One in seven US teens vitamin D deficient: Cornell researchers
One in seven American adolescents is vitamin D deficient, says a new study by Cornell researchers, with better education of consumers critical to boosting levels of the vitamin.
Archives for March 13, 2009
Proliant obtains GRAS for ImmunoLin
Proliant Health and Biologicals’ bovine globulin ingredient, ImmunoLin, has achieved self-affirmed generally-recognised as safe (GRAS) status, paving the way for its use in functional foods and beverages.
Antioxidant focus
Antioxidants: The rise of polyphenols
For many consumers, antioxidant doesn’t go beyond vitamins C and E, and beta-carotene, but as understanding of the antioxidant compounds in fruit and vegetables increases, more research is pointing towards the potential of polyphenols.
Omega-3 EPA could be sourced from biodiesel: Researchers
Fungal treatment of a biodiesel byproduct can produce the omega-3 fatty acid EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid), offering a potentially economical source of EPA from microbes.
Lipid metabolism project to speed healthy food development
A new EU-wide research project is being launched to use computer models to study the effects of gut microbiota on lipid metabolism, with the aim of speeding the development of healthy foods.
Juice additive criticism stirs label concerns
As the addition of herbal products and antioxidants in products like juices comes under the scrutiny of consumer groups, one supplement association says some drinks may require detailed labelling to offset potential safety concerns.
Ocean Spray promotes from within for new research manager
Cranberry giants Ocean Spray have appointed Dr Christina Khoo to the position of manager of research sciences, emphasizing the company’s continued drive of science.