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Resveratrol may support healthy blood circulation in obese adults: Study
Daily supplements of resveratrol may boost blood flow and support heart health, says a new study using DSM’s Resvida product.
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Naturex CEO talks HQ expansion, green credentials and the memory of Jacques Dikansky
Naturex hosted 500 of its employees and guests the weekend just passed as it inaugurated a €12m expansion of its Avignon HQ in southern France. We caught up with CEO Thierry Lambert who said further expansion at its other global sites was very much on the agenda for the €300m business with 15 production units in Europe, the US, Brazil, Australia, Morocco and India.
Potatoes offer nutritional value for money, say researchers
When it comes to getting nutritional value for your money, potatoes should be top of the list, according to new research published in PLoS One.
Telling a good story is key to communicating scientific data in court, experts say
When communicating scientific information to a jury in a court proceeding, just remember your bedtime reading skills. Telling a good story well is the key, experts say.
Seaweed could make ‘excellent’ nutritional supplements, says researchers
Red and brown seaweed are rich in minerals and nutrients and carry great potential for use in nutritional supplements, according to new research.
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.
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.
Multi-component supplement may boost weight loss, says new human study
A multi-component supplement containing raspberry ketone, caffeine, capsaicin, garlic, ginger and bitter orange extracts may enhance body composition, and reduce hip and waist girth in overweight men and women, says a new study.
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Dark chocolate enhances mood but not cognition, say researchers
Cocoa flavanols in dark chocolate may keep you calmer and content but no link has been established with enhanced cognitive performance, according to a study funded by Barry Callebaut.
Study unlocks benefits of walnut for heart health
The heart health benefits of walnuts may be linked to different parts of the nuts acting on different physiological functions, says new data in the Journal of Nutrition.
Pine bark extract shows benefits against metabolic syndrome: Human data
Daily supplements of Pycnogenol, an extract from the bark of the French maritime pine, may help reduce health risk factors associated with metabolic syndrome, suggests new data from a human study.
DSM Q1 sales steady; happy with acquisitions
Strong nutrition sales drove a steady quarter at DSM with sales up 10% in that division, as EBITDA profits improved €5m across the company to €311m compared to €306m in Q1 2012.
Spirulina can better manage blood sugar in diabetes patients
Indian researchers have found evidence that spirulina can help type 2 diabetes patients manage their blood sugar levels, among other benefits.
Grape intake may protect against MetS-related organ damage: Rat data
Consuming polyphenol-rich grapes may help protect against organ damage associated with the progression of metabolic syndrome, according to new research in rats.
Plandai announces licensing agreement to bring its highly bioavailable extracts to market
Plandai Biotechnology, a company built on a technology offering higher levels of bioavailability for its plant extracts, has entered into a licensing arrangement with a UK company covering the development of its line of extracts based on a new technology.
Juice powder shows antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits for obese women
Capsules containing a blend of fruit, berry, and vegetable juice powder may decrease markers of oxidative stress and inflammation in obese women, says a new study from Austria.
Apple compounds may influence inflammatory genes, show potential for IBD
Compounds extracted from apple peel may influence expression of a key inflammatory gene, suggests new data from Germany with potential implications for IBD.
Sabinsa's new patent covers trio of compounds in weight management
Sabinsa Corporation has extended its IP portfolio in the fast growing weight management category with a new patent covering the use of a trio of families of bioactive compounds.
Berries may protect brain functioning, rat study suggests
A diet supplemented with berries could help to protect brain functioning during aging, according to new animal data.
Grape seed extract's blood pressure benefits extend to beverages, study shows
A study being presented at a conference this week has shown that Polyphenolics MegaNatural BP grape seed extract shows similar blood pressure support effects in a beverage matrix as it does in supplement form.
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