Probiotics again show potential for IBS relief
Daily supplements of Lactobacillus plantarum 299v may reduce the symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) like abdominal pain and bloating, says new research from Institut Rosell.
Archives for May 20, 2010
EU Herbal medicines directive discussed in China
Legislation such as the Traditional Herbal Medicinal Products Directive (THMPD) based on western ideas of medicine must be rethought if whole sectors such as Traditional Chinese Medicines (TCMs) are not be wiped from shelves, a delegation to China has heard.
Danone and Micropharma form $8m partnership to develop heart health products
Danone Research has reached a partnership agreement worth $8m with Canadian biological science firm Micropharma to develop reduced cholesterol products linked to heart health.
New beauty food ingredient inhibits elastase
FutureCeuticals has launched a beauty-from-within formulation that it claims is the first ingredient to benefit skin health by inhibiting elastase activity in the blood.
Trade groups unite to produce CoA guideline
Five major dietary supplement trade associations have published Certificate of Analysis (CoA) guidance to help suppliers meet GMP requirements after several collaborating on the project.
New milk-based drinks needed for young people, says panel
The dairy industry should step up efforts to develop healthy milk-based drinks that appeal to young people, according to a new panel created by The Dairy Council in the UK.
EFSA panel admits errors in health claim opinion
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has admitted that it made mistakes in the initial judgement of Gencor Pacific’s health claims dossiers, NutraIngredients can exclusively reveal.