NBTY doubles nutrition bar capacity at N.Y. location
Dietary supplement manufacturing giant NBTY has announced the opening of a new manufacturing plant at Amityville, N.Y. The plant is dedicated to nutrition bar production.
Archives for October 25, 2012
Spruce extract could be ‘untapped’ prebiotic
An extract from spruce (Picea abies) may selectively enhance the growth of beneficial gut bacteria and offer a novel prebiotic for the nutritional products, says a new study.
FDA enforcement: Consent decree for GMP violations and an injunction for disease claims
An Oregon herb and supplement manufacturer has been slapped with a permanent injunction for disease claims on products, while a NY supplement manufacturer has agreed to stop activities following repeated cGMP violations, as the FDA continues to use the...
Will the ‘processed food’ definition in Prop 37 really kill off ‘natural’ claims on pack?
The dispute over whether Californian GMO labeling initiative Prop 37 will prevent manufacturers from using the term ‘natural’ on foods that contain no GMOs at all continues to rage, with Yes and No campaigns offering diametrically opposed interpretations...
Higher dairy intake lowers semen quality – Harvard study
Young men with a high daily intake of full-fat dairy may be risking their chance of having children, US researchers have claimed.
German concerns rise over food supplement regulation rethink
A revision of German food supplement laws will strip products from shelves and “could be a disaster” for consumers and practitioners, according a pan-European lobby group.
EU-backed beta glucan trial explores immunity benefits
An EU-backed, 240-person trial is underway to investigate the ability of a range of beta-glucans to boost immune systems, with European Union health claim learnings firmly in mind.
Legume consumption helps glycemic control and lowers heart risk: Study
Higher consumption of legumes may help to improve glycemic control and reduce the risk of heart disease, according to new research.