Vitamin E may blunt heart health benefits of exercise, suggests study
The benefits of exercise associated oxidative stress on the heart may be blunted by supplementation of vitamin E, according to new research.
Archives for August 7, 2011
Nutrient boosted liquid mushrooms set for Russian debut
Swiss start-up Bio-Ur is set to launch a “liquid mushroom” it says employs a patented method to boost liquidity and nutrient levels.
Survey shows sharp rise in awareness of pre- and probiotics
Consumer awareness of the benefits of prebiotic fibers and probiotics for digestive health has risen steadily in the US over the past five years, according to a new survey into functional foods.
Beneo gets approval for oligofructose in India
The Beneo-Institute (Gmbh) has said that its prebiotic fibre, oligofructose, has been approved for use for more products in India, having previously approved for use in bakery items.
Probiotics maker: There is a temptation to overstate the benefits
Regulatory uncertainty in Europe and a string of high-profile lawsuits in the US has made firms much more cautious about making health claims about probiotics, according to one California-based supplier.
Chocolate can boost exercise endurance, says study
Chocolate can enhance exercise performance, according to a new mouse study.
Omega-3 may boost heart benefits of tomato antioxidants: Study
Adding omega-3 to an antioxidant-rich tomato juice may boost the potential heart health benefits of the juice, suggesting a potential synergy between nutrients, says a new study.
NJ District Court awards Sabinsa damages over ForsLean TM infringement
The US District Court of New Jersey has awarded damages to Sabinsa Corporation following a trademark infringement by Creative Compounds involving Coleus forskohlii extracts.
Apps turn iPads & iPods into consent & compliance tools
Systemedicus has developed informed consent and patient compliance apps for iPads and iPods and is looking to license the tools to CROs and sponsors.
Cranberry price fluctuates at 8th Ocean Spray auction
Ocean Spray saw price fluctuations compared to May auction levels as the cranberry leader sold 148,750 gallons of concentrate at its eighth auction since switching to the sales system in 2009.
Emord on NDI guidance: Politics has prevailed over science and common sense
If sufficient pressure is exerted on key members of Congress, it is not beyond the realms of possibility that the FDA might suspend its draft guidance on NDIs (new dietary ingredients) or even withdraw it altogether, according to food law attorney...
EHPM: MEP health claim support is “encouraging”
A Brussels-based pan-European trade group says it is encouraged by interactions with MEPs who are set to play an active role in scrutinising and potentially modifying controversial European Union health claim rejections.
Study questions herbal safety messaging for 75% of products
A UK study has found 75% of a sample of marquee herbal products in the UK do not contain safety information about documented side-effects – at least before May’s introduction of the European Union Herbal Directive.