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New standard for vitamin D test promises more accurate results
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Researchers have unveiled the development of new and ‘much-needed’ reference methodolgy that promises to assure more accurate and reliable measurements of vitamin D status. Related news |
News in brief
- Nutraveris establishes NJ office to bridge US-EU divide
- Kalsec names South African distributor for ingredients portfolio
- Major Lead Eating offers to settle EU prune-laxative dispute
- 'Extraordinary outcome' for NutraCea as it pays off all of its creditors
- Low dose omega-3 supplements show (minor) benefits in overweight people
Danone and Mead Johnson to make united Pfizer nutrition bid?
Danone and Mead Johnson may make a joint bid for the €8bn infant nutrition-dominated Pfizer nutrition business that is up for sale, according to press reports.
Bread does not cause bloating, claims study
The British Nutrition Association has said that there is insufficient evidence that bread causes bloating and gastrointestinal discomfort.
England’s chief medical officer backs (free) vitamin D supplements
England’s chief medical officer Dame Sally Davies has begun campaigning to the English medical fraternity that certain population groups like under-5s should take vitamin D supplements.
Study unlocks Pycnogenol’s skin health mechanism
Daily supplements of an extract from French maritime pine bark may boost skin elasticity by 25% and skin hydration by 8%, says a new study.
Global Industry News
Burden of ‘fat taxes’ questioned from FoodNavigator.com
Importers of food and drink to European countries that impose a ‘sin’ or ‘fat’ tax should pay close attention to how it impacts the market, according to one expert specialising in EU food law.
Silver-ion silicone boosts dairy processing safety – developer from DairyReporter.com
A silver ion-laced silicone material that absorbs and destroys pathogens such as E.coli and Salmonella will ensure safety standards are met in the dairy sector, its developer has claimed.
Naturex introduces fruit- and vegetable-derived colors in the US from FoodNavigator-USA.com
Natural extracts manufacturer Naturex has introduced a new range of fruit and vegetable-derived colors in the United States, as part of its NAT color range.
WHO debates industry’s role in child nutrition plan from FoodNavigator.com
The involvement of the private sector in child nutrition has proved contentious at a recent meeting of the World Health Organisation’s executive board (EB).
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 Vitamin D may help functioning of ageing in eyes: StudySupplementation with vitamin D3 could help to reduce the effects of ageing on vision, and may help... |
 UK supplements market to drop 1.9% in 2011-2012 as recession bitesThe UK market for vitamins, minerals and other food supplements like fish oils will shrink 1.9% in... |
 Sugar coated probiotics have increased survival and can reduce infection: StudyA sugary outer coating produced by probiotic bacteria could help them to survive in the good and... |
 UK consumer group hits Westminster over claims and nutrient levelsUK group Consumers for Health Choice (CHC) has increased lobbying efforts to amend the EU nutrition and... |
