Archives for April 27, 2009

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Fats help memory last longer: Study

By Sarah Hills

Eating food that is rich in fat can trigger long-term memory formation, according to new research which could lead to new approaches for tackling obesity and eating disorders.

Snack Size Science: Vitamin chips and mama's diet

By Stephen Daniells

FoodNavigator's Snack Size Science brings you the week's top science. This week we look at how chocolate-eating sheep may give us insights into childhood obesity, and how vitamins may protect against carcinogens hiding in your French fries.

Swine flu impacts global economy

By Mike Stones

The swine flu virus first identified in Mexico cannot be contained, warns Dr Margaret Chan, director-general of the World Health Organization (WHO), as the economic impact of the outbreak continues to spread.