Acrylamide risk opinion remains unchanged, says EFSA
Efforts to reduce acrylamide remain a priority as the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) concludes risk assessments regarding the carcinogen will stay the same.
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FDA must clarify drug-supplement borderline, says AHPA
The launch of a plant sterol-aspirin combination product being marketed as both a dietary supplement and a drug, highlights a legal grey area that requires refinement, according to the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA).
Avesthagen targets US with organic Indian superfruit
Avesthagen is hoping to step up its superfruit offerings with the launch of a new powdered extract derived from an India, which it claims offers an antioxidant-rich food and cosmetics ingredient for US manufacturers.
Omega-3 DHA shows promise against eczema
Daily supplements of the omega-3 fatty acid docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) may improve symptoms of eczema, according to the results of a new trial.