Broccoli extract’s heart health benefits pinpointed?
A compound found in vegetables like broccoli, cabbage and cauliflower, may protect arteries from disease by boosting a natural defence mechanism, says a new study from the UK.
Archives for September 6, 2009
KitoZyme wins OIV approval for animal, allergen free wine agents
Belgian ingredients supplier KitoZyme has gained approval from the OIV for two vegetal polymers designed to stabalise and clarify wine, therefore clearing the way for their commercial use.
More vitamin D for mothers, less for infants?
A new study at the University of British Columbia will examine whether increasing the recommended dose of vitamin D for pregnant women will increase levels of the vitamin delivered to their babies in breast milk.
New book lifts lid on evolving Nutricosmetics niche
A new book, Nutritional Cosmetics, Beauty From Within, aims to highlight the key trends that are defining this fast developing market category.
Antioxidant-rich juices boost heart health: Study
Consuming antioxidant-rich raspberry juice or tea may prevent artery hardening, and lead to improvements in heart health, say results of a European wide research.
Health claims focus
The evolution of Europe’s health claims system
In part two of a series on the European nutrition and health claims regulation, we take a look into the past to scrutinize the reasons for its inception and wonder whether it is meeting its goals.
B vitamins and green tea extract drive energy drinks
B vitamins and green tea extract are driving new product development in energy drinks even more than an avoidance of ingredients with negative connotations such as high fructose corn syrup, according to market researcher Mintel.
Nestle opens luxury chocolate research centre
Nestle has opened a chocolate research centre in Switzerland to inspire new formulations, product concepts and packaging designs in the luxury segment.