In an exclusive interview, Professor Niels Christian Nielsen,
winner of this year's Danisco Award, shared his thoughts with
Stephen Daniells on the rise of nanotechnology and gave insight on
this fascinating new area of the food...
BI Nutraceuticals is seeking to tap potential for its ingredients
for supplements in a high-potential emerging market by signing a
deal which will see its ingredients available in Turkey.
Nutrition 21 is publicizing new clinical data indicating a
positive effect of chromium picolinate on cognitive function,
the results of which look set to expand the functional profile of
the ingredient.
The National Association of Health Stores (NAHS) has launched an
industry plea to help save scores of vitamins and minerals
which run the risk of being slapped with a negative opinion by the
European Food Safety Authority.
A model which could be used to set the upper limits for minerals
and vitamins under EU law has been updated by UK scientists to
include more current data and categories for nutrients.
Multivitamins and minerals could reduce appetite in women on a
weight reduction regime, while lower body weight and fat mass was
more obvious in men, says new research from Canada.
An iron fortification technique developed by LycoRed will help
beverage manufactures add the important mineral without interfering
with taste and colour, the company said.
Farming selected species of marine algae could provide an
economical, non-conventional source of iron to help boost intakes
around the globe, suggests a new study from Venezuela.
As the European Food Safety Authority prepares its opinion on the
feasibility of nutrient profiling, the trade organisation EHPM has
asked that food supplements should be exempted from the rule.
Health Canada has published a new monograph on natural health
products containing two or more vitamins and minerals, which sets
out instructions on preparation, safety and labelling.
Low blood levels of zinc may be linked to an increased risk of
pneumonia amongst the elderly, suggesting the benefits of
supplements for this at risk population, says new research.
Fermenting calcium-fortified soymilk with probiotics could enhance
solubility of the mineral up to 90 per cent, thereby boosting
bioavailability, new research reports.
A report detailing a list of micronutrient deficiencies in children
and adults has identified a hit list of vitamin and minerals which
are not being consumed enough by various groups in the UK.
The European Commission has issued a paper to Member States
outlining the next step for the setting of maximum mineral and
vitamin levels across the bloc - with many highlighted for
exemption on the grounds of no evident safety concerns.
A daily multivitamin and mineral supplement may improve depressive
symptoms amongst the elderly, suggests a new trial from the
University of Sheffield.
The American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) is urging its
members to refrain from using genetically modified (GM) herbal
ingredients until environmental and health concerns can be
effectively addressed.
Eating more magnesium-rich foods, like green leafy vegetables and
nuts, may reduce the risk of type-2 diabetes, suggests a
meta-analysis of observational studies.
Israeli ingredient company Frutarom has now bought Adumim in a deal
worth more than US$4m (€3.125), after first being revealed by
NutraIngredients.com last week.
Usana Health Sciences has announced it is expanding its partnership
with Oregon State University's Linus Pauling Institute, by
committing financially to assess the role of vitamins, minerals,
and antioxidants in promoting health...
Increased consumption of apple juice or bananas may prevent
childhood asthma, says new research from England that adds to an
ever-growing body of science linking easy breathing to apples.
Fortitech Asia Pacific has been appointed to manufacture a vitamin
and mineral premix containing Akzo Nobel's Ferrazone iron for
Pakistan's National Wheat Fortification Program - a contract that
underscores confidence in...
Premenopausal women who consume higher amounts of calcium and
vitamin D may lower their risk of developing breast cancer by
almost 40 per cent, new research suggests.
In the interest of global public health the world's cereals should
be fortified with iron, says the senior nutritionist of a US-based
non-profit health organisation.
Drinking a whopping ten cups of coffee a day or more could slash
the risk of developing Parkinson's disease by 74 per cent, suggests
a new prospective study from Finland.
A study from the Ohio State University Department of Human
Nutrition found that Nutrition 21's branded chromium picolinate is
absorbed better than other forms of the mineral linked to diabetes
benefits.
Ireland has formally launched its marine functional foods research
programme, pledging to spend €5.2m towards becoming a leader in the
global market for foods with added health benefits.
Iowa-based Embria Health Sciences has announced a United States
distribution agreement with B&D Nutritional Ingredients for its
EpiCor and eXselen ingredients.
Sabinsa Corporation is combining the forces of three of its
established patented ingredients in the unveiling of a new weight
management ingredient LeanGard.
Coca-Cola North America has announced its plans to launch Diet Coke
Plus, a carbonated calorie-free beverage with the added value of
vitamins and minerals, that could put the concept of functionality
at the front line of the soft...
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has said that it will not
bow to industry pressure over scientific assessment of vitamins and
minerals submitted for the positive list of the 2002 food
supplements directive.
The Alliance for Natural Health has informed the European
Commission that it is scrutinising its procedures on food
supplements and those of EFSA, and may launch a legal challenge if
any of its 15 'test' submissions to the...
Calcium from dairy sources, but not supplements, decreased excess
levels of fat in the blood after eating, says research from Denmark
that is yet another twist to the calcium-dairy weight loss debate.
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.
A meta-analysis of 68 randomised trials with antioxidant
supplements has reported that vitamins A and E, and beta-carotene
may increase mortality risk by up to 16 per cent, but vitamin C did
not have an effect on mortality and the...
UK supermarket Tesco is expanding its range of functional milks
with the addition of a new semi-skimmed product enhanced with a
variety of vitamins and other added nutrients.
Daily supplements of calcium and vitamin D, long linked to
improving bone health, may also reduce the risk of stress fractures
during exercise, scientists have reported.
Researchers investigating the link between zinc supplementation and
reduced athlerosclerosis in rabbit models have used a different
method to lend support to their hypothesis that the effect may be
due to a reduction in iron-catalyzed...
Marigot is introducing a new version of its Aquamin ingredient,
intended to facilitate calcium fortification in the burgeoning
beverage market without impairing taste or colour.
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