Fat-free milk may lower blood pressure
An increased intake of calcium and vitamin D from non-fat dairy could reduce the risk of developing high blood pressure, suggests new research from Harvard.
Archives for February 21, 2008
BI Nutraceuticals chooses Canadian distributor
BI Nutraceuticals' customers in eastern Canada will be supplied exclusively from CK Foods, following a distribution agreement signed between the two companies.
Innovation raises Nestle above raw material impact
Repositioning on a healthy food platform and investing in research of value-added ingredients has lifted Nestle out of the reach of raw material prices and other economic encumbrances.
Barentz acquisition boosts antioxidants presence
Ambitious Netherlands-based ingredients distributor Barentz Europe has acquired fellow Dutch antioxidants start-up Vitablend Holding, a move the company hopes will help establish it as the leading specialty ingredients supplier in Europe.
Industry to examine DHA-EPA opportunities
DHA and EPA omega-3 will be the focus of two events to be held next month, which will aim to provide food and supplement makers with key issues affecting the industry.
Co-Q10 may ease fatigue after exercise: study
Supplements of coenzyme Q10 may boost physical performance and reduce feelings of tiredness associated with exercise, Japanese researchers have reported.