Soybean polysaccharides boost fibre content in dairy, study
Scientists claim to have developed three prototype dairy products capable of delivering significant quantities of dietary fibre.
Archives for August 19, 2010
EU herbal product registrations “pretty poor”, says UK group
The chairman of the UK Herbal Forum has warned that the European Union may find its pharmacy store shelves filled with illegal herbal products if companies don’t register their products under the Traditional Herbal Products Medicinal Directive (THMPD).
Probiotics show IBS benefits for children: Study
A ‘high-potency’ lactic acid bacteria supplement may ease the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in children, says a new study that echoes results from adult studies.
Spinach and friends may reduce the risk of diabetes
Increasing intakes of green leafy vegetables may reduce the risk of developing type-2 diabetes by about 15 per cent, according to a meta-analysis of six studies.
Study slams ethics and approach of weight management research
The claims made by weight management researchers are speculative and do not accurately represent the data, says a new literature review that concludes more debate on ethics and alternative approaches is required.
Nutraceutical firm targets Chinese ‘window of opportunity’
The tightening of safety rules in China and a ripe consumer market has prompted heavy investment in the country from a US-based producer of marine-biomass products.
FDA indecision muddies drug/supplement borderline
The Food and Drug Administration’s failure to deliver a verdict on a citizen’s petition seeking to switch the status of a brain health ingredient from a drug to a dietary supplement is damaging the company behind it, and fueling ambiguity in the area.