Sweetener blends show prebiotic chocolate potential
Blends of low-calorie sweeteners like maltitol with polydextrose boosted gut microflora when formulated in chocolate with excellent tolerance, says a new study from the University of Reading.
Archives for April 13, 2010
OmniActive self-affirms GRAS for Lutemax
Lutein player OmniActive Health Technologies has announced self-affirmed GRAS (generally recognized as safe) status for its Lutemax lutein ingredient range.
EHPM says nutrient profiling irrelevant for food supplements
Leading European food supplements trade group, the European Federation of Associations of Health Product Manufacturers (EHPM) says moves to delete nutrient profiling from health claims regulations would have little effect on the dietary supplements industry.
EFSA opinion paves way for EU approval of stevia-based sweeteners
EU approval for natural sweeteners from the stevia leaf has moved one step closer after scientists at the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) gave them a clean bill of health.
Dairy and beverages dominate immune-supporting ingredients
Dairy products and beverages dominate equally the immune-supporting ingredients sector both within Europe and globally, according to a new report from Danish-based research group Bio2com.
EPAX emphasises sustainability values with new website
Nordic omega-3 player EPAX is emphasising its sustainable business practices with the launch of a new website dedicate to communicating sustainability, traceability and accountability.
Mars sues over cocoa flavanols
Mars Inc is suing Nutraceuticals, Life Extension Foundation and Naturex for infringing nine patents covering the manufacture of its CirkuHealth cocoa flavanols.