Softgel capsules equal tablets for folic acid dose: Study
The availability of folic acid from softgel capsules or standard tablets is approximately the same, says a new study that supports both delivery forms for a daily folic acid dose.
Archives for April 26, 2011
Centrum multivitamin passes NASA space stability test
B vitamins from Wyeth’s Centrum multivitamins are stable over four months of storage on the International Space Station (ISS), says a new study from NASA that has positive implications back on Earth.
Special edition: Inflammation
Nutrigenomics is key to next generation of anti-inflammatories, says Frost & Sullivan
There is “definitely a market niche” for products tackling chronic inflammation based on a growing understanding of the interaction between diet and genetics, according to Frost & Sullivan.
EFSA rejects MEPs’ health claims criticisms
The European Food Safety Authority has rejected criticism that its handling of Article 13.1 health claims, particularly concerning botanicals and food supplements, contravenes consumer choice and damages small and medium-sized businesses.
Gumlink takes 50 per cent stake in Canadian probiotic gum maker
Danish company Gumlink’s acquisition of a 50 per cent stake in Canadian probiotic and nutraceutical gum maker, Tab Labs Inc will allow the joint venture to focus on patented nutraceutical chewing gum, according to Soren Birn, Gumlink’s chief executive...
NIH launches CAM website for health care providers
The National Institutes of Health’s National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) has launched a new online resource about complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) for health care providers.