Barley beta-glucans may trim LDL cholesterol: Study
Increasing the intake of beta-glucans from barley may help to reduce LDL cholesterol, according to new research.
Archives for October 18, 2010
Let’s talk, Yakult tells EFSA after negative opinion
Yakult Europe has signalled its desire to talk to EFSA about the evaluation process and scientific criteria that led to the negative outcome of its proposed health claim on upper respiratory tract health, but pledges to take the decision into account for...
Tea and coffee may reduce brain tumor risk: EPIC Study
Daily intakes of more than 100 ml of tea or coffee may significantly reduce the risk of certain brain tumors, according to new research published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.
Zeaxanthin Trade Association adopts new analytical method
The Zeaxanthin Trade Association has developed and published a new analytical method to test the purity of zeaxanthin used in foods and dietary supplements, the association has said.
China fish oil safe but quality could improve
Industry representatives have dismissed media reports that fish oil imports from China threaten the health of US consumers while acknowledging the need for some Chinese producers to improve quality.
Bunge to more than double canola processing capacity at Canadian plant
Bunge North America has said that it will more than double the capacity of its canola processing plant at Altona, Manitoba, as part of an expansion plan across the company’s four plants in Western Canada.