DHA claims enter EU law books
Controversial DHA omega-3 infant eye claims have entered European Union law after narrowly averting a last-minute challenge in the European Parliament that would have sent the claims back to the drawing board.
Archives for May 10, 2011
L-theanine may boost attention for anxious folks: Study
Daily supplements of L-theanine, an amino acid found in tea, may help people with anxiety focus on their daily activities, suggests a new study from Japan.
‘Undeserved’ patents bigger issue for industry than ‘fast track’ postponement
The indefinite postponement of the proposed Track One prioritized patent examination program will not affect the natural products industry very much, and pales in comparison to the problem of undeserved patents, says a leading industry figure.
Glanbia on target for double digit profit growth
Glanbia is standing by its double digit profit forecast for 2011 after an encouraging start to the year that saw the company reap the rewards of higher global dairy and nutritional prices.
NSF Okays Neptune’s environmental claims
NSF International has approved the key environmental claims of krill player Neptune Technologies & Bioressources Inc. following an extensive and rigorous review.
Liquid confusion: When does a dietary supplement end and a beverage begin?
There could be serious consequences for industry if the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) decides to start enforcing guidance clarifying the legal dividing line between liquid dietary supplements and conventional beverages, an expert has warned.
Coffee may reduce risk of certain breast cancers: Study
High daily intakes of coffee may significantly reduce the risks of certain types of breast cancer by about 60 per cent, according to new research.