Industry pays tributes to Norman Farnsworth, renowned medicinal plant researcher
Norman R. Farnsworth, PhD, renowned pharmacognosist and internationally-respected medicinal plant research expert, has passed away at the age of 81.
Archives for September 12, 2011
Beauty and the feast: Taking the risk out of beauty-from-within
One of the best-known names in the nutrition/energy bar market is trying its luck in the beauty-from-within market with the launch of a new bar laced with lutein for healthy skin.
Study supports safety of BLIS K12 probiotic strain
The probiotic strain Streptococcus salivarius K12 (BLIS K12) is well-tolerated and shows no adverse events even when consumed at levels 10-fold the usual recommended daily intake, says a new study.
Fatty acids can inhibit cancer treatment: Researchers
Fatty acids including omega-3s and omega-6s can inhibit chemotherapy treatments, Dutch researchers have found.
Probiotic intake linked to fewer birth complications
Regular consumption of dairy-based probiotic formulations are associated with a 20% reduction in the risk of pre-eclampsia, suggests new data from the Norwegian Institute of Public Health.
DSM sells Personalized Nutrition business
Royal DSM ongoing focus as a life sciences company has continued with the sale of its Personalized Nutrition business to New Jersey firm, Viocare.