CoQ10 focus
Science searches for new CoQ10 benefits
As the science behind the understanding of coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) expands, so does the list of health conditions that could potentially benefit from supplements.
Archives for June 12, 2006
FSA reviews foods for brain power and behaviour
The UK's Food Standards Agency is conducting a review of foods and supplements that have been reported to help improve children's performance and behaviour in school. If its findings are positive, it could prove a further boon for cognition category.
Diabetic treats are out - but what about functional foods?
Diabetes UK is campaigning to curb the sale of treat foods aimed at diabetics on the grounds that they are expensive and of little use. But where does that leave the emerging area functional foods intended to help sufferers manage their condition?
Tate & Lyle launches sports drink sweetener
Tate & Lyle has launched a new sweetening solution for isotonic sports drinks targeted at the European market.
PacificHealth seeks partners to tap satiety technology potential
PacificHealth Laboratories is preparing for the launch of the first products containing its Satietrim satiety ingredient, and is looking for partners to help speed its use in more foods available at retail.
Experts discuss DRIs, with vitamin D changes getting strong support
The upper limit (UL) of vitamin D should be raised to 250 micrograms per day, the Institute of Medicine heard last week, as experts discussed the state-of-play of DRIs and ULs.
GLS tailors toxicology to supplements
Global Lifescience Solutions (GLS) is poised to apply toxicology to the dietary supplements industry pending Good Manufacturing Practice regulations.
Coffee could reduce risk of alcoholic cirrhosis, study finds
A study has found drinking four or more cups of coffee per day could reduce the risk of alcoholic cirrhosis by 80 percent, suggesting that an ingredient in coffee may protect against this type of chronic liver disease.