GM purple tomatoes boost life of cancer-prone rats
UK scientists have found genetically modified (GM), anthocyanin-boosted purple tomatoes can increase the life-span of cancer-susceptible rats.
Archives for October 22, 2008
Bionade may extend Olympic efforts for sport-drink push
A German manufacturer of organic soft drinks says it may consider further cooperation with individual Olympic organizations in order to boost the international reputation of its branded range of sports beverages.
Pine bark functional ingredient achieves GMP certification
A functional food and cosmeceutical ingredient derived from French maritime pine bark has been certified for Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) by the country’s health products association.
EFSA says yes to calcium, no to omega-3s and probiotics
The latest batch of European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) opinions has surfaced with the assessor giving the thumbs up to three claims revolving around calcium, vitamin D and bone health.
New SunOpta deal expands vegetable oil business
SunOpta is continuing its march into the organic vegetable oils sector as it announces a new deal with Daabon Organic USA to distribute organic palm oil products.
Dispatches from SupplySide West
'Stevia is a drug', says FDA citizen’s petition
A two-man law firm from Washington DC has petitioned the US Food and Drink Administration (FDA) to prevent the addition of steviol glycosides to food.
China lifts DHEA ban
The Chinese government has lifted the ban it placed on the manufacture and export of DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone) in the lead up to the Beijing Olympic Games in August.
Disptaches from SupplySide West
GMPs and the management obstacle
The successful implementation of new GMP regulations needs to start with the education of upper management on the requirements and implications of the rules, industry heard yesterday.
Stevia potential bigger than we thought, PureCircle
PureCircle is reviewing its operational strategy and development plans, as high purity Reb-A, derived from stevia, is attracting attention as a potential complement to sugar as well as a replacement for existing high intensity sweeteners (HIS).