Maternal folic acid may slash heart problems in children
Folic acid supplements during pregnancy may not only reduce the risk of birth defects but also protect the children from congenital heart defects, says a new study from the Netherlands.
Archives for December 3, 2009
Scots debut whey-omega-3 blend
Scottish omega-3 supplier, Equateq, has added to its range by blending a high-dose EPA omega-3 form with whey in a debut targeting the sports market.
Pine bark extract may boost diabetic eye health
Supplements of French maritime pine bark extract may improve the flow of blood in the tiny blood vessels of the retina, and enhance sight in diabetics with early stage eye problems, says a new study.
First nutrition bar with resveratrol launched
California-based ResVez has launched what it claims is the first nutrition bar containing resveratrol, reported to contain the same amount of the polyphenol as 50 glasses of red wine.
NPA: We need more cops, not laws
Responding to a call from the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) for greater regulation of the dietary supplements industry, trade groups have defended the legal status quo – fingering a lack of policing for a rise in contamination problems from...
Sustainability no less important in recession, survey
Most grocery manufacturers have either maintained or increased their investment in sustainability during the recession a survey has found, indicating the importance it will play for businesses in the coming decade.
Special Edition: Cranberries
Markets: cranberry goes mainstream
In the first of a four part special edition focused on cranberries, NutraIngredients looks at the market for the berry, with its entrance into the indulgence sectors an indication perhaps that health positioning is no longer the sole driving force behind...