Popcorn and cereal pack antioxidant punch, says study
Certain cereals and salty snacks like popcorn may be healthier than previously thought thanks to their unusually high antioxidant content.
Archives for August 18, 2009
Next generation yoghurt cultures set for global roll-out
Chr Hansen will unveil a new range of premium yoghurt cultures within weeks in response to needs identified by yoghurt producers across the globe.
Omega-3, vitamin E mix shows potential for autistic speech
A combination of omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin E may lead to speech improvements in autistic children with verbal disorders, suggests a new study.
Austrian supplements infringe isoflavones patent
An Austrian court has ruled against a red clover food supplement for making misleading menopausal claims in breach of a European health indications patent held by the Australian firm, Novogen.
Rosehip extract censored over bone health claims
UK supplements company, Goldshield Healthcare Direct, has run foul of the advertising watchdog there for making misleading joint health claims in full-page national newspaper adverts about a rosehip extract.
ENI withdraws from Canadian, EU vegetarian glucosamine markets
Ethical Naturals will no longer supply its vegetarian glucosamine to supplement manufacturers in Canada, the EU and Brazil, following a patent dispute with competitor Cargill.
Omega-3 test to determine heart disease risk
A take-home kit that allows consumers to measure their omega-3 levels claims to be a better predictor of heart disease risk than cholesterol levels, while having the potential to act as an efficacy measure.