Prebiotic-fortified fruit juice passes formulation test: Study
Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) can be used to partially replace sucrose in fruit juices without detrimentally affecting physical characteristics of the juice, says new research from India.
Archives for November 28, 2008
Yakult prepares for major US probiotics education
Probiotic firm Yakult is preparing a major new education campaign in the US, which it hopes will help raise consumer awareness of the benefits of probiotics.
Calcium L-threonate safe for use in supplements, says EFSA
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has backed the use of calcium L-threonate as a source of calcium in dietary supplements.
Selenium supplements may boost heart health: Study
Supplements of selenium may increase levels of an antioxidant enzyme with a reported role in cardiovascular prevention, according to a new study.
A higher bar for infant nutrition
The infant nutrition market has shifted one notch upwards, adjusting to safety concerns and stricter requirements. Shane Starling speaks to DSM’s Fabiana Assis on how the firm has raised the bar in response.