Omega-3 claims draw regulator attention in UK
UK food supplements manufacturer, Equazen, has had its wrist slapped by the advertising watchdog for the second time this year for making unsustainable claims.
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Industry plays up mutual recognition potential
Although too early to access the direct benefits of the recently adopted Mutual Recognition Regulation, the health products industry says that officials and its members alike will see major benefits from the legislation.
Russian regions present new possibilities for food firms
The high potential of the Russian market is no longer centered solely on Moscow and St Petersburg, according to National Starch Food Innovation, but prosperity in the regions is opening up broader opportunities.
Gum and extracts experts establish new venture
Milan-based firms, Indena and the Gum Base Company have teamed up to bring fruit extract-fortified gum to market in a project that combines the...
Demand for zeaxanthin moves to drinks market
Chrysantis said it is developing its eye-health ingredient zeaxanthin for use in food and beverages as the company announced it is boosting its sales force to meet growing demand in the supplement sector.
Scheme could improve food chain efficiency
A new project aims to connect farmers with food manufacturers by building strong working partnerships based on mutual understanding, said the group behind the initiative.
Yoghurt can benefit bladder cancer, say researchers
Two servings of yoghurt per day can reduce the risk of developing bladder cancer by up to 40 per cent, say Swedish scientists.
MGP Ingredients outsources flour supply to boost profits
MGP Ingredients has announced that it has stopped production at its Atchison flour mill in Kansas and intends to switch the sourcing of its wheat flour to ConAgra for its protein and starch ingredients.
Ocean Nutrition Canada unveils $19m expansion plans
Ocean Nutrition Canada Limited (ONC) has announced a $19m investment into capacity expansion which it claims will secure its position as the world’s largest fish oil manufacturer.