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System of embargoing press releases skews perception of nutrition studies, GOED chief says

Recent research results about the effectiveness of omega 3 fatty acids in the prevention of secondary heart attacks have been generalized to cast doubt on the value of the ingredients' overall effectiveness in cardiovascular health.  This is unfortunate, says Adam Ismail, global director of the Global Association of EPA and...

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Is theobromine responsible for cocoa’s cholesterol benefits?

The potential of cocoa to beneficially impact ‘good’ cholesterol levels may be linked to the theobromine content and not the flavonoids, says a new study from Unilever Research & Development Vlaardingen.

Big interview: Kevin Cleary, CEO Clif Bar & Company

Clif Bar CEO: 'The protein trend is hot for men and women right now'

Nutrition bars enter - and exit - the snacks aisle at the speed of light these days. So how has Clif Bar managed to sustain the kind of growth rivals can only dream of, year after year? Elaine Watson caught up with CEO Kevin Cleary to find out.

Red blood cells harbor Pycnogenol metabolite, research shows

Horphag Research knew the what about their flagship ingredient, Pycnogenol, as it pertained to its many health benefits.  But until a recent study, the company was a little hazy on the how and the where.

Nutrition 21 gets NDI for arginine silicate ingredient

The US Food and Drug Administration has accepted Nutrition 21’s inositol-stabilized arginine silicate (Nitrosigine) as a New Dietary Ingredient (NDI).

High dose B vitamins help prevent Alzheimer’s, says researchers

A new study is suggesting that a high dose of B vitamins could stop the onset of Alzheimer’s by preventing shrinkage of the medial temporal lobe, the area of the brain that defines the disease.

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Dannon touts Oikos Greek yogurt to protein-hungry ‘fitness-minded men’ from DairyReporter.com

Dannon has begun targeting “fitness-minded men” with its Oikos Greek yogurt brand, and is “exploring the possibility” of marketing its Greek yogurt portfolio to men in the long-term.

Coffee consumption linked to lower risk of autoimmune liver disease from NutraIngredients.com

Regular consumption of coffee is associated with a reduced risk of a damaging autoimmune liver disease known as PSC, say researchers.

Microbiota composition linked to early infant growth rate from NutraIngredients.com

The composition of the gut microbiota in a new-born baby may have a significant impact on the rate of growth during early infancy, according to new research.

Innovation in action: From stevia to sustainable palm oil… A day at Cargill’s Minneapolis HQ from FoodNavigator-USA.com

Can you make a perfect zero-calorie cola with stevia? Is the US food industry on track to meet sustainable palm oil targets? Are attitudes towards HFCS changing? What’s next for sodium reduction? FoodNavigator-USA headed to Cargill’s Minneapolis HQ to find out what’s happening at the cutting edge of food innovation.  ...

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Lutein + zeaxanthin may reduce risk of progression to advanced AMD, compared to original AREDS formula
AREDS2 data published

Lutein + zeaxanthin may reduce risk of progression to advanced AMD, compared to original AREDS formula

Adding lutein, zeaxanthin and/or omega-3 fatty acids to the AREDS eye health formula may not offer any...

Lutein/zeaxanthin benefits for people with low dietary intakes is an ‘important message’ for the general population: OmniActive COO
AREDS2

Lutein/zeaxanthin benefits for people with low dietary intakes is an ‘important message’ for the general population: OmniActive COO

The significant benefits of adding lutein and zeaxanthin to the AREDS formula for people with low dietary...

Website content an extension of labeling: FDA warning letter shows companies need to ‘think about their real estate space’

Website content an extension of labeling: FDA warning letter shows companies need to ‘think about their real estate space’

The FDA has issued a warning letter for a company website that links to articles with disease...

UNPA: ‘We sense that the GMO issue is substantially more significant than dietary supplement companies think’
Association to hold seminar on 'The Non-GMO Future'

UNPA: ‘We sense that the GMO issue is substantially more significant than dietary supplement companies think’

Dietary supplement manufacturers need to consider the implications of possible GMO labeling initiatives, with the issue more...

CSPI to Bayer: Fix your One A Day claims or we’ll start a lawsuit

CSPI to Bayer: Fix your One A Day claims or we’ll start a lawsuit

The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) is threatening litigation against Bayer for alleged “deceptive practices...

Trade associations urge FDA to issue revised draft guidance on NDI ingredient identity

Trade associations urge FDA to issue revised draft guidance on NDI ingredient identity

The five associations representing the dietary supplement industry have asked the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to...

Vitamin Shoppe: 'Mytrition range doing well and we’ll expand it later this year'

Vitamin Shoppe: 'Mytrition range doing well and we’ll expand it later this year'

Vitamin Shoppe’s ‘unique’ multipacks for men and women branded as Mytrition are doing ‘very well’ and current...