New standard for vitamin D test promises more accurate results
Researchers have unveiled the development of new and ‘much-needed’ reference methodolgy that promises to assure more accurate and reliable measurements of vitamin D status.
Archives for January 27, 2012
Bread does not cause bloating, claims study
The British Nutrition Association has said that there is insufficient evidence that bread causes bloating and gastrointestinal discomfort.
BASF & Teck join forces on zinc fortification and supplementation solutions
BASF (Germany) and Teck Resources Limited (Canada) have signed a three year agreement to jointly develop innovative and affordable zinc fortification and supplementation solutions.
England’s chief medical officer backs (free) vitamin D supplements
England’s chief medical officer Dame Sally Davies has begun campaigning to the English medical fraternity that certain population groups like under-5s should take vitamin D supplements.
Harvard professor: ‘NDI draft guidance doesn’t go far enough’
It might have been roundly slammed by the trade as draconian and unworkable, but according to one academic, the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA’s) controversial draft guidance on new dietary ingredients (NDIs) does not go far enough.
Green tea may reduce functional disability risk: Study
Consuming at least five cups of green tea per day may reduce the risk of functional disabilities like osteoporosis and stroke, suggests new data from Japan.
FTC settles six more cases in crackdown on bogus acai weight loss claims
Six online marketers accused of using ‘fake news’ sites to peddle bogus weight loss claims about acai berry supplements have agreed to settlements with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) that will permanently halt their allegedly deceptive practices.
Fermented soy’s fat busting potential linked to genes
The ability of a fermented soy product to reduce body fat levels may be linked to a person’s genetics, says a new study from South Korea.
Danone and Mead Johnson to make united Pfizer nutrition bid?
Danone and Mead Johnson may make a joint bid for the €8bn infant nutrition-dominated Pfizer nutrition business that is up for sale, according to press reports.