Burgundy protects botanical extract process
Burgundy has secured a patent for its botanical extract products IridoForce and UTIrose which will help it to extend its presence in the joint health and urinary health markets.
Archives for June 28, 2007
Probiotics may cut diarrhoea amongst the elderly
Probiotic-containing drinks may help reduce diarrhoea among older people receiving antibiotics, reports new research that could offer savings to public health services.
Raisio mulls Nokia mill closure
Raisio has revealed that it is considering shutting down its grain mill in Nokia, Finland, to raise profitability in the face of changing market conditions.
Gut health protein and peptide study begins
The potential uses of proteins and peptides to improve gut health are to be explored through an industry-led collaborative project launched by Leatherhead Food International today.
Low B6 intake linked to colorectal cancer study
Low intake of vitamin B6 may increase a man's risk of colorectal cancer by 31 per cent, suggests a study from Japan.
Advitech enters France and Belgium via pharma
Canadian supplier Advitech has announced it is taking its psoriasis product Dermylex to France and Belgium through a distribution agreement with a pharmaceutical corporation, Iprad Santé S.A.
Shuster Labs offers testing for Chinese sourcing
Yet another company is promoting its ability to help dietary supplement manufacturers ensure their imported ingredients are safe, following safety issues with products of Chinese origin.
Experts to debate the great food-health conflict
Food industry experts and academics are to convene next week to debate the conflicts between modern food provisions and healthy living, and how these could be considered in devising food marketing strategies.