Probiotics in India to grow 11% yearly: Report
India’s nascent probiotic market is expected to grow at 11% till 2016, but only if manufacturers are able to increase the awareness about these products locally.
Archives for August 26, 2012
Vitamin D plus exercise may boost bone health for astronauts in microgravity
A combination of vitamin D, resistance exercise and adequate energy intake may help astronauts maintain their bone health for up to six months in low gravity conditions, says a new study from NASA.
Norwegians hit new heights with 2000mg omega-3 drink
Norwegian omega-3 specialist Smartfish has added a third component to its Smartfish Medical range – this time upping the ante from 1100mg to 2000mg of EPA and DHA omega-3s.
Herbal tea extract backed for breast cancer benefits
An extract from herbal tea popular in Pakistan may have benefits for people with breast cancer, according to new lab research.
Stevia-sweetened juice launched in New Zealand
Beverage giant Frucor is targeting health-focused New Zealanders with a stevia-sweetened juice as part of its flagship Just Juice range.
Bitter orange extract may raise blood pressure and heart rate: FDA analysis
A multi-component extract of bitter orange (Citrus aurantium) may raise blood pressure and heart rate in lab animals, says new data from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
EFSA rebuffs prebiotic appeal hopes
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) health claims panel has given short shrift to an appeal by a Malta-based start-up urging it to revise a 2009 rejection of the prebiotic potential of the company’s proprietary Bimuno formulation.