Wine consumption promotes healthier lifestyle
The benefits of wine consumption with regards to heart health have been widely documented, but a new study has confirmed that moderate consumption of wine can also have wider health implications.
Archives for August 4, 2002
Nutrition industry growth to continue, but safety concerns remain
Concerns about the safety of certain products could overshadow continued growth in the US nutrition industry, but intelligent science-based marketing and consumer communication should help keep sales high, claims a new report.
Ephedra-free weight loss from Garden State
Garden State Nutritionals launches a new weight loss ingredient which it claims matches ephedra's efficacy in burning fat and reducing appetite, but without the potential health risks.
Perrigo boosted by exceptional items
Full-year results at US-based pharmaceutical and nutritional product manufacturer Perrigo were helped by the addition of a number of exceptional items, but also showed solid growth before exceptionals.
High-protein diets increase risk of kidney stones, bone loss
The low-carbohydrate, high-protein diets which have become popular in recent years may be good at helping people lose weight rapidly, but they could also be damaging their kidneys and their bones, according to researchers at the University of Texas...
Steady growth for Nutraceutical International
Third quarter sales at Nutraceutical International, the US supplement manufacturer, rose from $26.7 million to $29.5 million as a result of good organic growth and acquisitions, while profits were up from $2.0 million to $4.2 million, helped by a...
NAI awarded GMP registration
GMP registration for Natural Alternatives International should help improve sales.