Polyphenol-rich juice may boost immune health: Study
A juice containing of green tea, grape seed and grape skin extract and shiitake mushroom may reduce the incidence of common cold, says a new study from Germany.
Archives for June 3, 2010
Martek inks Chinese dairy deal as Q2 grows 34%
Global DHA leader Martek Biosciences Corporation has signed a deal to supply Feihe Dairy in China with DHA and ARA for the American Dairy-owned operation’s new infant formula and follow-on milks.
Kiwifruit pectin show health and wellness potential
Pectin extracted from kiwifruit may boost the levels of beneficial bacteria in the gut and may also be used to microencapsulate probiotics for the health and wellness segment, suggests new research.
German courts pre-empting EC joint health claims
Glucosamine and chondroitin products are being stripped from shelves in Germany following local court orders based on European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) negative health claim opinions – before they have even entered EU law books.
Special edition: Sports nutrition
Drinks innovation boosting sport nutrition
Boosting energy, strength and recovery are just three ways that sports drinks are expanding a booming market, as bars, shots, and powders strain to catch up with the leaders in the field.
Industry cites RAF, Wikipedia and the Bible to support health claims
'Academic' references provided by the food industry to support applications under the EU health claims Regulation included excerpts from the Old Testament, Wikipedia, a Tea Association press release, a Royal Air Force report and the American Heritage...
Kellogg’s escapes FTC fine over false immunity claims
The Kellogg Company will change immunity claims for Rice Krispies after the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) ruled the claims misleading – but ruled out a financial penalty.