Cocoa products may offer fiber source for consumers
Fiber-rich cocoa products may help consumers hit recommended levels and improve their bowel habits, says a new study.
Archives for April 23, 2012
LycoRed overcomes vitamin B ‘challenge’ to develop odorless microencapsulates
Israel-based company LycoRed has overcome the challenge of creating an odorless vitamin B microencapsulate with its latest nutricosmetic product designed to help maintain the vitality of hair and nails.
Canned foods may be more ‘affordable and convenient’ way to get key nutrients
When price, waste and preparation time are considered, canned foods 'almost always' offer a more affordable and convenient way to consume much needed-nutrients, according to the findings of a new survey.
Provexis targets gels and plans Fruitflow sports debut
UK firm Provexis is putting sports gels at the front of a revamp of the Science in Sport (SiS) supplements brand it bought for about €10m halfway through 2011.
Dietary vitamin E better than supplements to battle cancer: Researchers
Dietary vitamin E in the form of gamma- and delta- tocopherol could be beneficial in battling and even reducing the risk of certain cancers, however the alpha- form commonly used in supplements has no such benefits, say researchers.
Dispatches from the IPA World Congress
'Master Files' top list of NDI comments of note… so far
The proposal to use Master Files for IP protection and to expedite the notification process is attracting attention within FDA, as the agency considers comments submitted in response to its controversial NDI draft guidance.
Donkey milk derby? Study trumpets health boosting potential for elderly
Donkey and horse milks and their derivatives could prove valuable foods for elderly consumers, and could also be used in probiotic drinks due to health-promoting properties.
Pea protein commercialization talks drag on past deadline
Plant protein specialist Burcon has failed to reach a deal to commercialize its ‘invisible’ pea protein isolate Peazazz before the exclusivity period with a potential partner lapsed.