Omega-3 flax as laxative
An omega-3 rich flax fiber appears to have positive laxative and satiety effects, which could potentially aid digestion and weight loss, according to Bioriginal.
Archives for June 16, 2004
High-fiber foods may reduce insulin production in diabetes-risk patients
Eating a fiber-rich cereal helped men with high insulin levels to reduce a rise in the hormone, suggesting that fiber could be an important preventative therapy for people at risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Beans, artichokes top antioxidant list, according to new analysis
Artichokes and red kidney beans are among the best sources of dietary antioxidants, according to a new US investigation, said to be the largest, most comprehensive analysis to date of the content of these disease-fighting compounds in commonly...
Probiotics targeted for growth under new Danisco cultures unit
The new cultures unit at Danisco looks set to become a powerful force in the probiotics sector, gaining additional strains and entrance to new markets with the acquisition of Rhodia Food, according to new division chief Fabienne Saadane-Oaks.
Purac ups sodium lactate production
In response to market demand natural lactic acid, lactate and gluconate supplier Purac wlll ramp up production of its sodium lactate powder, unveiling a new production facility in Spain.
Supplement industry needs to show greater responsibility
Lets have some self-policing before it's too late, was the cry from one New York lawyer after yesterday's hard-hitting hearing on dietary supplements in the house committee on energy and commerce, writes Philippa Nuttall.
EU says no to Monsanto food crop
Europe rejects the entry of a GM food crop supplied by biotech giant Monsanto into the food chain with officials from the 25 member states failing to reach a qualified majority at the vote yesterday.
High-fibre foods may reduce insulin production in diabetes-risk patients
Eating a fibre-rich cereal helped men with high insulin levels to reduce a rise in the hormone, suggesting that fibre could be an important preventative therapy for people at risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Blotting technology could be used in new cholesterol-lowering foods
Irish biotech company Alltracel has signed a deal with sausage casings maker Devro to develop new cholesterol-lowering foods based on its patented cellulose technology.