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Dutch biotechnology company Pharming said last week that it had completed its filing for a Generally Recognised as Safe (GRAS) notification in the United States for use of its human lactoferrin (hlF) substance in foods.
Higher intakes of vitamin D could reduce the risk of certain cancers by as much as 50 per cent, suggests a new study, lending weight to calls for increased supplement intake and food fortification with the vitamin.
Canadian supplement maker Jamieson Laboratories says it is aggressively pursuing international expansion plans to meet rising demand in markets like China.
More than half of Australians use alternative medicines, with vitamins followed by herbal medicines the most popular, suggests new research.
Extracts of African fruits are sparking interest from food makers seeking new tastes and health properties, according to a plant expert.
Upping intake of vitamins C and E, zinc, and beta-carotene could reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) by a third, suggests a new Dutch study.
Blacks and Native Americans are much more likely to use natural remedies made at home than whites, reveals new research.