Vitamin supplements of no benefit for colorectal cancer risk: Study
Combined supplementation with folic acid, vitamin B6 and vitamin B12 has no statistically significant effect on the risk of colorectal adenoma, according to new research.
Archives for October 14, 2012
EU immunity health claims: Reformulate or reposition to win growth
Europe’s new health claim laws are the strictest in the world, with only the most strongly backed nutrient-health associations permitted on-product and whole sectors enraged about stripped comms tools. But immunity claims have fared better than most,...
Green tea extract shows blood sugar management potential
Supplementing the diet of lab animals with EGCG from green tea may suppress the digestion of starch and offer a means of controlling blood sugar levels, says a new study from Penn State.
Researchers seek to identify environmental risk factors for obesity
A new €3.8m research project aims to pinpoint the environmental and social risk factors for obesity throughout the European Union, with a view to informing future policy.
Nestlé breakfast cereal reformulation needs tact, warns specialist
Cereal Partners Worldwide’s reformulation plan for 20 of its Nestlé breakfast cereal brands must happen gradually and unobtrusively to succeed, warns a nutrition policy specialist.
BASF wants a share of pharma omega-3 market
BASF wants a share of the $1.5bn global market for drug grade omega-3 and expects the plant it is building to start shipping product early next year.
Fisheries certifier earns top marks
The Marine Stewardship Council, a group that certifies the sustainability of oceanic fisheries including some that supply omega-3s, has again earned the designation as the most rigorous of certifying organization.
Green coffee bean more than a fad
Green coffee bean extract seems to be the weight management flavor of the moment, but there is solid science behind the ingredient, an expert says, adding that’s why it landed on the Dr. Oz Show recently.
Can omega-3 supplements reduce soldier suicide rates?
A new study will examine if omega-3-rich smoothies can reduce the risks of mental illness and suicide among veterans at increased risk for suicidal behaviors.
Romney win would mean more flexible FSMA, expert says
The re-election of President Obama will mean a quicker and more stringent application of rules arising out of the Food Safety Modernization Act, an industry consultant has asserted.
Merck and Chr Hansen jointly submit probiotic allergy health claim
German pharma giant Merck has teamed with probiotics ingredients player Chr Hansen in a bid to win the European Union’s first probiotic health claim.
BioGaia to launch in Pakistan next year
BioGaia has signed an agreement with Ferozsons Laboratories for the exclusive rights to sell probiotic drops and tablets in Pakistan. The products will be sold under the BioGaia brand and launch is planned for 2013.