Scientists to map the soybean genome
Food industry set to benefit from soybean research, as scientists in the US gain funding to map the soybean genome.
Archives for October 19, 2005
DSM makes last stand against Chinese vitamin C
China's dominance of the vitamin C market was confirmed last week as DSM halted all production of the bulk vitamin in the US, making its Dalry plant in Scotland the only remaining major plant outside of Asia.
Oxidised fish oils on market may harm consumer, warns researcher
Better methods for stabilizing fish oils are needed to protect consumers from the toxic products produced when they go off, says a team of New Zealand researchers.
Pharming reports on safety of human lactoferrin for food use
Dutch biotech company Pharming said yesterday that results from three studies demonstrate that its human lactoferrin can be considered safe for use in functional foods.
Red wine improves artery health in heart patients
Antioxidants in red wine appear to have positive effects on the arteries of people with heart disease, according to a Greek study.
Sports drink heads Coca-Cola sales rise
Sports drinks, juice and bottled water spearheaded a set of encouraging third quarter results from Coca-Cola as health-conscious consumers force a realignment at the major soft drinks players.
Vitamin claims too familiar
Food and beverages claiming to be 'high in vitamins' have surged in recent months as manufacturers seek to attract health-conscious consumers.
Humanetics gets drug discovery partner to identify new actives
Supplement ingredient developer Humanetics said today that it has entered into a multi-year alliance with drug discovery firm Medisyn Technologies to create a range of natural compounds for disease prevention.