China approves use of ginseng in food products
Chinese authorities have given a green light for the use of ginseng in food products, a move that is being viewed positively by the plant’s growers.
Archives for September 10, 2012
L-carnitine helps kids with autism, study finds
Supplementation with L-carnitine improves the behavioral symptoms of autistic children, a new study conducted in Egypt has found.
‘We unlock the power of wheat’: Kampffmeyer
Kampffmeyer Food Innovation has developed a highly nutritious wheat aleurone that plugs a market demand for healthy, good-tasting baked goods, according to its product manager.
Booming Indian nutraceutical market boosts ingredient players
The Indian nutraceuticals market is driving growth for food ingredient players, thanks to growing health awareness and one unlikely sporting extravaganza.
Red wine polyphenols show blood sugar benefits: RCT data
Polyphenols from wine may improve glucose metabolism in men at high risk of heart disease, suggests a new study from Spain.
Probiotics may benefit premature infants: BioGaia
Supplementation with a probiotic could help to reduce the incidence of a cinnib gastrointestinal problem associated with premature babies, according to new research.
Mushroom compound may boost cancer survival: Animal data
A compound derived from mushroom may offer benefits to cancer sufferers, according to new data from research in dogs.
Arla targets high protein yoghurt trend
European interest in high protein foods has moved into the mainstream, according to Arla Foods Ingredients, which has introduced two new ingredients for boosting the protein content of yoghurt.
NPA chief calls FIFA official's statements about supplements 'outrageous'
John Shaw, executive director and CEO of the Natural Products Association, rose vigorously to the defense of the dietary supplements industry in the wake of statements made by an official of FIFA, the international governing body of soccer.
Researchers seek food industry help to develop next generation of brain foods
The researchers behind Emulin - a blood glucose control ingredient attracting interest from some of the biggest brands in food and drink - is asking food manufacturers to help it design the best food delivery format for a new citrus-based ingredient...