Sugar: regulatory sweet nothings leave food and drink makers in limbo
Jazz singer Nina Simone’s plaintive, “I want a little sugar in my bowl”, will strike the right note with Europe’s beleaguered sugar industry.
Archives for February 2, 2011
Glucosamine joint health ads went “too far”, says ASA
The UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has ruled against glucosamine-joint health claims being made by supplements manufacturer Seven Seas, despite the claims being almost identical to its own approved version.
Biotivia launches first UK resveratrol supplement
Herbal supplement producer Biotivia has launched a resveratrol supplement onto the UK high street for the first time, but has expressed frustration at the EU regulatory climate.
Nitrates may boost performance by helping cellular efficiency: Study
Dietary inorganic nitrates, as found in green leafy vegetables and beetroot juice, may enhance muscle endurance by boosting mitochondrial efficiency, according to new research.
Lallemand launches yeast-based ingredient targeting nutricosmetics market
Denmark-based ingredient provider Lallemand Health Ingredients has launched a range of yeast-based mineral and vitamins as part of its Lalmin range.
UK warns against herbal weight loss supplement
The UK Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has issued a warning against a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) after adverse reactions indicated it contained an unauthorised, unspecified pharma ingredient.