Lutein awareness continues to grow across Europe
Awareness of lutein in Europe is growing year on year, according to a new consumer survey that shows the potential of marketing to expand the food supplements market in Europe.
Archives for April 29, 2007
Astaxanthin eyed as weight loss ingredient
Astaxanthin, the carotenoid mostly associated with eye health, stopped weight gain in mice fed a high-fat diet and offer an interesting alternative to the blossoming weight management market if results can be repeated in humans.
Keratec gains worldwide halal approval
New Zealand ingredients innovator Keratec says it has received approval for its entire Functional Keratin products derived from sheep's wool are suitable for use in products for the halal market.
EGCG from tea may prevent arthritis - study
Epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) extracted from green tea may inhibit the production of inflammatory molecules associated with and joint damage in people with rheumatoid arthritis, scientists have reported.
AHPA opposes FDA's CAM guidance
In a case that furthers the polemic surrounding regulatory structure of the dietary industry, the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) has issued comments to the US Food & Drug Administration (FDA) urging the agency to withdraw its draft...
Euringus introduces organic pea fibre for Europe
French supplier Euringus is introducing a new organic pea fibre to its ingredient range, which it expects will help food makers meet demand for fibre-enriched products in Europe in the light of consumer campaigns.