‘Level 1’ evidence that probiotics boost ‘transit time’: Danisco & Fonterra
Daily probiotic supplements may accelerate transit time and boost general gut health, says a new study from Danisco and Fonterra heralded as providing ‘Level I evidence’.
Archives for June 21, 2011
DSM Science & Technology Awards
DSM: “There is a renaissance in nutrition”
In advance of the presentation of the southern edition of the DSM Science and Technology Awards yesterday, DSM senior VP in nutritional science and nutrition and health advocacy, Dr Manfred Eggersdorfer, explained how it is that nutrition science is...
Robinson Pharma starts ‘new chapter’ with green delivery system
California-based Robinson Pharma has started a new chapter in its history with the launch of a new delivery system capable of producing clear or colored softgels with delayed release.
Epigeneticist wins DSM science award
French researcher Dr Armelle Corpet from the University Pierre and Marie Curie in Paris, yesterday won the €10,000 first prize in the 2011 southern edition of the DSM Science & Technology Awards.
Dairy industry takes joined up approach to health research
Against the backdrop of a difficult financial climate and more stringent health claims regulation, the dairy industry is taking a coordinated approach to nutrition and health research with the formation of a global research consortium.
WEEKLY COMMENT
Why Madonna Studies won't get the washing-up done...
Racing driver, Spitfire pilot, concert pianist, prima ballerina. Let’s face it, food factory manager or food technologist are not up there with the traditional dream professions for children destined to be the ‘brightest and best’ of tomorrow.
Departed Danisco CEO: “I am proud of my legacy”
If Tom Knutzen is reading this, he shouldn’t be.
Quality of nano toxicity data is ‘not great’, says expert
The limited nature of many toxicity studies into engineered nanoparticles used in the food and dietary supplements industry makes it very difficult to draw firm conclusions about their safety, according to one expert in the field.