Omega-3 eggs offer alternative to fish
Belgian company Belovo is introducing eggs to the US market said to have more than 17 times the omega-3 fatty acid content of regular eggs.
Archives for November 3, 2003
Chinese herb fights prostate tumors
The Chinese herb Scutellaria barbata has been found to slow progression of prostate tumors in mice, suggesting potential chemopreventive effects in humans.
UK lowers soy protein content for health claim
The UK's Joint Health Claims Initiative has reduced the minimum amount of soy protein required in a product for the soy health claim, allowing a greater number of foods to display the cholesterol-lowering message.
Wild to launch soya drinks
German flavours and natural colours firm Rudolf Wild is to launch a range of soya-based drinks, following its purchase of soyfoods maker Sojaland earlier this year.
Botanicals for innovative supplements
German plant extracts manufacturer Finzelberg has launched a new range of extracts for dietary supplements, including an energy-boosting blend based on rhodiola rosea.
Canadian minister welcomes US mad cow decision
At the end of last week the USDA published a proposed rule aimed at ending the ban on imports of Canadian cattle under 30 months old, deemed to be at low risk for mad cow disease.
Tests reveal problems with combo joint health supplements
A review of almost 50 glucosamine, chondroitin and MSM supplements shows that some are unlikely to help patients with joint disease as they do not contain sufficient amounts of the declared ingredients.
New findings help explain obesity
An international team of researchers has identified the role of a gene which may explain why some people overeat and become obese.
Developing a fruit and veg culture
The UN's Food and Agriculture Organisation is attempting to promote higher consumption of fruits and vegetables, which it claims could prevent some of the world's most widespread and debilitating nutritional disorders.