Archives for October 19, 2006

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Dairy research barely alive in the UK, warn scientists

By  Chris Mercer

Dairy research and development in the UK has been systematically destroyed, warn two senior ex-officials, seriously damaging the potential for the country's industry to compete against foreign players.

Australia, NZ propose scheduling and product vigilance provisions

By  staff reporter

The controversial plan to establish a joint authority to regulate Australia and New Zealand's therapeutic products sector, including complementary medicines, took a step forward this week with the publication of consultation documents on scheduling...

Danisco intros probiotic studied for antibiotic recovery

By  staff reporter

Danisco is introducing a new addition to its Howru probiotics line, which it says was seen in the first of a series of condition-specific studies to help restore the beneficial bacteria in the human gut after taking antibiotics.

How much difference does ethical food sourcing make?

By  Anthony Fletcher

Ethical codes of labour practice along the food supply chain have had positive impacts on issues such as health and safety, but more could be achieved, says a major new report.

Ginseng extract name-change to avoid confusion

By  Jess Halliday

A trademark issue between Naturex and Blue California over ginseng extract brands has resulted in the re-naming of Blue California's product, following an out-of-court settlement.

Oligofructose cuts infections and sickness in kids, says study

By  Stephen Daniells

A daily supplement of the prebiotic oligofructose significantly improved the intestinal health of young children in day care, and cut the number of bacterial infections and illness episodes, says new research from France.

Adverse events reporting may not quell critics

By  Clarisse Douaud in Las Vegas

Whether or not adverse events reporting will increase consumer confidence will depend on how the industry follows requirements, an official from SafetyCall International told Supply Side West attendees in a talk Thursday.

AHA heart health mark grows on whole grain claims

By  Lorraine Heller

A heart healthy food stamp from the American Heart Association (AHA) is being increasingly relied on by consumers, according to the AHA, which says that growing participation rates are a sign of the success of its heart-check mark.

Low-dose folic acid could reduce homocysteine levels

By  Stephen Daniells

A low-dose daily supplement of folic acid improved levels homocysteine in people with high levels of the amino acid and could reduce the risk of coronary artery disease, suggests a small study from Taiwan.