Nanoparticles may allow controlled release of vitamin D3
Self-assembling alginate-derived nanoparticles may allow for the controlled release of vitamin D3 in the intestines, suggest new findings from China.
Archives for February 11, 2011
Probiotics community increasing political pressure for health claims change
The pre- and probiotics community is seeking direct dialogue with the European Commission to force a rethink of immunity and gut health claims under the European Union nutrition and health claims regulation (NHCR).
School milk consumption could reduce adult colon cancer, study
Consumption of school milk is associated with a reduction in adult colon cancer, according to a new study.
Review backs blood pressure benefits of soy isoflavone
A new meta-analysis of eleven trials has shown that soy isoflavone intake may decrease blood pressure in patients with high blood pressure.
Fonterra opens new European HQ in value-added ingredients push
Fonterra has opened up new European headquarters in Amsterdam. Koert Liekelema, general manager for Europe, explains how the move will help the New Zealand dairy grow its value-added ingredients business.
Stratum achieves chitin-glucan GRAS approval
Missouri-based Stratum Nutrition has gained self-certified Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) after performing a safety, toxicology and usage review of its chitin-glucan fiber heart health and weight management ingredient.
Nestlé’s Glowelle beauty from within brand ‘no longer available for purchase’
Nestlé has confirmed via its social networking page on Facebook that its beauty from within drink Glowelle will no longer be available for purchase.
Swedish probiotics player sales surge 16%
Swedish probiotics supplier and product manufacturer BioGaia has seen sales increase 16 per cent in 2010 to €27.77m from €23.08m in 2009, with after-tax profit increasing 31 per cent year-on-year to €5.35m.
Supreme Court supports Sabinsa in ForsLean trademark case
The US Supreme Court has denied Creative Compounds’ Petition for Writ of Certiorari in the protracted battle with Sabinsa Corporation’s over trademark infringement of Sabinsa’s ForsLean.