Natural Vitamin E price hike due to raw material spikes, DSM
DSM Nutritional Products has said it will put the price of natural vitamin E it supplies up by 12 per cent globally, in the wake of increases in raw materials.
Archives for April 29, 2010
Cereals offer best potential for US immune-supporting ingredients
Cereals offer the best potential for growth in the immune-supporting ingredients sector, according to a new report from Danish-based research group Bio2com.
Science builds for cinnamon’s anti-diabetic effects
A water extract from cinnamon may decrease blood sugar levels and offer benefits in people at risk of diabetes, say results of a new human trial.
Special edition: Drinks ingredients
Niches make the beverage world go round
Pepsi, Coca Cola, Snapple, Dr Pepper, Gatorade. Big beverage brands are household names, but while they may make up the lion’s share of revenues niche products are where the growth potential and innovation lies.
Lycopene may reduce risk of asthma: Study
Supplements of lycopene may protect against inflammation in the lungs and reduce the risk of developing asthma, suggest results from a study with mice.
Low folate levels in early pregnancy may lead to hyperactive kids
The development of a child’s brain in early pregnancy may be impaired by low folate levels in the mother, and lead to behavioural problems such as hyperactivity and inattention, says a new study.