'Smart carb' bar brought to market
Canadian company Solo GI Nutrition is launching what it claims to be the first line of food bars containing "smart carbohydrates".
Archives for October 10, 2004
International strategy drives growth at Naturex
The buoyant US supplements market has helped French plant extracts firm Naturex grow revenue further in the third quarter.
UN continues camapaign for vitamin fortification
The international community has congratulated sub-Saharan Africa on its progress in reducing vitamin deficiency but says almost no action has been taken to fight iron deficiency.
Whole Foods Market goes gluten-free
A new bakehouse to be used exclusively to make gluten-free products for those with special dietary needs has been opened by US-based natural and organic supermarket Whole Foods Market, giving the company a lead in providing fresh produce for this...
Med diet may reduce gallstone risk
A diet rich in polyunsaturated and monosaturated fats, such as those typically found in the Mediterranean diet, may not only protect heart health but could also reduce the risk of gallstones, according to a new study.
Hain Celestial launches new functional cereals
Natural Foods Group Hain Celestial has introduced two new functional cereals designed to contribute to the development and maintenance of a healthy body, namely bone health and the immune system.
Frutarom investigates slimming effects of mate
Plant extracts company Frutarom Switzerland has carried out new research to support the weight-loss effects of its mate product, a herb becoming increasingly popular in the supplements category.