Resveratrol encapsulation may boost bioavailability
Microencapsulation of resveratrol may prolong the release of the compound and improve it’s absorption, claims a new study from China.
Archives for March 23, 2010
Health Canada allows synthetic caffeine into more soft drinks
Health Canada has given beverage makers more freedom to add caffeine to their products after extending the authorised use of the stimulant to all carbonated drinks.
Omega-3: from academia to commercial blockbuster
Omega-3 veteran Ian Newton shares three decades-worth of industry experience that has seen the fatty acid go from non-existent to heavy blip on the nutritional radar.
Coffee researchers identify stomach friendly ingredient
New research into the causes of stomach problems sometimes experienced by coffee drinkers has uncovered an ingredient that could pave the way for gentler brews.
EU herbal directive faces legal challenge
The Alliance for Natural Health International (ANH-I) has announced it will challenge the European Union Traditional Herbal Medicinal Products Directive (THMPD) after consulting with two UK legal firms.
Glanbia Performance Nutrition awarded £200,000
Ingredients firm Glanbia Performance Nutrition has received a £200,000 grant from regional development agency One North East.
Marine ingredient firm gets Tate & Lyle cash injection
UK-based marine biotechnology firm Aquapharm Biodiscovery has received £4.2m in extra financing from its current investors which includes Tate & Lyle Ventures – a move it says will boost further development and commercialisation of its marine...
First US CLA milk launched to 'local' Acclaim
A Wisconsin start-up has launched the first Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA)-fortified chocolate milk in the US, making it the third localized release, CLA food or drink product to hit the market since GRAS (generally recognized as safe) approval was...