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EC follows EFSA opinion and lowers vit D levels in infant formula

The European Commission (EC) has amended regulation that dictates vitamin D and erucic acid requirements for infant and follow-on formula.

BASF and Glycosyn partnership to capitalise on HMO and gut health interest

BASF are to enter an agreement with biotechnology firm Glycosyn to develop and commercialise human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) for use in dietary supplements, functional nutrition and medical food.

Toilet talk: How coffee keeps us going

Coffee keeps our bowels moving by suppressing gut bacteria and increasing muscle motility, regardless of caffeine content, according to new research from Texas.

WATCH: How is microbiome science impacting the trend for personalisation?

With a growing focus on the microbiome, and huge industry buzz about the potential for a new wave of personalised nutrition solutions, the NutraIngredients team asked experts at our recent Probiota conference how they think microbiome science and business...

‘Public health significance’: DHA omega-3 linked to better artery health in the general population

Increased levels of omega-3s may be associated with less aortic calcification among men in the general population, with the effects seemingly driven by DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), says a new study.

Supplements and beyond: CBD industry on cusp of cannabis revolution - WATCH

The European Commission’s decision to classify cannabidiol (CBD)-containing products as a 'novel food,' continues to irk those in the sector as the nutrition industry gather once more for Vitafoods.

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Why do endurance Athletes needs more protein?

Athletes who practice resistance-type exercises have particular protein needs: these can be as high as two to three times the recommendation. But endurance athletes (i.e. a moderate intensity sport over a relatively long period such as running, cycling...

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BPL1: A clinically-validated weight management probiotic that works both heat killed or alive

The rising number of people who are overweight or obese in countries around the world has created a growing need for effective, scientifically-validated weight management interventions.

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A nutraceutical solution to the opioid crisis?

With OptiPEA (Palmitoylethanolamide), Innexus Nutraceuticals offers companies the opportunity to benefit from the current world wide interest for the endocannabinoid system, the rising demand for a safe solution for chronic pain, and the consumer trend...