Solae intros new soy protein for bars
The Solae Company is introducing a new isolated soy protein that aims to reduce the costs of formulating nutrition bars since it can be used in place of pricer milk proteins, and boost shelf life.
Archives for October 10, 2006
Valensa to supply salvia omega-3
Valensa International has introduced a new proprietary plant-sourced omega-3 - Tresalbio - derived from salvia hispanica seed extract and designed as a vegetarian ingredient source of the essential fatty acid.
ALA-rich walnuts could protect arteries after high-fat meal
Walnuts, a rich source of omega-3 alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), could improve artery function and heart health and may be more important in a Mediterranean-type diet than olive oil, suggests a small study from Spain.
Not all green lipped mussel extracts are created equal
A row amongst suppliers of green lipped mussel extract from New Zealand highlights the importance of supplement companies looking carefully at the nutritional values when sourcing ingredients, to be sure that their products do what they say on the tin.
Martek signs 15-year WhiteWave deal
Martek Biosciences has entered into a 15-year supply agreement, that includes co-branding priviledges, with WhiteWave Foods for the development of soy beverages containing Martek's flagship omega-3 ingredient, life'sDHA.
Antioxidant, polyphenol-rich Med diet could slash Alzheimer's risk
Greater adherence to a Mediterranean-style diet could cut the risk of Alzheimer's disease by a whopping 68 per cent, suggests a multi-ethnic study from the US.
Akzo Nobel seeks PARNUTS approval for Ferrazone
Akzo Nobel is progressing with its plan to take Ferrazone iron compound into Western markets, filing for EU novel foods approval through the UK's Food Standards Agency for use in PARNUTS and supplements.