Lonza fibre ingredient OK'd in Australia
Swiss supplier Lonza has won approval to use its prebiotic Larch arabinogalactan ingredient in food supplements in Australia.
Archives for July 21, 2008
IADSA hosts Latin American regulatory debate
Developing harmonised dietary supplements regulations in Latin America was the central topic at a recent meeting in Buenos Aires, Argentina, convened by the International Alliance of Dietary/Food Supplement Associations (IADSA).
Sabinsa ingredients certified Halal
Sabinsa Corporation has received Halal certification for a number of its dietary supplement ingredients, opening up their use in products targeting Muslim populations.
Goji berry juice improves energy, happiness: study
Consuming goji berry juice for two weeks increases feelings of general well-being and improves gastrointestinal functions, according to a new industry-sponsored clinical trial.
Health trend continues as obesity rates rise
The number of Americans who are obese has increased by nearly two percent in two years and people need to cut down on high calorie foods and sugary drinks, according to a new report.
Hot topic
HFCS – natural or not? Your views
The issue of whether high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) may be considered natural or not has been an issue of hot debate in recent months.
UK Sport eases position on food supplements
UK Sport has altered its position in regard to the use of food supplements and now says supplements such as whey, isotonic drinks, creatine and multivitamin and mineral complexes should be safe in most cases.