New research examines the psychology of food choices
How food choices are presented may have more influence on consumers than they realize, according to a new study in the Journal of Consumer Research.
Archives for October 13, 2009
New organic-certified fucoidan for functional beverages
The first organic-certified fucoidan ingredient developed for the functional beverage market will be launched as Fucorich at Supply Side West next month, according to the Australian biotechnology company Marinova.
Lallemand puts spotlight on immune-benefits for probiotics
Immune health from gut health is not too obscure for consumers, but work needs to be done on identifying the mechanisms involved, said the conclusions from a two-day meeting in Toulouse.
Green tea extracts may slow smokers’ lung damage
Daily consumption of a Chinese green tea extract may slow the damage of cigarette smoke in the lungs, according to results from a rat study from Hong Kong.
UK censors Danone probiotic TV ads
The voluntary UK advertising watchdog has told Danone to cease broadcasting TV adverts that stated its one-shot probiotic drinking yoghurt, Actimel, could boost the immune system of children.
New protein for clear drinks in clear bottles
Creating a clear functional drink suitable for transparent bottles is the key advantage of a new hydrolyzed whey protein from Milk Specialties.
UAS acts against probiotic piracy
Minnesota-based UAS Laboratories says at least three companies are selling probiotic products that fraudulently claim to contain its trademarked, Lactobacillus acidophilus DDS-1 strains.