Functional cheese still niche in the UK
An unhealthy image for cheese in the UK threatens to prevent many varieties from leaping on the functional food bandwagon.
Archives for May 8, 2007
New Zealand pushes innovation and trade at Vitafoods
New Zealand's nutraceutical industry is out in force at this year's Vitafoods exhibition, backed up by the country's trade and enterprise agency.
LycoRed goes global with Sochim deal for Italy
An Israeli ingredients firm has taken the next step in expanding its European presence through a series of strategic partnerships, signing a deal with Sochim to sell its portfolio to the Italian supplements market.
Verdure launches functional Benefruits ingredients
Verdure Sciences has launched a new line of proprietary nutraceutical fruit and vegetable based ingredients, Benefruits, for use in dietary supplements, functional food and beverage as well as personal care products.
Meta-analysis supports CLA's anti-obesity potential
A meta-analysis of human studies supports claims that conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) has the potential to help reduce fat mass, highlighting it as a possible aid in the fight against obesity.