Study supports astaxanthin’s immune boosting power
Daily supplements of astaxanthin – the pigment that gives salmon its pink colour – may protect DNA from damage and boost the immune response in healthy young women, says a new study.
Archives for April 26, 2010
Bifodan unleashes “intelligent” probiotic armour
Bifodan is rolling out its patented food grade enteric coating for probiotic capsules to the European market.
Scientists rally in support of vitamin K2’s bone benefits
The null findings of a randomised clinical trial of vitamin K2 and bone health do not mean the vitamin does not benefit skeletal health, say leading scientists in the field who have challenged the recent findings.
USADA to name and shame contaminated supplements
The US Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) has been methodically buying dietary supplements from vendors and websites like amazon.com and will produce a list of branded products that contain banned substances by the end of the summer.
Aloecorp hails GRAS for aloe vera as food/drink ingredient
Aloecorp claims that it has become the first aloe vera grower and supplier to affirm GRAS (generally recognized as safe) status for use of aloe vera as a food and beverage ingredient in the US.