Sensus study shows inulin benefits for formula-fed babies
Sensus is expecting a study assessing the prebiotic benefits of inulin for formula-fed babies to help it in its efforts to target the infant nutrition market in the coming year.
Archives for September 14, 2006
Review questions calcium supplements public health benefit
The effects of calcium supplementation on bone density in healthy children have been seen to be minimal in a review study that concludes it to be of limited public health importance - a finding that could result in consumer confusion if its...
Raisio is less optimistic over 2006 outlook
Finnish food group Raisio has downgrades its expectations for full-year 2006 as it grapples with the weak performance by its Finnish, Swedish and Russian food business and diagnostics, and carries the costs of restructuring.
Industry interested in unsaturated fatty acid use
A conference presenting the health benefits of dietary unsaturated fatty acids was widely attended by food technologists, indicating that manufacturers are seeking to arm themselves with the latest research as they strive to make healthier products.
Bottled water beats cancer in lab study
A little-known bottled water from Scotland may help to stop cancer cells spreading, a study has found, giving the drink a unique potential in healthy beverage trends.
California dairy body provides guidance for lactose intolerant kids
A Californian nutrition council has announced some simple strategies that can be implemented in order to encourage lactose-intolerant children to consume the recommended daily servings of dairy products.