Levels of omega-3 in pills match stated levels: Study
Concentration of omega-3 in supplements generally match the levels stated on labels, says new research from Australia that supports the quality standards of supplement manufacturers.
Archives for November 26, 2010
Low vitamin D levels linked to increased depression risk
The likelihood of having depression is significantly increased in people with deficient level of vitamin D, compared with people with adequate levels of the sunshine vitamin, says a new study.
Dispatches from HIE 2010
Whey industry in ‘excellent position’ despite EFSA rejections
Last month the European Food safety Authority (EFSA) rejected a range of whey-based, article 13.1 health claims, with only a muscle mass claim gaining approval. Problem? Not according to the whey industry.
UK to adopt case-by-case approach to online marketing crackdown
The UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) will tackle potential online breaches of its new digital marketing code one case at a time, but industry has called for further guidance at a London workshop yesterday.
Nestlé highlights the importance of nutrition in elderly
Nestlé outlined the value of nutritional interventions with protein and vitamin D intake, optimising functionality in the elderly which may ultimately help to reduce the cost burden on healthcare systems.
DSM joins New York Academy of Sciences nutrition council
DSM has joined the Leadership Council of the New York Academy of Sciences’ Global Nutrition Science Research Initiative as the company continues to tackle the problem of hidden hunger.
ConsumerLab hits back at AHPA valerian criticism
ConsumerLab, the controversial product testing service and market analyst, has defended the criteria it employed in a recent US market assessment that found seven of nine valerian products failed to deliver on stated bioactive payload.