Industry Watch
Freshwater alga could be the next superfood that feeds the world
10th February 2025
A new study has shown that Chlorella Vulgaris, a freshwater microalga high in protein, carbohydrates, lipids, vitamins, and minerals could be the next ‘superfood’ - enabling scientists in dealing with global food security issues while promoting environmental sustainability.
Chlorella Vulgaris can be blended into food products to improve their nutritional value. It is a promising nutraceutical ingredient with its antioxidant attributes, detoxifying effects, and immune support.
Social networking app created to improve patient care across the globe launches in UK
10th February 2025
A social networking app called SurgeOn aimed to improve patient care worldwide was launched in the UK on 21st January 2025. The app has already been successful in the US, over 17,000 doctors have signed up and it is now available for the NHS.
It has been described as “Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube all rolled into one”. The app will enable doctors to ask questions, share skills, and learn from each other on a global level.
Glass of milk a day cuts bowel cancer risk
- study
13th January 2025
A large UK prospective study found that having more calcium in the diet (equal to a glass of milk per day) was associated with decreasing the risk of bowel cancer.
The study investigated the diets of over half a million women over 16 years old and found bread and non-dairy milks containing calcium and dark leafy greens were associated with being protective against bowel cancer.
The researchers found that consuming too much-processed meat and alcohol was associated with increasing the risk of bowel cancer.