Archives for October 6, 2009

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Yoghurt group unfazed by mass probiotics rejection

By Shane Starling

The European Food Safety Authority’s mass rejection of probiotic dossiers is not the disaster it appears if ‘technical’ obstacles can be overcome, according to a group that represents the biggest yoghurt players in the world.

Scientists protest as EC validates omega-3 labelling rule

By Shane Starling

The group of international scientists that last week petitioned the European Commission to amend a mooted omega-3 labelling regulation they believe would confuse consumers, have vowed to continue their fight in the European Parliament, after the EC...

Canada must amend its natural product regulations

By Shane Starling

Canada’s controversial Natural Health Products (NHP) Directorate must be amended if the Canadian functional foods market is not to face severe long-term regulatory restriction, according to a leading trade group there.

Folate may prevent hearing loss in men

By Stephen Daniells

Increased intakes of folate and folic acid may reduce the risk of hearing loss in men by 20 per cent, says a new study from the US.

FDA and DEA need to crack down on steroids

By Shane Starling

The FDA and DEA should exercise greater muscle in cracking down on products containing steroids and other contaminants, according to a Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) response to a Senate sub-committee on the topic.