Archives for August 30, 2010

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Unilever: Omega-3 margarine study will not affect usage advice

By Shane Starling

Omega-3 spread maker Unilever says a 40 month study that found omega-3 spreads don’t protect elderly heart attack sufferers from further cardiac events, requires further analysis and won’t affect approved methods of usage.

China roundtable examines supplement collaboration

By Lorraine Heller

Dietary supplement stakeholders in Utah will next week have the chance to meet Chinese officials for an update on the regions’ natural health industries, and their growing collaboration in the field.

Lallemand probiotic shows dermatitis, milk allergy promise

By Jess Halliday

Researchers on a new study by Institut Rosell-Lallemand have reported that its Lacidofil probiotic supplement may reduce the severity of atopic dermatitis (AD) in children when used with a topical emollient, and increase antibodies against cow’s milk...

Burcon gains FDA GRAS for canola proteins

By Nathan Gray

The Food and Drug Administration has issued a letter of no objection to Burcon NutraScience Corporation for its canola protein extracts, an important milestone for further development.