Experts highlight ‘transparency’ as key to innovation in new technologies
Better transparency and increased communication during development is vital for companies involved in the innovation of new food technologies, reports a UK think tank.
Archives for April 15, 2012
RCTs, health claims, and common sense deficiency syndrome (CSDS)
Continuing to insist on data from randomized controlled trials (RCTs) to validate the health benefits of nutrients will lead to “stagnation” in the field of nutritional research, leading researchers have warned.
Inaugural AHPA Congress to provide ‘laser focus’ on botanicals
The inaugural AHPA Botanical Congress is set to provide the botanical industry with a ‘laser focus’ on the key issues and opportunities, with the program listing a top class balance of industry experts.
60-second interview, Stuart Tomc, Nordic Naturals
Are you getting enough omega-3? ‘Stop guessing and start testing’
Elaine Watson caught up with Stuart Tomc, global educator at omega-3 expert Nordic Naturals at Expo West to get the lowdown on omega-3s.
Cocoa no help for arterial stiffness: Study
Despite being related to a lower cardiovascular risk, cocoa intake does not necessarily improve arterial stiffness in subjects with cardiovascular risk factors, say researchers.
Baby foods may not provide adequate levels of micro-nutrients: Study
Commercially available baby foods may contain less that 20% of the recommended levels of many minerals and micro-nutrients, according to new research that suggests industry could be doing more to improve the nutritive value of such foods.
Multinationals committed to nutritional literacy in Asia: Report
Educating Asian communities about health and nutrition decisions is a key concern of multinationals, according to the industry association Food Industry Asia.
Nutrient profiling back on EU agenda, says policy expert
The European Commission’s work to create a nutrient profiling system to restrict claims on certain foods will once again come up for discussion in 2013 when the Commission presents its second proposal on the issue, says a leading policy expert.
Antioxidant-rich watercress shows sports nutrition potential
Eight weeks of supplementation with watercress may reduce markers of oxidative stress and damage after exhaustive exercise, suggests a new study.