Touchi novel foods approval becomes EU law
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) novel foods approval for the fermented black bean extract called Touchi has been writ into law by the European Commission.
Archives for September 13, 2011
Increased dietary potassium reduces stroke risk, study suggests
Increased intake of dietary potassium sources such as dairy foods, fruit and vegetables can reduce one’s risk of suffering a stroke, according to a new study by scientists in Sweden.
Vitamin B can slow cognitive decline: Researchers
A double-blind clinical study with people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) has found vitamin B can slow the ailment.
Nestlé invests in Asia expansion strategy
Nestlé is investing a total of $320m in expansion projects in Indonesia and Thailand in an effort to target health conscious consumers in Asia, the company said.
Deerland Enzymes launches ‘cutting-edge’ antioxidant formula
Georgia-based Deerland Enzymes has launched a ‘cutting-edge’ antioxidant formulation said to combine antioxidant compounds and antioxidant enzymes for dietary supplements.
Immunity and hypertension ingredients sector set for 45% growth: Frost
Market analyst Frost & Sullivan has fingered immunity and hypertension as two promising nutrient areas, with events such as the recent Swine flu crisis feeding consumer interest in nutritional solutions to health issues.
Omega-3 supplements show benefits against anxiety: Human data
A daily dose of 2.5 grams of omega-3s may reduce symptoms of anxiety by about 20%, according to new data from the Ohio State University.
Consumers willing to pay a premium for tooth-friendly confectionery: Beneo
Consumers seeking a healthier alternative to sugar-coated chocolate sweets are willing to pay up to a 10 per cent premium for tooth-friendly variations of sweets and confectionery products, if they came to market, according to Beneo
DSM joins Dutch university ageing programmes
Royal DSM and the University Medical Center Groningen (UMCG) in the Netherlands have signed a deal to work together on healthy ageing projects.
Juice concentrates may boost skin-from-within
Concentrates of fruit and vegetables taken as capsules may boost skin health by improving hydration and thickness, suggests a new study.