Kemin’s lutein pioneer passes away
Rod Ausich, former Kemin Health president and inventor of the company’s flagship FloraGLO Lutein ingredient, has passed away after a courageous battle with cancer, the company has announced.
Archives for July 5, 2010
Antioxidant testing: Combining assays points to ‘biological relevance’
Combining a series of chemical and cell-based antioxidant tests is the best way to understanding antioxidant effects and the biological relevance of the data, says a new study with acai.
Creatine at low doses promotes resistance to fatigue, study
Low dose supplementation of creatine could help combat fatigue, according to the results of a new study.
CRN events to examine latest supplement issues
The Council of Responsible Nutrition (CRN) is preparing its scientific workshop and annual conference, which will bring together experts in the dietary supplement arena to discuss the latest developments affecting the industry.
Ganeden and Glanbia ink probiotic deal
Ohio-based probiotics supplier Ganeden Biotech has formalized its business relationship with Glanbia Nutritionals in the supply of probiotics for the Irish company’s formulations.
EFSA refutes Danone health claims criticism
The head of the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) health claims unit has defended its methods after being criticised by Danone and academics following its rejection of the French dairy giant's prebiotic, infant nutrition claim.
Garlic and onion may boost mineral absorption
Compounds in both garlic and onion may increase the bio-accessibility of iron and zinc from cereals seven-fold, according to new data from India.
Many UK kids are malnourished, says health expert
The diet of children in many areas of the UK needs fundamental attention if improvements in overall health and life expectancy are to be achieved, say health experts.
Indian food processing sector needs US$30bn investment - report
Around US$30bn worth of investment is needed to “revolutionise” India’s food processing sector to boost the volume of processed products to 10 per cent of overall output by 2015, according to a new report.
EFSA health claims chief: Our methods are misunderstood
In part two of this exclusive NutraIngredients podcast, Professor Albert Flynn, chair of European Food Safety Authority’s Scientific Panel on Dietetic Products, Nutrition and Allergies (NDA) refutes criticism the agency is biased toward certain nutrients.