More support for lutein, zeaxanthin protection from AMD
A stable intake of the carotenoids, lutein and zeaxanthin, could reduce the risk of age related macular degeneration by 43 per cent in women under 75, says a new cohort study.
Archives for August 15, 2006
Nutrition 21 snaps up omega-3 supplement player
Nutrition 21 has become the latest nutraceutical company seeking to profit from the explosion of interest in omega-3, with an agreement to purchase consumer health product provider Icelandic Health that could also expand distribution of its chromium...
Forbes grows Reducol sales, is upbeat despite expenses
Forbes Medi-Tech has reported an increase in sales of its Reducol branded sterols in Q2 2006 by 32 per cent compared to last year, but losses deepen with dearer development, marketing and sales costs.
Lipofoods seeks novel foods equivalence for soya sterol
Spain's Lipofoods is seeking to enter the competitive European phytosterols market, asking the UK's Food Standards Agency for an opinion on the equivalence of its soya-derived ingredient to that of ADM previously authorised under European novel foods...
Choice over vitamin, mineral levels a priority for FSA stakeholders
Consumers must be able to make an informed choice about the vitamins and minerals they consume in supplements and functional foods, FSA stakeholders stressed at the first of two meetings to help the agency formulate a response to the EC discussion...
'Edible paint' has food applications, claim scientists
Scientists at Cornell University have created an environmentally friendly, non-toxic, removable, edible paint that could be used in candy and dietary supplements.
Too much 'bad' fat plus copper may lead to mental decline
A diet high in saturated and trans fats combined with high copper intake could lead to an accelerated rate of decline in mental function, suggests a study from Chicago.
CRN authors risk assessments for carnitine
A risk assessment for the "conditionally essential nutrient", carnitine, has been authored by the CRN, providing industry and consumers with important information on safe dosage levels.