monday 2nd April.

The laboratories are closed from the 28th March – 2nd April for the Easter Holiday.