Mintel identifies key food innovations for 2006
Brain-power foods, portion control and products targeting the senior population are likely to be the food sectors to look out for in 2006, according to Mintel.
Archives for March 8, 2006
New 'deodorized' soybean to rid soy of 'beany' taste?
A new soybean variety claims to allow food manufacturers to develop products that have all the health benefits of soybeans but less of the beany taste.
Global formula launches boost Martek results
Martek Biosciences continued its recovery from the impact of stockpiling in first quarter 2006 with a better-than-expected set of results thanks to its infant formula clients rolling out products on a global basis.
Overseas companies take risks over EU regulations
Many overseas companies selling nutraceuticals in Europe are risking having their products removed from the market as they have not gone through the correct regulatory channels, warns a consultant to the natural products industry.
New study investigates fatty acids and severe behavioral disorders
A new pilot study gets underway today to assess the effect of fish oil supplements in children at a residential school who have experienced severe emotional, behavioural and social difficulties.
CRN discusses AERs on Capitol Hill
The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) is today rallying support for potential legislation that would mandate reporting of serious adverse events for dietary supplements and over-the-counters to the Federal Drug Administration.
Vitamin C could reduce inflammation
A diet rich in sources of vitamin C could cut the level of markers for inflammation by 45 per cent, a result that needs verifying by supplementation studies, says a new study.
More support that dairy could reduce colorectal cancer risk
A diet rich in dairy products could cut the risk of colorectal cancer by half, an effect that is not due solely to calcium, reports a Swedish study.
Lignans may protect against prostate cancer
A diet rich in lignans could reduce the risk of prostate cancer by 26 per cent, says a new study from Sweden, news that has been welcomed by a leading lignan manufacturer.