Orafti launches low sugar Beneo for feel-good foods
Orafti has announced the introduction of Beneo LGI, a virtually sugar-free inulin with multiple applications for healthier food formulation - including products with a low glycaemic index.
Archives for December 12, 2006
Adverse events bill awaits Bush's signature
The House of Representatives has passed the Dietary Supplement and Non-Prescription Drug Consumer Protection Act on adverse events reporting, and the bill is now on its way to President George W Bush for signature.
Hidrox global launch based on Med diet, joint health
DSM Nutritional Products is expanding distribution of its olive-derived Hidrox ingredient to Europe, Asia, Latin America and Africa, aimed at foods related to the Mediterranean lifestyle and joint health supplements.
Vitamin E pills fails to slow cognitive decline in trial
Taking vitamin E supplements does not slow the natural cognitive decline associated with age in older women, says a new study from Harvard.
Health claims publication tabled for March/April
Publication of the new European health and nutrition claims and food fortification regulations has been delayed until next spring - a scenario that should affect nothing but the timescale for entering into force, although experts expect more...
Fish and whole grains linked to asthma protection
An increased consumption of whole grains and fish could reduce the risk of developing asthma by about 50 per cent, suggests a new study from The Netherlands.
Açai plantations may one day pad supply
If the Brazilian açai industry is going to satisfy growing demand for the wild-harvested superfruit, plantations may be the only answer, according to a distributor who says the country's government will also have to charge royalties for the germplasm...
National Starch launches info portal on resistant starch
National Starch Food Innovation has launched what it claims to be the most comprehensive source of information on resistant starch, designed to provide an easy reference base for nutrition experts.