Target women with energy drinks, says Mintel
UK consumers view energy drinks as value for money rather than a luxury, with sales for the products expected to soar over the next five years, according to the latest statistics from Mintel.
Archives for September 29, 2009
Danone splits from Wahaha; not talking to Mead
Danone’s troubled relationship with China’s Wahaha looks finally to be at an end; and rumours of a new deal with Mead Johnson over baby food are flatly denied.
Scientists unite to stop omega-3 ‘Euro-mad rush’
Twenty one of the world’s leading omega-3 scientists have petitioned the European Commission in a last-ditch effort to convince EU rule makers its omega-3 nutrition labelling plans are flawed and should be significantly revised.
Jury to decide lutein patent dispute case
A US district court has ruled a jury not a judge must decide a long-running patent dispute between leading lutein supplier, Kemin Health and start-up, OmniActive Health Technologies.
Danone unit recalls infant formula after blending error
Medical nutrition group Nutricia is recalling a batch of specialized infant formula in the US after a manufacturing error was found to have impacted ingredient levels in the formulation.
'Sexy' probiotics will bring men to the market
Men are the next key target area for the growing probiotic market, says a new report, but they won’t be turned on by the same health messages as women.
FDA develops new ways to spread recall information
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a strategic plan for risk communication that outlines ways in which it will let consumers and health professionals know about the products it regulates.
Senator moots premarket approval for supplements
Senator Arlen Specter put forward the idea of premarket government approval for dietary supplements at a senate hearing yesterday on hidden steroids in body building products.
Probiotics may protect against gum disease: Yakult study
A daily shot of a probiotic milk drink may reduce inflammation and bleeding in the mouth linked to gingivitis and gum disease, says a new study from Germany.
Omega-3 may protect diabetics from heart failure
Increased intakes of omega-3 fatty acids may protect diabetics from heart failure, according to a new study from the Netherlands.