Health Canada publishes multivitamin, mineral monograph
Health Canada has published a new monograph on natural health products containing two or more vitamins and minerals, which sets out instructions on preparation, safety and labelling.
Archives for November 6, 2007
Manufacturers make big sales growth for Callebaut
Barry Callebaut has reported growth in full year 2006/7 that outstrips the chocolate sector at large, largely driven by sales to food manufacturers with which it has several big new deals.
Aronia berry extract launched by Kaden Biochemicals
Kaden Biochemicals has introduced an aronia extract which it says is an outstanding and economical alternative to other antioxidants on the market.
Probiotics have a role in paediatrics, say experts
Experts at a Nestle-sponsored symposium on probiotics and children's health have urged paediatricians to pay attention to emerging research on so-called good bacteria, although more research is needed on the mechanisms behind the benefit of specific...
EHPM pleads to stop nutrient profiling of supplements
As the European Food Safety Authority prepares its opinion on the feasibility of nutrient profiling, the trade organisation EHPM has asked that food supplements should be exempted from the rule.
ARS launches antioxidant value database
The USDA's Agriculture Research Service has published a new database giving antioxidant values for 277 fruits, nuts, vegetables and spices, which could help inform industry and scientists about healthy potential of certain ingredients.