Low vitamin D levels again linked to higher death risk
Low levels of vitamin D may increase the risk of dying from all causes by 150 per cent, suggests a study with over 700 elderly women.
Archives for September 24, 2009
Omega-3 awareness not backed by supplement choices: Survey
The majority of US consumers believe they are missing omega-3s in their diet, but most do not opt for fish oil supplements to address this need, according to a nationwide survey.
Special edition: Brain health
Regulation: Communicating cognitive health
In the sixth article in our series on brain health, regulations governing the area are explored.
National Starch creates animal free emulsifier for instant foods
National Starch has developed a new fat encapsulation system for instant desserts or other dried products that replaces animal derived ingredients like sodium caseinate.
Ultra-sensitive nutrient assays to boost health claim dossiers
UK-based third party testing service, HFL Sports Science, has developed a series of ultra-sensitive lab assays that will allow supplements and functional food manufacturers to more accurately measure molecular profiles and their potential health effects.
Fish oil supplements (sans liver) are ok, says UK professor
The UK professor who found himself at the heart of an industry storm after his remarks on the value of food supplements were misquoted in the national press has spoken out to clarify his position.
Hindustan Unilever scientist on cutting ayurvedic barriers
A leading scientist at Hindustan Unilever has spoken out about the need to improve product quality and documentation to grow the market for ayurvedic nutraceuticals in India.
FDA ‘motivates’ firms to correct violations
A warning letter close-out process implemented this month by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) hopes to encourage firms to take corrective action – but so far even responses to warning letters are lacking.