Natreon builds science behind its Indian gooseberry
New-Jersey-based Natreon says the latest study on its Indian gooseberry ingredient finds it to have longer lasting antioxidant properties than other extracts of the berry.
Archives for July 22, 2008
Muller quits '1 a Day' yoghurt range in UK
The UK arm of German dairy giant Muller has canned its '1 a Day' healthy yoghurt line after only 12 months, citing retailer disappointment with sales levels and downward pressure on its premiums as fundamental reasons.
Magnesium, calcium and zinc forms deemed safe by EFSA
EFSA scientists say there is no concern over the safety of three mineral forms commonly used in food supplements, even at doses twice that commonly found in the regular diet.
UNPA alliance aims to build science behind supplements
Trade group United Natural Products Alliance (UNPA) has joined forces with another supplement testing lab, in a move that will help develop crucial scientific backing for the industry.
Court finds pomegranate juice is not so super
California-based pomegranate maker Purely Juice has been ordered to pay market leader, Pom Wonderful, $1.5m for making false and misleading claims about the purity of its juices.
Resistant starch raises fibre in gluten-free bread: study
A new study has concluded that partially replacing corn starch in gluten free breads with tapioca and corn resistant starch can raise dietary fibre significantly, but without having a great impact on rheological properties.
Danisco aims to milk probiotic immune system benefits
Danisco is launching a new protobiotic fortification for milk products in North America, which targets the market for immune-boosting children's products.