GRAS for olive juice supplement
California-based CreAgri has had its olive oil antioxidant supplement recognised as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS).
Archives for August 15, 2004
Hurdles for sports beverage industry
As the 2004 Olympic Games get under way, Philippa Nuttall speaks to Frost & Sullivan's Savithri Ramalinga, about the challenges facing the sports beverage industry in North America.
RFI brings Brazilian ingredients into North America
New York based RFI Ingredients has signed an agreement making it the sole supplier for Brazilian group CentroFlora in North America.
Solbar sets up China base
Soy protein manufacturer Solbar has opened an office in Shanghai to allow it to meet the rapidly growing demand for soy products in China. It launches just ahead of local production, scheduled to start in January next year at a new China facility.
VMS growing rapidly in new EU markets
Changing economic conditions in eastern Europe are boosting sales and demand for vitamins and dietary supplements, offering major opportunity for foreign entrants to the market and suppliers of novel ingredients.
Butterbur has no benefit on hay fever, latest study
The herbal butterbur appeared to have no impact on hay fever symptoms, according to a recent study, despite previous evidence showing it to be as effective as conventional medication.