BioCell launches wasabia-derived i-Sabi
BioCell Technology has launched a proprietary wasabi ingredient - i-Sabi - set to appear in dietary supplements on retail shelves as early as March 2007.
Archives for January 16, 2007
Nestlé reports good safety data for symbiotics in infant formula
Formula containing both pro- and prebiotics is well tolerated and may have added benefits on weight gain in infants, says a new study sponsored by Nestlé.
Sugar solution targets organic apple growth
The application of vinasse, a fermented waste product obtained from sugar processing, could help the organic apple industry eradicate a major source of disease.
Tomato plus broccoli - added benefits for prostates?
Tomatoes and broccoli, independently known for their anti-cancer benefits, may have an extra effect against prostate cancer when both are part of the daily diet than when they're eaten alone, if results from an animal study can be replicated in humans.
Supplements book draws fierce response from industry
A newly published book has incited backlash from trade associations within the dietary supplements industry for its critical portrayal of regulatory controls and safety. In the past, the industry's respectable face has worked hard to distance itself...
FDA expands use of 'lean' label for convenience foods
A number of convenience meal products will now be able to carry a 'lean' nutritional claim, after the US Food and Drug Administration expanded the use of the term.
Tate & Lyle offers nutrient-enriched, tasty prototypes
Tate & Lyle is introducing a new formulation service that facilitates the addition of nutrients to food products, but without compromising on taste - an all-important factor in persuading consumers to switch to healthier alternatives.