Canada patent for FloraGLO lutein
Des Moines, Iowa based Kemin Foods has obtained a Canadian patent for the production of its purified, crystalline lutein, which it manufactures and markets under the brand FloraGLO Lutein.
Archives for August 25, 2004
Better ingredient offering to lift nutraceutical sales
World demand for nutraceutical chemicals will advance by 6.1 per centannually to reach $9.6 billion in 2008, serving a $173 billion nutritional products industry, according to a new report from the Freedonia group.
Vitamin E supplements fail to improve asthma
Vitamin E supplements had no effect on improving asthma symptoms in a recent trial, reported UK scientists this week, but they said their results do not rule out vitamin therapy for the condition.
Grapefruit juice may contain cancer-fighting compounds
Citrus fruits like oranges and grapefruits are known to be a rich source of vitamin C but new evidence suggests they also contain compounds that fight cancer.
AHPA offers cleaning tips to prepare for cGMPs
With the finalization of the cGMPs (Good Manufacturing Guidelines) for the dietary supplement industry scheduled for this winter, the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) has decided to preempt any problems which could arise from the increased...