Soy industry appeals to EC over EFSA cholesterol rejection
The soy industry has written to the European Commission highlighting what it sees as serious failings in EFSA’s assessment of its rejected soy protein-cholesterol claim.
Archives for April 2, 2012
NZ honey research indicates possible wound-healing value
Key compounds in honey that stimulate the immune system have been identified by researchers in New Zealand, paving the way for possible new wound-healing products.
Managing weight is about more than energy balance or ‘bad foods’, warn experts
Weight management is more far more complex than cutting out a few ‘bad’ foods or balancing energy in and energy out, according to a new consensus paper.
Savory yogurt may provide daily omega-3 dose: Virginia Tech study
Daily consumption of a savory yogurt enriched with fish oil may provide consumers with their daily intake of omega-3, following tests that show consumer taste tests showing good acceptability.
Schiff: Airborne and Emergen-C can both be successful in the marketplace
Schiff Nutrition has signaled its intent for the ‘rich potential’ of the immune support segment with its purchase of Airborne, and the company believes its new acquisition and Emergen-C can both be successful in the marketplace.
Study support pre-workout benefits of Assault supplement
A dose of the branded workout supplement Assault may boost perceived energy and cut fatigue during strenuous exercise, suggests a new study.
PepsiCo on nutrient profiling: “We are operating in a legal vacuum”
Three years late and seeking further extensions, nutrient profiles remain the missing link in the European Union’s new health claim regime. Frustrated stakeholders say the time to decide is nigh.
Bioavailable curcumin matches prescription drug for joint health benefits
Supplements of a patented, high bioavailability curcumin may match a prescription rheumatoid arthritis drug for joint health benefits, but with fewer side effects, suggests new data.