Pomegranate juice linked to significant blood pressure reduction
Drinking pomegranate juice may help to reduce blood pressure, according to a recently published study.
Archives for June 17, 2012
DMAA in the dock
Australia issues DMAA alert; commences 'urgent' prohibition talks
Australian authorities have warned consumers about possible negative health effects of using sports supplements containing DMAA, as the global crackdown on the controversial stimulant continues.
California judge allows DMAA class action v Nutrex Research to proceed
A class action lawsuit filed against Nutrex Research over the safety and regulatory status of supplements containing DMAA (1,3-Dimethylamylamine) has been given the green light to proceed by a judge in California.
Scientific review raises concerns over adulteration of grapefruit seed extract used in cosmetics
The American Botanical Council (ABC) has published a scientific literature review stating that the majority of products containing grapefruit seed extracts, such as cosmetics, may be adulterated with synthetic additives.
LGG probiotic may protect day care kids from respiratory illness: Study
Long term consumption of milk containing the probiotic Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG strain may protect children in day care from respiratory illness, says a new study from Finland.
CLA’s potential heart benefits linked to protein regulation
The potential heart health benefits of conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) may be linked to its ability to alter protein expression in platelets, says a new study that may explain some of the anti-atherogenic effects of the fatty acids.
EFSA appoints 176 new scientists including new NDA panel
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has announced the 176 scientists who will take seats on its various panels and committees for the next three years, including the notorious health claims unit: the Panel on Dietetic Products, Nutrition and...
Lonza to tap Australian market with larch arabinogalactan approval
Lonza has won access to the large Australian market for food supplements thanks to an approval from the country’s authorities for larch arabinogalactan, the Swiss firm said last week.
Another week, another class action: Has ‘all-natural’ become too risky a claim?
Barely a week goes by without another food company being challenged in court over its use of the word ‘natural’ – and it’s just a matter of time before the claim loses its front-and-center on-pack appeal.