Vitamin E tocotrienols may reduce cholesterol: RCT data
Supplements containing a mixture of tocotrienols – forms of vitamin E – may reduce cholesterol levels by about 15 percent in people with raised cholesterol, says a new study from Malaysia.
Archives for May 8, 2011
Cocoa flavanols can improve eye and brain function, study
A new study from researchers at the University of Reading claims that consumption of cocoa flavanols may improve aspects of eye and brain function.
Folic acid supplementation not associated with colon cancer: Meta-analysis
New research analysing data from the three largest trials of folic acid and the risk of colon cancer has suggested that supplementation has no effect on the risk of developing the disease.
Energy drinks boost functional beverage category
Energy drinks are becoming more popular in the United States as younger consumers move into their prime consumption years – and energy drinks continue to deliver a distinctive benefit, says a new report from Packaged Facts.
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Robinson Pharma gets USP mark for omega-3 softgels
Robinson Pharma Inc.’s omega-3 30 percent fish oil softgels are set to carry the USP Verified Mark on its product label after verification by the USP DSVP (Dietary Supplement Verification Program).
Provexis utilising Fruitflow learnings for new heart health extracts
UK start-up Provexis, the developer of the DSM-licensed, blood circulation boosting tomato extract, Fruitflow, is working on four plant extracts it says contain isothiocyanates early research indicates are capable of delivering heart health benefits.
Alpro commits to 2020 carbon neutrality as it joins WWF sustainability scheme
Alpro, the leading European soy player its chief says has “sustainability in its DNA”, has become the first European food company to sign up to the World Wildlife Fund’s Climate Savers programme.
Vitamin Angels welcomes KGK Synergize and Build Nutrition initiatives
Contract research organization KGK Synergize has announced a new initiative to donate a portion of every contract signed to Vitamin Angels, while Build Nutrition will work towards providing the means to distribute a bottle of vitamins to a pregnant woman.
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UAS Labs provides probiotic research scholarship to SDSU
Probiotics player UAS Laboratories will provide two scholarships to students at South Dakota State University (SDSU) to support probiotic research efforts.
Elliott may block Danisco deal as deadline looms
Elliott International has increased its Danisco shareholding to 10.01 per cent and has not yet given any indication of tender plans, despite the Friday deadline for 80 per cent of shares to be tendered in order for the deal to go through.
Quote:Unquote. Pearls of wisdom from the podium at SupplySide East
If you didn’t make it to Supply Side East (or were too busy cutting deals in the exhibition hall to catch up with the conference) we’ve collated some pearls of wisdom from the education program to give you something to chew on with your coffee this morning…