Prebiotic potential of enzyme-converted durum wheat
Treating insoluble durum wheat fibre with an enzyme could produce a soluble fibre with potential prebiotics activity, according to a new study.
Archives for December 4, 2008
Roquette may bring more microalgae plants into the family
Roquette has plans to acquire more microalgae plants as part of its long-term strategy to become an important player in this emerging and interesting area of nutrition and health.
Indena provides new head for natural products journal
The R&D director of the natural products company Indena has been awarded the top job at the journal Fitoterapia.
Researchers develop cheap tortilla fortification
Researchers at Brigham University have completed a project to fortify tortillas with vitamins and minerals, in an effort to help improve the dietary deficiencies of Mexicans.
Fruit and veg may boost bone health: study
Increasing the alkali content of the diet by eating food such as fruit and vegetables may reduce calcium excretion and boost bone health, says a new study.
Bridging the benefit-ingredient knowledge gap
Companies need to do more to link health benefits and those particular ingredients that deliver them to capitalise on consumer interest, according to research commissioned by Beneo-Orafti.
General Mills rapped over probiotic claims
General Mills has been told to amend advertising for its functional yogurt product, Yoplait Yo-Plus, for making misleading claims.
Verdure launches organic botanical extracts
Verdure Sciences has launched a line of USDA-certified organic fruit and plant extracts, designed for use primarily in dietary supplements.