Collagen ingredient better than glucosamine for joint health?
A patented collagen ingredient may be twice as effective as glucosamine and chondroitin for joint health, according to results of randomized, double-blind study.
Archives for October 29, 2009
EU doctors back elderly vitamin D fortification
A coalition of European doctors has recommended vitamin D be given to over-75s at 600-800IU per day, after meeting in England over the weekend.
Waiting game continues in high dose supplement battle
A further delay in the publication of the EU draft amendment of the maximum permitted levels (MPLs) for nutrients in food supplements leaves the UK and other member states' high dose supplements industry with still all to play for.
Coke defends omega-3 superjuice ads
Coca-Cola has defended a television advert for a DHA-fortified superjuice, saying the advert used humor to imply general brain benefits that were construed as being more specifically memory-boosting by the voluntary advertising watchdog.
Chewing gum may keep appetite at bay - study
Chewing gum can help to reduce calorie intake and burn up energy, claims a US study.
Frutarom glucose control herb ready for US DS market
Frutarom USA has followed the European release of a herb extracted from the purslane plant that studies show have glucose-controlling properties, with a US launch targeting the dietary supplements area.
Rooibus extract may boost acai's health punch
Formulating açai products with extracts from rooibus tea may enhance the colour and improve the stability of açai’s healthy components, suggests a new study from Texas.