EU gives €3m to genomic modelling project
A €3 million European Union project focused on genomic modelling techniques offers great scope in the nutraceutical area, according to Fluxome, the only nutritional industry partner involved in the project.
Archives for January 6, 2012
Global nutraceutical ingredient market worth €18.5bn in 2015
Demand for nutraceutical ingredients like botanicals, vitamins, minerals and omega-3s will grow 7.2% annually until at least 2015 to be worth €18.5 billion with newer markets like Mexico and South Korea helping drive growth in the sector, according to...
FDA silent on calls from Sen Hatch and Harkin to withdraw NDI draft guidance
Staff for Senators Harkin and Hatch are still waiting for a response from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) following calls from the Senators for FDA to withdraw its NDI draft guidance and for January meetings to discuss concerns.
Fermented soy ingredient may reduce hot flushes: Study
A new fermented soy ingredient containing S-equol could significantly reduce the incidence of hot flushes, according to new research.
GNC: There is no scientific evidence to prove causal link between DMAA and AERs
GNC has weighed into the debate over the stimulant DMAA (1,3-Dimethylamylamine) following the recall of DMAA-containing products from stores on military bases while the Department of Defense conducts a probe into its safety.
Omega-3 may enhance benefits of strength training for the elderly
Supplementing a strength training regime with omega-3-rich fish oil may enhance the benefits of the regime, says a new study with 45 elderly women.
Vitamin Shoppe first retailer to get NSF ‘Certified for Sport’
Vitamin Shoppe has become the first retailer to earn NSF Certified for Sport certification, closing a busy week for the sought after certification program.