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Another domino falls: EU countries to unite against probiotic labelling law

Denmark's Minister for Food, Agriculture and Fisheries has set out to work with Spain and other EU countries in an aim to change EU regulation to allow use of the word “probiotic” on labels.

Probiotic blend may aid in reducing respiratory infection symptoms, says DuPont

Supplementation with a probiotic blend appears to support children’s immune function by encouraging an anti-inflammatory response that could help reduce the symptoms characterising respiratory infection.

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Mediterranean blend designed for cardiovascular protection

CitroVen combines actives from Mediterranean olive and citrus for their positive effects on blood pressure and vascular function

Industry group welcomes standards to tackle sports nutrition doping

An industry group has approved the publication of the first European wide standard to tackle doping in sports nutrition and food supplements, calling it a ‘stepping stone’ in improving consumer information.

Polyphenol-blend may boost ‘health-related quality of life’ for overweight and obese adults: Study

Daily supplementation with a blend of polyphenol-rich extracts from grapefruit, grape, green tea, guarana and black carrot may improve health-related quality of life (HRQOL) by over 5%, says a study using Fytexia’s Fiit-ns ingredient.

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How bioactive peptides keep players in the game

Bioactive Collagen Peptides are scientifically proven to strengthen White Tissue and increase performance in sports. Top athletes share their experiences

Sodium bicarbonate delivery before exercise benefits anaerobic output, meta analysis finds

A new meta analysis supports the notion sodium bicarbonate benefits anaerobic exercise via the glycolytic energy production system. The authors also weighed on what they said to be the best way to supplement athletes with the compound.

Irish mushroom ingredients supplier breaks into US market

Irish mushroom ingredients supplier MBio is breaking into the US and Canadian markets via a distribution deal with Brenntag Food & Nutrition.

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