Probiotic may prevent respiratory illnesses: study
The bacterial strain Lactobacillus plantarum 299 may protect intubated, critically-ill patients from pneumonia, suggests a small Swedish study.
Archives for November 7, 2008
Milk facing soybean innovation battle
The dairy industry will have to step up to the challenge of matching ongoing developments in soybeans as a replacement for a number of milk-based products and ingredients, according to one New Zealand dairy supplier.
Dispatches from Health Ingredients Europe
Dow launches ingredient for reduced fat absorption
Dow introduced a new weight management ingredient at Health Ingredients Europe this week, which it claims has been shown to block the absorption of saturated and trans-fats in pre-clinical trials.
Round table: Food policy under Obama
Barack Obama has pledged to bring change to his country. Three food industry executives discuss what his election could mean for food regulation and trade, and policy interplay with healthcare and energy.
Chr Hansen sees results of tight focus
Chr Hansen has reported a year of strong growth in 2007/8, putting it in a strong position to expand in the life sciences arena, and in particular health and nutrition.
LycoRed files patent for skin health science
‘Surprising’ results from a recent study have prompted Israel’s LycoRed to file for patent protection for its Lyc-O-Mato tomato extract and skin health.
Taiyo expands green tea range
Green tea supplier, Taiyo, is adding active ingredients with weight management, taste and stress relief benefits to its green tea range.
B vitamins may protect over-65s from cancer, says study
A daily supplement of B vitamins may reduce the risk of breast cancer and other invasive cancers in women over the age of 65, according to a new study from the US.