A higher intake of the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin, as well
as vitamin E, could reduce the risk of developing cataracts by
about 15 per cent, suggests a new study.
Kemin has announced a deal with DSM to strengthen an agreement to
supply lutein aimed at eye health around the world, which will see
DSM step up supply of FloraGLO.
Chrysantis announced its branded zeaxanthin has achieved Generally
Regarded As Safe (GRAS) status, opening up the potential for the
ingredient to be used in a new category of functional food and
beverages.
The harvest for berries in Europe has been a bad one this year with
shortages expected, according to nutraceutical firm Berry Pharma,
which could impact on an area which has seen clear growth in the
past few years.
Just The Berries hopes its blackcurrant nutraceutical will help the
New Zealand firm break into the European market, which it says is
currently dominated by blueberry and bilberry.
Eating a diet with a high glycemic index may increase the risk of
developing advanced age-related macular degeneration (AMD), says a
new study from Tufts University.
Long-term supplementation with vitamin C may one day help prevent
diabetic retinopathy, the most common diabetic eye disease, if
preliminary results from animals can be reproduced in humans.
Israeli's Algatechnologies is considering ways to extend its
business beyond astaxanthin. It is investigating opportunities to
derive other nutritional ingredients and biofuel from microalgae.
Omega-3 fatty acids may protect our eyes against the development
and progression of retinopathy, a deterioration of the retina, is
results from a mice study can be translated to humans.
Scientists who identified the gene mutation behind orange, beta
carotene-rich cauliflower are investigating ways to apply their
knowledge to transgenic potatoes, with a view to developing more
nutritious stable foods.
Consumption of omega-3 fatty acids and omega-3 rich fish could
slash the risk of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD)
by 40 per cent, says a new study.
A new human study has shown that Cognis' Xangold lutein and
zeaxanthin ingredient is effective at boosting the eye health of
those with early-stage age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
Awareness of lutein in Europe is growing year on year, according to
a new consumer survey that shows the potential of marketing to
expand the food supplements market in Europe.
Cognis Nutrition & Health is doubling the lutein ester content
of its branded Xangold ingredient from 10 to 20 percent, thereby
allowing formulators to make smaller capsules preferred by
consumers.
Scientists in the US have identified a mechanism that may explain
how lutein acts against inflammation, research that deepens
understanding of the nutrient's benefits.
Dutch chemical group DSM has announced a global partnership with
the United Nations' World Food Programme (WFP) that aims to improve
and increase nutritious food for people in poor countries and
during humanitarian crises.
Hawaiian microalgae specialist Cyanotech has received the green
light to sell its astaxanthin in the EU under novel foods
regulations, opening up a new market that it says has great
potential for the antioxidant ingredient.
The UK Food Standard Agency's expert advisory committee on novel
foods is consulting on draft opinions on applications on the
substantial equivalence of two novel ingredients.
Scientists in Georgia have reported successful lab tests of new
polymer microparticles that show promise as a novel delivery system
for the antioxidant superoxide dismutase (SOD).
Ocean Nutrition Canada (ONC) is looking beyond its current focus of
omega-3 ingredients, investigating marine microbial species to
produce carotenoids and co-enzyme Q10.
Kemin Health has announced a United States distribution agreement
with B&D Nutritional Ingredients for its patented FloraGLO
lutein and Slendesta Potato protein extract.
A superoxide dismutase (SOD) supplement, GliSODin, boosted
antioxidant levels by 30 per cent in mice and could protect against
AMD, French researchers have reported.
LycoRed is introducing a new line of lutein ingredients utilizing
its vegetarian beadlet technology, which is said to reduce overages
and save space in supplement formulations.
The National Institutes of Health's (NIH) announcement of a second
study into age related eye disease and nutrition (AREDS2), this
time including lutein, zeaxanthin and omega-3 in the formula, is
welcomed by industry members,...
Making the point of getting a daily egg, the yolk of which is a
rich source of lutein and zeaxanthing, could reduce the risk of
developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD), suggest two new
studies from the University of Massachusetts.
Chrysantis has a new utility patent for development of zeaxanthin
esters - an announcement that bodes well for its
soon-to-be-launched extended line of the naturally sourced eye
health ingredients.
Intake of the carotenoids lycopene, lutein and zeaxanthin improved
iron absorption from a meal and even reversed the inhibitory
effects of coffee, says a new study.
A stable intake of the carotenoids, lutein and zeaxanthin, could
reduce the risk of age related macular degeneration by 43 per cent
in women under 75, says a new cohort study.
South African start-up Cape Carotene is aiming to carve out a slice
of the European astaxanthin market, after receiving R3.7m (€0.4m)
in funding to develop its technology and establish a pilot
facility.
The message that good nutrition and supplement intake can support
eye health will now be part of professional development for
optometrists through American Optometric Association (AOA)
instruction forums.
Blue California is introducing a new, water-soluble form of Biolut
lutein made possible by microencapsulation technology, which
extends the uses of the company's branded ingredient to chewable,
effervescent and uncoated supplements,...
The antioxidants vitamin E and alpha-lipoic acid slowed the loss of
sight from retinitis pigmentosa in mouse models - yet more evidence
linking antioxidants to improved eye health.
The antioxidant activity and safety of lutein from marigold flowers
have been given a boost by research from a Chinese-Canadian
collaboration - research that has been applauded by lutein
producer, Kemin Health.
BioReal has been given the green light to market its AstaREAL L-10
for supplements in Europe, after the astaxanthin was found to be
substantially equivalent to other sources on the market under
novels foods legislation.
Eating three or more portions of oily fish per week could reduce
the risk of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) by 70 per cent,
says a new study from Australia.
Researchers in India have identified green colonial microalgae with
extractable carotenoids, especially lutein - the first time that
the antioxidant activity of the algae has been reported.
Fuji Health Sciences has reformulated its AstaREAL powder to
exclude components of animal origin - a move that will open up more
uses of the ingredient in supplements that are suitable for
vegetarians.
BioReal Sweden's (formerly AstaReal) has harvested its first crop
of astaxanthin-producing microalgae from its new bioreactors, after
almost doubling capacity in order to meet rising demand from Japan.
ZeaVision is planning to support the latest licensee of its
zeaxanthin patent, fulfilling some of its requirements for its
EyePromise supplement line from Kalsec.
Awareness of lutein in Europe is growing apace, according to a new
consumer survey. But many consumers have not heard of age-related
macular degeneration, meaning that the carotenoid's potential in
reducing risk of the condition...
2005 was a year marked by disasters, but as the supplements
industry rallied to support the victims it was a record year for
donations to The Vitamin Angel Alliance. Jess Halliday spoke
to the alliance's founder and president...
Financial consultancy MM2 Group is making its second acquisition in
the nutraceutical area in four months, of New York-based
supplements developer and distributor Genotec Nutraceuticals.
Eating a low glycemic index (GI) diet could reduce the risk of the incurable eye disease, age-related macular degeneration (AMD), by more than 60 per cent, says a new study.
A healthy diet containing plenty of antioxidants and fish can
reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), says a
new study from Harvard Medical School.
American nutrition charity Vitamin Angels has launched a new
campaign to distribute vitamin A supplements to the world's poorest
children at risk from blindness and is relying on corporate aid for
success.
As Prevent Blindness America observes AMD/Low Vision Awareness
month in February, Jess Halliday speaks to Manuel Pavon of
Chrysantis about the emerging role of zeaxanthin in eye health.
An article that casts doubts on the effectiveness of eye health
supplements has led industry members and scientists to leap to the
defence of lutein and zeaxathin, which they are confident has been
shown to improve the visual function...
UK consumer watchdog Which? has cast doubts over the effectiveness
of eye health supplements in an article that could affect
confidence in products and have a detrimental affect on the
industry.
While nutrition has a key role in supporting eye and brain health, many children are not getting enough macular carotenoid-rich foods which may help protect...
