Chinese experts defend iron-fortified soy sauce
Health experts in China have defended iron-fortified soy sauce as an effective and safe way to reduce anemia after claims emerged that it could cause cancer and other health problems.
Archives for October 26, 2010
Vitamin E tocotrienols show immune boosting potential
Daily supplements rich in vitamin E tocotrienols may boost the immune response and immune function in healthy women following a vaccination.
Bluewave Marine Ingredients gets GMP for fish protein plant
Fish protein producer Bluewave Marine Ingredients has announced its joint venture operation in Ecuador has received GMP certification from SGS.
NutraJobs – People on the move
NutraIngredients-USA presents a round up of movements in the nutra sector, including appointments at Cyvex, Robinson Pharma, and National Enzyme Company.
EFSA health claim opinion
Soy industry seeks EC dialogue after EFSA rejection
Soy industry groups say they are actively lobbying the European Commission for dialogue after the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) last week rejected a raft of soy-related health claims.
UK stock market regulation crucial to food prices, say economists
Regulating food speculation in the City of London is the lynchpin to preventing volatility over food prices, say economists, as parallel measures on both sides of the Atlantic will block traders conducting secretive deals wherever they can.
Dispatches from SupplySide West
The secrets of success for clinical trials
Increasing regulatory pressure around the globe is focusing attention on supporting the efficacy of ingredients and products. Dr Jay Udani, CEO of Medicus Research, gave us his 5 secrets for clinical trials success.
Omega-3 may reduce gum disease: Study
Omega-3 fatty acid intake is inversely associated with periodontitis in the US population, according to research published in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association.