DSM’s fat emulsion appetite-suppressing power pinpointed
The appetite-suppressing activity of Fabuless, DSM’s fat emulsion, may be due to slowing transit through the intestine, says a new study.
Archives for September 21, 2009
Inadequate vit D doses boosting elderly heart disease death risk
Older people with insufficient levels of vitamin D may be at an increased risk of dying from heart disease than those with adequate levels of the vitamin, says a new study.
Danone to resubmit bolstered article 13.5 dossiers
Danone will resubmit withdrawn article 13.5 European Union probiotic health claims by year’s end with additional trials added to the dossiers to strengthen their claims, according to a health claims expert working with the company.
Analysis: The details of Dannon's probiotic settlement
Dannon’s out-of-court settlement of the $300m class action mounted against it the beginning of last year contains some interesting clauses such as the fact Dannon has only committed to altering its on-pack immunity marketing for three years.
Codex can unite Asian food regulations
The importance of the Codex Alimentaria in developing regulatory harmony in a region like Asia where rules differ so greatly, has been emphasised at a recent event hosted by the Asian arm of Belgian consultancy, EAS.
EPAX builds its house on low-oxidant fish oils
A supplier of marine-based Omega-3 products to capsule manufacturers is expanding its Norwegian operation with a new operational facility to accommodate a three-fold rise in staff numbers over nine years.
Special edition: Brain health
Markets: More brain food needed for the elderly
‘Brain food’ – or food that helps address cognitive health – is set to take the global market by storm. But marketers of such products have so far missed a gaping hole of opportunity, according to analysts.
New project to curb children’s diarrhea with zinc
A new program launched this week aims to help reduce severe diarrhea in children via dietary supplementation with zinc.