GOED calls for omega-3 IOM petition support
The Global Organization for EPA and DHA Omega-3s (GOED) wants interested parties to throw their support behind a campaign to establish omega-3 dietary reference intakes (DRI) in the US for the first time.
Archives for February 12, 2010
Biotech firm awaits EU move as lilac extract gets US patent
Italian biotechnology company, IRB, said a European patent is pending on the preparation and use of cell line cultures from the lilac-based extract that was awarded a patent in the US earlier this month.
Rye beats laxatives for constipation relief: Study
Consumption of fibre-rich rye bread may ease constipation and perform commercial laxatives, according to a new study from Finland.
New EU omega-3 labeling rules to boost product launches: GOED
New European Union omega-3 labelling rules will help consumers understand the role the fatty acids can play in the diet and boost product launches, according to the global omega-3 trade group, GOED.
Gut microflora and diabetes: Study suggests role for pro-, pre-biotics
Bacterial populations in the gut of diabetics differ from non-diabetics, says a new study from Denmark that may open up a potential role for modify gut microflora with probiotics and prebiotics and improve health.
Industry calls on Senators to block McCain’s supplements bill
The US dietary supplements industry has launched a fight back against Senator McCain’s proposed Dietary Supplement Safety Act (DSSA), which they say poses an unnecessary threat to existing legislation.
Hoodia supplements found not to contain hoodia
Californian authorities have issued an injunction against a supplements manufacturer in the state for marketing a hoodia gordonii extract-based appetite suppressant, after testing revealed it in fact contained no hoodia.