Study claims traffic lights more effective
A new study by a Kiwi university has suggested that a traffic light system for food packaging for foods high in salt would help boost nutrition levels across New Zealand.
Archives for February 6, 2012
GOED settles Prop 65 case for omega-3 products
The Global Organization for EPA and DHA Omega-3s (GOED) has reached a settlement with the Mateel Environmental Justice Foundation regarding omega-3 products.
Novel pectin fractions, ‘molecular decoys’ and the future of prebiotics
Novel oligosaccharides produced from biomass such as citrus pectin could become the next generation of prebiotic ingredients, according to one leading researcher in the field.
Soy industry blood boils after third cholesterol health claim rejection
The soy industry is reeling after the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) rejected for the third time a soy-cholesterol reduction health claim submission – even as authorities in 10 countries have backed similar claims.
EU research project will provide ‘definitive’ evidence on healthy aging: Bischoff-Ferrari
A new international study hopes to provide definitive evidence that vitamin D, omega-3, and exercise can reduce the burden of chronic diseases in the elderly.
Danone: Characterisation may be least concern for probiotic health claims
A Danone official has said the resolution of characterisation issues may not be enough to win positive opinions for a batch of probiotic health claims just resubmitted to the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).
Uncertainty over NZ folic acid fortification move
The New Zealand Government is seeking to further delay a decision on folic acid fortification citing a need to consult and review more scientific data.
Coconut water matches carb-electrolyte sports beverage for rehydration: Study
The rehydrating powers of coconut water match those of a carbohydrate-electrolyte sports beverage, says a new study using the VitaCoco product.
Asia-Pacific drives big growth in GOS prebiotics
Rapid growth in prebiotic galactooligosaccharides (GOS) has been driven by the expanding middle class in the Asia-Pacific region, according to Sarah Staley, vice president, business development at Friesland Campina
Brazil’s top sports nutrition firm snapped up by Valeant Pharmaceuticals
Canadian firm Valeant Pharmaceuticals International has acquired Brazil’s leading sports nutrition and food supplements maker Probiótica Laboratorios in a $150m deal.