Richardson Centre for Food Technology and Research News Archive

Wpg Free Press: Honey, do these genes make me look hypertensive?
November 23, 2017 —
Researchers at the University of Manitoba’s Richardson Centre for Nutraceuticals are hoping to begin rectifying the situation of home gene tests and shoddy science

Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences
CBC: Style de vie et maladies chroniques
November 23, 2017 —
La nutrition, l'activité physique, la génétique ainsi que la flore bactérienne peuvent-elles influer sur l'apparition de maladies chroniques?

Wpg Free Press: Throat spray proven effective for fighting cold, flu
November 3, 2017 —
Cold and flu sufferers, take heart.

Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences
Take part in nutrition research at the U of M
May 30, 2017 —
Volunteers needed for study of bagels made with pea flour

Op-ed: Three popular nutrition diet trends to steer clear of — based on best evidence
April 17, 2017 —
“Alternative facts” aren’t a new concept in the field of nutritional science. Too bad so many people fall for them.

Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences
Participants needed for probiotic study
November 29, 2016 —
Research study investigates the effect of probiotics on weight and body composition.

Research study seeking volunteers
November 21, 2016 —
If you are between 30-46 years of age you may be able to join the study looking at how genetics and lifestyle impact health.

Examining effects of pulse products on health
August 16, 2016 —
Researchers looking for participants for a study examining the effects of pulse products on blood sugar, food Intake, appetite, exercise endurance

Wpg Free Press: Research on a roll
April 11, 2016 —
Gauging the health of at least 1,200 Manitobans

Research and International
Milk may prevent memory loss in the elderly
January 19, 2015 —
Drinking milk may help stave off the effects of aging, including memory loss