DSM identifies action of appetite-suppressing fat emulsion
The benefits of DSM’s appetitie-suppressing Fabuless ingredient may be related to the composition of fat in the ingredient, which may resist absorption in the gut, says a new study.
Archives for July 6, 2010
Wrigley to pay millions over misleading gum claims
Mars-owned Wrigley will pay consumers up to $7m after settling a class action that challenged its right to claim its Eclipse gum was, "scientifically proven to help kill the germs that cause bad breath".
Antioxidants demonstrate brain health benefits
Dr David Vauzour, a post-doctorate fellow at the University of Reading, is leading research into how antioxidants may improve brain function - with animal studies throwing up interesting results.
Glucosamine fails to ease lower back pain: Study
Daily supplements of the joint health ingredient glucosamine sulfate may not reduce measures of pain in the lower back, says a new study.
EC funds project to examine personalised nutrition
A group of international researchers is embarking on a project on personalised nutrition, with the goal of identifying the opportunities and limitations that this would present to different businesses.
Unilever: Slim.Fast brand name is not a health claim
Dutch-British food company Unilever says Slim.Fast, the brand name for its highly popular weight management product, is not under threat of being construed as an unauthorised health claim in the European Union.
Vitamin Angels confirms first UK partner
A US-based vitamin charity has secured its first donor from the UK nutritional industry, just one week after the organisation launched in the country.
Cardiologists ignore nutraceutical use, finds review
Most cardiologists in the United States overlook the use of dietary supplements by heart patients, according to a review published yesterday.