Whole Living tests marketing concept in UK
US functional food supplier Whole Living is aiming to expand its direct selling initiative, the 'Food First Program', in Europe, launching first in the UK as a test market.
Archives for May 1, 2003
Soy formula needs to be reviewed, say UK scientists
The UK's independent scientific Committee on Toxicity (COT) is urging the government to review its advice on the use of soya-based infant formulas, following a new report suggesting that there is a lack of evidence on phytoestrogens and health.
Genistein's PSA reducing properties
A dietary supplement containing soy extract genistein reduced prostate-specific antigen levels by as much as 61 per cent in a group of prostate cancer patients undergoing 'watchful waiting' for their disease, report University of California Davis...
Collagen product may help osteoarthritis symptoms
A dietary supplement derived from sternum collagen can improve the pain and stiffness in osteoarthritis patients, claims maker BioCell Technology, which suggests the product could be an alternative to glucosamine supplements.
Fighting infant anemia in the developing world
A combination of daily followed by weekly iron supplementation appears to be the answer for treating severe anemia in babies in the developing world, according to a new French - Vietnamese study.
Malt drink boosts African diets
A vitamin-enriched malt drink, designed to meet the nutritional needs of communities without access to an adequate diet, launched in South African retail outlets this week.
Fatty acids in formula milk may prevent heart disease later
Adding long chain polyunsaturated fatty acids to infant formula milk appears to be linked to lower blood pressure later in childhood, and may cut the risk of heart disease in adult life, finds a study in this week's BMJ.
Nutraceutical Q2 results 'pleasing'
Encouraging 2003 Q2 results for nutritional supplements manufacturer Nutraceutical International Corporation reported yesterday, with increases in both net sales and net income compared to the same period in 2002.
Weider divests apparel brand to focus on supplements
Supplement maker Weider Nutrition's Haleko business unit is to sell a substantial part of its assets relating to its Germany-based Venice Beach apparel brand to German firm Hucke.