All news articles for September 2009

'Sexy' probiotics will bring men to the market

Men are the next key target area for the growing probiotic market, says a new report, but they won’t be turned on by the same health messages as women.

Omega-3 may protect diabetics from heart failure

Increased intakes of omega-3 fatty acids may protect diabetics from heart failure, according to a new study from the Netherlands.

Jury to decide lutein patent dispute case

A US district court has ruled a jury not a judge must decide a long-running patent dispute between leading lutein supplier, Kemin Health and start-up, OmniActive Health Technologies.

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Danone unit recalls infant formula after blending error

Medical nutrition group Nutricia is recalling a batch of specialized infant formula in the US after a manufacturing error was found to have impacted ingredient levels in the formulation.

Senator moots premarket approval for supplements

Senator Arlen Specter put forward the idea of premarket government approval for dietary supplements at a senate hearing yesterday on hidden steroids in body building products.

Probiotics may protect against gum disease: Yakult study

A daily shot of a probiotic milk drink may reduce inflammation and bleeding in the mouth linked to gingivitis and gum disease, says a new study from Germany.

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FDA develops new ways to spread recall information

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a strategic plan for risk communication that outlines ways in which it will let consumers and health professionals know about the products it regulates.

Novus expands from animal to human nutrition

Animal health and nutrition specialist Novus International has announced that it is to expand into the field of human nutrition.

Prebiotics may protect against travellers’ diarrhoea: Study

Supplements of a prebiotic galactooligosaccharide mixture may reduce the incidence of travellers’ diarrhoea by about 34 per cent, says a new study from the UK.

Chocolate passes clinical trial test for artery and heart health

Daily supplements of a flavonoid-rich chocolate may reduce biochemical markers of arterial hardening and boost heart health, say results of a randomized controlled trial.

Industry prepares for battle at hidden steroid hearing

Supplement industry stalwarts and critics are preparing to trade blows today at a senate committee hearing on hidden steroids in body building products.

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New book examines food for disease management

The role of functional food in the management of obesity, diabetes, heart disease and other health conditions is the focus of a new book, which examines the ingredients and science behind the benefits.

Neptune accused of costing krill client $1m

Neptune Technologies and Bioressources is locked in a dispute with a Utah-based dietary supplement manufacturer that accuses the leading krill extract supplier of reneging on supply commitments and costing it $1m.

Harvard’s helping hand for heart health foods

Heart health advice from Harvard Medical School (HMS) tells that public that nutrients such as potassium, calcium and plant sterols and stenols are beneficial in lowering blood pressure and cholesterol, but also warns against those that have "questionable or even damaging effects" on blood pressure and the arteries.

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The benefits of a probiotic witch hunt

Get your pitchforks ready! There are evil-doers out there! We’ve been conned: Probiotics don’t work. Dannon’s settling out of court, EFSA’s rejecting health claims, and the media is starting a witch hunt.

Folic acid may also boost baby’s behaviour

Recommendations to increase folic acid intakes during the early stages of pregnancy may reduce mental and emotional health problems in children, says a new study.

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Spotlight on new probiotic science and technology

Probiotic mechanisms of action, new delivery systems for the healthy bacteria and an overview of the latest clinical trials in humans will be core topics of discussion at the IPA World Congress early next year.

General Mills sued over probiotic claims

The legal firm that mounted the class action against Dannon that resulted in a $35m out-of-court settlement, is one of several law firms that have mounted a similar action against another probiotic product, this time General Mills’ Yo-Plus.

Government sells rights to heart health combo

Omnia Foods has acquired the rights to a cholesterol cutting ingredient made from berberine and plant stanols, originally developed by Canadian government researchers.

FDA’s Hamburg to headline CRN conference

The commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Dr Margaret Hamburg, will address industry at CRN’s Annual Meeting next month.

Low vitamin D levels again linked to higher death risk

Low levels of vitamin D may increase the risk of dying from all causes by 150 per cent, suggests a study with over 700 elderly women.

Omega-3 awareness not backed by supplement choices: Survey

The majority of US consumers believe they are missing omega-3s in their diet, but most do not opt for fish oil supplements to address this need, according to a nationwide survey.

FDA ‘motivates’ firms to correct violations

A warning letter close-out process implemented this month by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) hopes to encourage firms to take corrective action – but so far even responses to warning letters are lacking.

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Senate committee to hold meeting on hidden steroids

A senate committee will next week hold a hearing on hidden steroids in body building products, with participants including food industry representatives, food lawyers and government agencies.

Special edition: Brain health

Regulation: Communicating cognitive health

In the sixth article in our series on brain health, regulations governing the area are explored.

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Inside Yakult's probiotic science culture

In HG Wells’ The War of the Worlds it is not the almighty weapons of humanity that defeated the invading Martians. It is a lack of immunity to the earth’s tiny pathogenic bacteria.

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Nestle’s thinking on brain health

Nestle is investing tens of millions of dollars in brain health. In the fourth part of our series on brain health Dr Jeroen Schmitt, head of cognitive sciences at the Nestle Research Center in Switzerland explains why it's not naive to think that diet can boost mental development in our children, and ease the burden of age-related problems in our grandparents.

Big growth forecast for US children’s healthy drinks market

The US market for children’s food and drink will grow in value by 50 percent from $16.4bn in 2007 to $26.8bn within two years, according to a new report from New Nutrition Business.

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Science: Backing the claims of brain foods

In this fifth part of our series on brain health, we look at which ingredients have the science to back up their hype as edible brain enhancers.

What CEOs earn in the big food firms

NutraIngredients-USA.com looks at the wages of CEOs at six major US food companies, using interactive charts to explore their basic salary and incentives in 2008.

Dannon probiotic claims: 'Ripped' or 'enhanced'?

Reaction to Dannon’s $35m out-of-court probiotic settlement has been varied – from those accusing the company of scientific and marketing negligence to staunch defense of the company’s right to market products even when the science is not conclusive.

USDA joins disease-reduction nutrition research group

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is to set up a new clinical nutrition center at the North Carolina Research Campus, sharing facilities with several academic and industry projects.

Expand probiotics beyond category boundaries, says Euromonitor

New areas of opportunity in the market for probiotics include formulating products specifically targeting men, and expanding to categories beyond gut health and immunity, according to Euromonitor.

Vitamin D may improve colorectal cancer survival

Higher blood levels of vitamin D may double survival rates of colorectal cancer patients, suggests a new study from Harvard researchers.

Fenugreek extract may boost satiety, aid weight management

A galactomannan-rich extract from fenugreek may increase feelings of fullness and help reduce subsequent food intakes, says a new study from Frutarom and the University of Minnesota.

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Supplements key to women’s health, hear Congress staffers

A Congressional briefing held last week stressed the role of dietary supplements as one of the four key pillars of maintaining women’s health.

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Supply: The back-end of brain health

In the third article in this brain health series, we break down some of the key ingredients in the sector.

DSM’s fat emulsion appetite-suppressing power pinpointed

The appetite-suppressing activity of Fabuless, DSM’s fat emulsion, may be due to slowing transit through the intestine, says a new study.

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Markets: More brain food needed for the elderly

‘Brain food’ – or food that helps address cognitive health – is set to take the global market by storm. But marketers of such products have so far missed a gaping hole of opportunity, according to analysts.

Inadequate vit D doses boosting elderly heart disease death risk

Older people with insufficient levels of vitamin D may be at an increased risk of dying from heart disease than those with adequate levels of the vitamin, says a new study.

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Chrysantis gets eye health patent boost

Zeaxanthin supplier Chrysantis has won a patent for its branded marigold extract, strengthening the firm’s eye health ingredient portfolio.

New project to curb children’s diarrhea with zinc

A new program launched this week aims to help reduce severe diarrhea in children via dietary supplementation with zinc.

Analysis: The details of Dannon's probiotic settlement

Dannon’s out-of-court settlement of the $300m class action mounted against it the beginning of last year contains some interesting clauses such as the fact Dannon has only committed to altering its on-pack immunity marketing for three years.

Harvard advises on foods to help prevent diabetes

New guidelines from Harvard advises US consumers on the the types of food, beverages or ingredients that can help ward off diabetes, with recommendations including moderate coffee and alcohol alongside fiber and nuts.

Probiotic-containing apple wedges may offer dairy-free alternatives

Applying probiotic bacteria to fresh-cut apple wedges may offer an alternative way for a daily boost to gut health, and offer a dairy-free alternative, suggests new research from Ireland.

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Are health claims curbing freedom of speech?

The US FDA is being sued over its health claims regime – actions that are unlikely to succeed according to most pundits – but they raise serious questions about healthy food messaging and free speech that are being felt globally.

Modified collagen may stimulate cartilage re-growth: Study

Daily supplements of a modified collagen may help with the regeneration of cartilage tissue, and aid joint health, according to a new study from Germany.

Special edition: Brain health

Markets: Leaders in global brain food sales

In the first of a series of articles on cognitive health, NutraIngredients examines the global market for food and ingredients leading the category.

Dannon pulls 'immunity' claim from probiotic drinks

Dannon is removing the word “immunity” from its DanActive probiotic drink on-package marketing after concluding an out-of-court settlement last week over alleged misleading probiotic claims.

Vitamin insufficiency may accelerate age-related diseases

Current recommendations for vitamin K are not being met, placing people at increased risk of age-related diseases such as cancer and heart disease, says a new analysis.

‘Gut friendly’ pizza – coming to a neighborhood near you

With probiotic yogurt shots beginning to establish themselves on US grocery store shelves, are consumers ready for a gut-friendly pizza?

‘Cheap’ functional foods set to grow, says Euromonitor

Private label and cheaper product formulations will be key to driving the market for functional food and beverage products, according to market analyst Euromonitor.

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CPL: The changing face of the US cholesterol-lowering market

Americans are more interested in functional foods than ever before – a fact that is opening doors for cholesterol-lowering food makers, says Dr Robert Harwood, principal consultant at UK-based CPL Business Consultants.

Black pepper extract leader gains patent boost

A US patent renewal recently handed to black pepper extract market leader, Sabinsa, is a warning shot to potential transgressors, the company that dominates the market for the thermogenic, bioavailability-improving extract, has said.

Omega-3 may improve blood pressure in kidney disease patients

A combination of omega-3 fatty acids and coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) may decrease blood pressure and heart rate in kidney disease patients, says a new study.

Chocolate may ease migraines: Study

Dietary supplements of cocoa may repress inflammatory responses in the brain linked to migraines, suggest results from an animal study.

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F&S: Food-drug borderline – approach with caution

Manufacturers of functional foods and supplements risk losing time, money and brand integrity if they don’t get their marketing story straight. Frost & Sullivan takes a look at the dangers of crossing into the realm of drugs as part of a NutraIngredients series canvassing analyst insight.

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Dieticians recommend foods for flu prevention

Registered dietitians in the US are recommending that consumers “protect” their family during the flu season with foods that can help boost immunity, including probiotics, vitamin D and garlic.

American heart disease risk increases, reveals study

The number of American adults considered 'low risk' for heart disease has fallen below 10 percent, according to a new study, which places the spotlight on the growing need to address the risk via nutrition.

Weight Watchers sues Nestlé over trademark use

Weight Watchers International sued Nestlé on Wednesday, claiming that the world’s largest food company has misused its logo and points system to promote its own frozen foods brands, say newswire reports.

Current vitamin D doses insufficient for mothers-to-be

Many mothers to be are not getting enough vitamin D, even those taking supplements at the recommended doses, says a new study from Northern Ireland.

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Zenith: The road ahead for US functional drinks

As the US market for functional beverages continues along a path of strong growth, Zenith International suggests there may be some unexpected areas to look out for – such as ‘anti-energy’. The market researcher shares its thoughts as part of a NutraIngredients series on analyst insights.

DHA-enriched formula boosts infant brain development

Feeding babies formula enriched with the omega-3 fatty acid DHA may enhance their cognitive skills, compared to babies fed non-enriched formula, says a new study.

Herbal player patent win opens contract manufacturing doors

Florida-based RZN Nutraceuticals has won a US patent for a process that improves the bioavailability of herbal products and which it says will drive contract manufacturing business.

Probiotic strips offer new delivery potential

Probiotic firm Ganeden Biotech has launched a novel thin strip technology for the healthy bacteria, intended as an alternative supplement delivery system.

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FDA raps supplements firm over drug claims

The Food and Drug Administration has told Californian-based supplements manufacturer, EFT Biotech Holdings, claims it has been making about products such as Colostrum #3008, GlucoBalance #3017 and VisionPlus #3012 are drug-like and must be ceased.

Snack Size Science: Soy’s promise for long-life

NutraIngredient’s Snack Size Science brings you the week's top science every two weeks. This week we look at the potential of soy to slow the ageing process and extend lifespan.

Antioxidant-rich melon extract may ease stress, fatigue

Daily consumption of a melon extract rich in the antioxidant enzyme superoxide dismutase (SOD) may relieve stress and fatigue, suggest findings from a French study.

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Mintel: How to drive innovation in functional foods

Manufacturers of functional foods need to focus innovation on increasing adoption by current users, while also drawing new consumers to the category, reveals Mintel as part of a special NutraIngredients series canvassing analyst insight on the market.

Celiacs may benefit from antioxidant supplements

Sufferers of celiac disease have significantly reduced antioxidant capacity, says a new study, and could need natural antioxidants and appropriate dietary supplements.

Discretionary food fortification is a no go, confirms Canada

Canadian food regulator Health Canada has said it has no plans to implement proposed legislation for the discretionary fortification of food.

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Matt Damon’s ‘Informant’ only part of the story, says ADM whistleblower

The man who blew the whistle on a price-fixing scheme at ADM – and now the subject of a Hollywood film called The Informant starring Matt Damon – is using his fame to help prevent cancer… with selenium.

Danisco develops heat-resistant probiotics

Ingredients giant, Danisco, has developed a processing technology it says “toughens up” probiotic cultures to extend high bioavailability shelf-life beyond five months.

Special Edition: Resveratrol

Science: Resveratrol’s miraculous promise

In the final part of a special series on resveratrol, NutraIngredients looks at the science behind the ingredient. Is there nothing it cannot do?

Gene study allays folate-prostate cancer fears

Folate levels are not linked with an increased risk of prostate cancer, according to results of a gene study and meta-analysis from the UK.

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Bisphenol A: Hearts versus minds

Forget GMO and nanotechnology - the biggest food safety issue of our times is bisphenol A (BPA).

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Datamonitor: How to keep the omega-3 health halo

The US food industry needs to help address a fundamental lack of consumer understanding about omega-3 if the ingredient is to maintain its ‘health halo’, says Datamonitor. In this special series, NutraIngredients canvasses insights from market analysts on the functional food and beverage industries.

Health Canada to propose heart health claims for food

The Canadian government is preparing proposals to allow the use of health claims on food labels that would highlight the heart health benefits of certain compounds.

Rapper 50 Cent to choose Facebook-designed functional drink

Coca-Cola-owned Glaceau Vitaminwater is giving consumers the opportunity to design a new addition to its functional beverage range, with the winner being selected by the rapper 50 Cent and country singer, Carrie Underwood.

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Chinese ingredients: Quality assurance efforts to expand, says NPA

US-based dietary supplement trade group Natural Products Association (NPA) will be expanding its activity in China, together with its efforts to safeguard the supply chain for natural products.

Baobab fruit approved as food ingredient in US

Baobab fruit pulp has been given the green light of approval for use in some food and drink applications, with the US FDA signing off GRAS status for the vitamin C-rich ingredient.

Could soy isoflavones extend life?

Soy isoflavones may activate anti-ageing proteins and lead to an extension of life, suggests preliminary research from Newcastle University in the UK.

Thousands of suppliers threatened by $300m Kraft cutbacks

Kraft Foods is slashing its supply chain costs by $300m - a decision that Leatherhead Food International predicts will dramatically affect suppliers and could result in casualties.

Special edition: resveratrol

Regulation: Resveratrol from GRAS to novel foods

As with many relatively new ingredients, resveratrol has had to prove its safety and efficacy to gain regulatory approval in various markets since its widespread commercial availability in the early 1990s.

Beauty foods grow threefold, says Mintel

Global food and drink products claiming to enhance beauty increased threefold over the past three years indicating a market ready to take off, said Mintel.

Onion compound may protect colon from cancer: Study

Increased intakes of the compound quercetin, found in onions and apples, may reduce the risk of developing cancer of the colon by 50 per cent, says a new study.

Astaxanthin shows anti-diabetic potential: Study

The pigment that gives salmon its pink color acts as an antioxidant and may protect against the development of diabetic kidney disease, says a new study.

Supplement defender Harkin takes US health chair

Long-time friend of the supplements industry Senator Tom Harkin will replace the late Edward Kennedy as head of the US Senate health committee.

More fines for bogus immunity claims

The Federal Trade Commission has charged another national retailer with making misleading and unsubstantiated claims about a dietary supplement.

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Michelle Obama takes ‘moderate’ approach to diet

American women are looking to Michelle Obama for tips on diet and fitness, as the first lady grabs the spotlight as an icon of health.

Special Edition: Resveratrol

Science: Is resveratrol really behind the French Paradox?

In the third part of a special series on resveratrol, NutraIngredients looks at the science behind the ingredient. Is the French Paradox exclusively due to resveratrol?

Study raises concerns over CoQ10 for cognitive health

Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) may not benefit mental function, and at high doses equivalent to 1700 mg per day may even be damaging, say findings from a mouse study.

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Danisco backs low-carbon future

Danish supplier, Danisco, has signed the Copenhagen Communiqué on Climate Change, an international measure to coordinate green measures such as carbon cutting.

Supplement safety questioned - again

Dietary supplements are again the focus of attention in recent articles published in The Wall Street Journal and New York Times – and once more the products are portrayed in a less than flattering light.

Blackcurrant nutrients hailed as US opportunity

The US market is ripe for the antioxidant-rich blackcurrant fruit, which could provide fresh opportunities for food, beverage and supplement applications, according to experts.

Special Edition: Resveratrol

Supply: Resveratrol, from grape to grateful consumer

In the second part of a special series on resveratrol, NutraIngredients looks at the ingredient’s supply. What is it extracted from, how much resveratrol does it contain, and who is offering the ingredient?

Martek scores patent victory over omega-3 rival

Martek Biosciences Corporation has scored a significant victory in its long-running omega-3 patent infringement case against Swiss supplier Lonza.

‘Designer probiotics’ may ambush gut pathogens

Specially ‘designed’ probiotics may prevent the development of disease during gut infections of bacterial pathogens, according to new research presented today.

Special edition: Resveratrol

Markets: A global break-down for resveratrol

In the first part of a special series on resveratrol, NutraIngredients looks at the state of the market for the heart-health ingredient. What has driven growth so far, and what are the opportunities and challenges ahead?

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Acrylamide: The consumer health scare that isn’t

Consumers love to get their teeth into a good health scare. So how is it that acrylamide has slipped under the radar?

Reformulated Hydroxycut back on shelves

The market-leading weight loss supplement Hydroxycut has been reformulated and re-launched in the United States, just months after being recalled for potentially causing liver damage.

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Settlement still an option in probiotic suit, says Dannon

Dairy giant Dannon has confirmed that it is still considering an out-of-court settlement in class actions brought against it for making false and misleading probiotic health claims.

Green tea slashes heart disease death risk: Study

Seven cups of green tea a day over the long-term may massively reduce the risk of death from colorectal cancer and heart disease, suggests a new study from Japan.

Antioxidant demand driving blackcurrant breakthrough

New product development (NPD) involving blackcurrants is growing fast, fuelled by demand for products with high antioxidant content, according to exclusive information for Nutraingredients-usa.com from Datamonitor.

Antioxidant-rich juices boost heart health: Study

Consuming antioxidant-rich raspberry juice or tea may prevent artery hardening, and lead to improvements in heart health, say results of a European wide research.

Broccoli extract’s heart health benefits pinpointed?

A compound found in vegetables like broccoli, cabbage and cauliflower, may protect arteries from disease by boosting a natural defence mechanism, says a new study from the UK.

More vitamin D for mothers, less for infants?

A new study at the University of British Columbia will examine whether increasing the recommended dose of vitamin D for pregnant women will increase levels of the vitamin delivered to their babies in breast milk.

New book lifts lid on evolving Nutricosmetics niche

A new book, Nutritional Cosmetics, Beauty From Within, aims to highlight the key trends that are defining this fast developing market category.

B vitamins and green tea extract drive energy drinks

B vitamins and green tea extract are driving new product development in energy drinks even more than an avoidance of ingredients with negative connotations such as high fructose corn syrup, according to market researcher Mintel.

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National Enzyme Company launches traceability software

The National Enzyme Company (NEC) has introduced digital tracking that boosts product traceability and gels with US Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards.

Folate may improve artery function and heart health

Supplements of folic acid may improve cardiovascular health and reduce the prevalence of peripheral arterial disease (PAD), suggests a new study.

Prebiotics may stop early stage colon cancer: Study

The products of prebiotic fermentation in the gut may prevent the growth, and promote the death of cancer cells in the colon, says a new study from Germany.

High flavanol chocolate can protect skin from UV damage

High flavanol chocolate can help protect the skin against UV damage although marketing on this claim may be challenging.

Men need joint health products, says report

Targeting men with products for bone and joint health could be a way to grow market share in an increasingly competitive environment, suggests new research from market analyst Frost & Sullivan.

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Foods for kids: Read more, weigh less

Teaching children to read food labels and choose healthier options contributed to “significant” weight loss during a two-year government-funded study.

Testing must improve to detect supplement contamination

The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) is calling for more stringent testing methods and definitions to combat the growing problem of economically motivated adulteration (EMA) of dietary supplements.

Early vitamin C deficiency linked to impaired brain development

Vitamin C deficiency in the first weeks and months of life may impair the development of neurones in the brain, and decrease spatial memory, says a new animal study from Denmark.

Polyphenols may protect omega-3 formulations

The shelf-life of omega-3 formulations may be extended by adding quercetin, an antioxidant polyphenol found in onion, apples, and tea, suggests a new study.

Supplement labeling clauses not legally binding, say trade groups

Dietary supplement trade groups have said they will ensure their members meet new labeling requirements to include a full address or telephone number, but have suggested that they are under no legal obligation to add any other ‘signal language’ to their labels.

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US rule sets pomegranate pesticide levels

A new regulation published yesterday has established tolerances for residues of methoxyfenozide in pomegranate, following a petition from agricultural giant DowAgrosciences.

Martek profits hold as customers downsize omega-3 stocks

Martek Biosciences Corporation has almost matched its Q3 profit results from 2008, despite sales falling 12 per cent, as cost-cutting measures and productivity gains have bolstered its results despite dwindling customer stock levels.

Taurine safety highlighted as usage levels decline

The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) has underlined that the amino acid taurine poses no special health risk following Mintel research showing the amount of energy drinks containing the ingredient fell in 2008.

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Low Canadian vitamin C linked to chronic disease risk

Almost half of Canadian adults are not getting enough vitamin C, according to a recent study, which also suggests that deficiency of the vitamin could be linked to a greater risk of obesity.

Med diet beats low-fat for diabetes benefits: Study

Consuming a Mediterranean-style diet, rich in vegetables, fruits and nuts, olive oil, and legumes, is more effective for diabetes control than a low-fat diet, says a new study.

Blueberry juice displays weight management benefits: Mouse study

Drinking a modified blueberry juice may reduce food intake and body weight, and offer weight management potential, suggest findings from a new study with mice.

100m Americans targeted in cholesterol campaign

September is National Cholesterol Education Month and comes at a time when nearly 100m Americans over the age of 20 have ‘elevated’ cholesterol levels – or 200mg/dL or higher.

Harvard backs vitamin D supplements

Dietary supplements are the key way to deliver consumers’ vitamin D requirements, according to the latest update from the Harvard Medical School, which otherwise backs vitamin intake primarily through foods.

Dannon shares key to probiotic marketing success

Communicating the digestive or immune health benefits of probiotic products is a better way to reach consumers than highlighting the term ‘probiotic’, according to dairy giant Dannon.

Danone: Everyday gut problems eased by probiotics

Daily consumption of a probiotic fermented milk product may improve gut health and well-being in women with everyday digestive problems, says a new study from Danone.

Supplement labels must include address, confirms FDA

The US Food and Drug Administration has again updated its guidance for the labeling of dietary supplements, and continues to ‘recommend’ the inclusion of manufacturer contact details for adverse event reporting.

DHA daily dose pin-pointed for optimal heart benefits?

A daily 200 mg dose of DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) is enough for preventing cardiovascular disease in healthy men, says a small study from France.

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Sugar and strife – not so nice if the price is not right

Sugar politics means high prices are a bitter pill for US and Indian sweet food and beverage makers; while the European industry is sitting pretty on the back of the recent sugar reforms.

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