Health claims confusing for consumers, study says
A review of current health and nutritional claims on food products has found consumers struggle when it comes to understanding what the claim really means.
Archives for July 10, 2007
'China-free' label stokes import debate
In the ongoing controversy surrounding ingredients derived from China, one dietary supplement company has taken the bold move to label its products as "China-free".
Cargill inks Canadian oliggo-fiber distribution deal
Cargill announced it will be distributing its oliggo-fiber inulin products in Canada through LV Lomas following the ingredient's recent approval by Health Canada.
Vitamin C may boost folate supplement response
Supplementation with vitamin C may increase the uptake of a folic acid derivative, suggests new research from Belgium.
Different omega-3 may offer different colorectal protection
Increased intake of omega-3 fatty acids from marine source, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), may offer differing levels of protection against colorectal cancer, suggests a new study.