Regulatory approval to boost EU vitamin K2 market
The formal European Union approval of vitamin K2 as a safe food ingredient in foods and food supplements will benefit Norwegian supplier, Natto Pharma, both in Europe and abroad, the company says.
Archives for August 11, 2009
Pesticides debate heats up after UK’s Food Security Assessment
The European Crop Protection Association has expressed concern that restrictive EU regulation on pesticide use could stand in the way of global food security, following the UK’s Food Security Assessment.
EU lycopene ADI discussions to continue
The Food Standards Agency in the UK says lycopene levels – at least for the carotenoid’s use as a food colour – are under review at EU level.
Eggshell membrane may outperform glucosamine for joint health
Extracts from the membrane of an eggshell may improve the symptoms of osteoarthritis, and offer an alternative to glucosamine and chondroitin sulphate, suggest new findings.
Kraft adopts Smart Choices criteria for kids’ advertising
Kraft Foods has said that it will use the nutrition criteria behind the new Smart Choices nutrition labeling program to determine which products it advertises to American children aged 6-11.
Breaking down Canadian health claims… as change awaits
The use of health claims on food products in Canada could be set for a significant revamp, as the nation’s regulatory body reviews its approach. NutraIngredients-USA.com examines areas of potential amendment and breaks down the current system in...
More omega-3, less omega-6 for colorectal protection
Increasing the intake of omega-3 fatty acids, and decreasing intakes of omega-6, could reduce the risk of colorectal cancer, suggests a new study from China.
FDA sued over ‘unclear’ GMP rules
The Food and Drug Administration is being sued over its controversial and much-amended GMP regulations on the grounds the 1000-page rule is “ambiguous where it should be clear”, according to the attorney mounting the action.