Low dose grape powder linked to colon protection
Low doses of freeze-dried grape powder could inhibit the development of colorectal cancer, suggests a new human pilot study from the US.
Archives for November 15, 2007
Unilever, Provexis carve deal for Fruitflow spreads
Functional ingredient innovator Provexis has secured a new 12-month deal with Unilever to investigate the use of its Fruitflow technology in the multinational's spreads brands.
SupplySide wraps up biggest show
This year's SupplySide West in Las Vegas was a success by most accounts, with participation increasing 13 percent over the previous year.
Scientists develop prebiotic, low-fat sausages
Inulin, the prebiotic fibre associated with improved gut and bone health, can be used as a fat replacer in sausages to cut energy by over 20 per cent without affecting the flavour profile, suggests new research from Germany.
Milk thistle compound may protect against liver cancer
A flavanone compound in milk thistle, silibinin, may stop the growth and spread of liver cancer, suggests a laboratory study from the University of California, Irvine.