Omega-3 supplementation could help slow biological ‘aging’
Shifting the balance of omega-3 and omega-6 dietary fats in favour of omega-3 through supplementation could help to slow the biological effects of aging, according to new research.
Archives for October 1, 2012
ANH-USA seeks support for Prop 65 replacement
While many companies targeted with Prop 65 notices end up settling because they cannot afford to mount a defense, a significant proportion of cases filed by one key plaintiff have been dropped when companies have chosen to defend themselves, says the...
Olive oil ‘waste’ backed for functional beverage formulation
Antioxidant-rich ‘waste’ from olive oil production could be useful in the formulation of functional health drinks, suggest researchers
Study shows zinc absorption drops with age, linked to inflammation
A study conducted on aged mice outlines the way in which zinc deficiency increases with age and links this dysfunction with increased levels of inflammation and immune system impairment.
Celestial seeks new generation of consumers with green tea shots
Celestial Seasonings is looking to grow its distribution footprint and to grow a new generation of customers as it extends its line of Enerji-brand shots to include a green tea offering.
Judge: POM ‘hastily’ filed case vs FTC to secure ‘tactical leverage’
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by POM Wonderful against its arch nemesis the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) back in 2010 and accused it of filing the case “to secure tactical leverage” as bosses knew the FTC was about to accuse them of...
Resveratrol player faces bankruptcy if omega-3 funding switch fails: Chairman
Global resveratrol player Fluxome has 8-12 weeks to raise millions of euros to fund a research switch to omega-3, or face bankruptcy, its chairman told NutraIngredients this morning.
Malnutrition, obesity a bipolar problem in Philippines
A Filipino research institute has reviewed the findings of a report that outlines the level of nutrition of selected population groups.
Naturex founder Jacques Dikansky dies
The botanicals sector has lost a giant with the announcement that Naturex founder and chairman Jacques Dikansky died at the weekend after a long illness that saw him depart the French firms’ day-to-day operations this year.