DSM introduces animal-free lutein beadlet form
DSM Nutritional Products has launched a new lutein beadlet for food and supplement makers that is free of animal byproducts.
Archives for November 16, 2005
Clean-up sports bills could threaten DHEA
The availability of DHEA may be under threat if any one of a number of pending clean-up sports bills is used as a vehicle for legislation that would make it a restricted substance, the industry associations are warning.
Study supports soy/heart health message for African-Americans
The heart health benefits of eating soy protein containing isoflavones received a boost this week, when researchers from John Hopkins University presented new research indicating their ability to reduce two strong indicators for coronary heart disease...
New UK nutrition guidelines target obesity crisis
New guideline daily amounts (GDAs) on food packaging in the UK will empower consumers with vital nutritional knowledge and help cut rocketing obesity rates.
Cognis adds free sterols and non-GMO alternatives to Vegapure line
Cognis Health & Nutrition has added free sterols to its Vegapure family which, until now, has consisted only of sterol esters - an extension which will facilitate its use in more functional food products and tablets.
Cabbage dish gaining popularity as flu-fighter
Sales of kimchi, a Korean dish made with fermented cabbage and spices, are surging after scientists found that a lactic acid bacteria in the dish helped poultry fight bird flu.
More protein, less carbs may cut heart risk
Replacing some carbs with protein and monounsaturated fat can improve cholesterol levels, further lower blood pressure and reduce overall heart disease risk, suggests a new study out today.