Kemin targets ‘significant opportunities’ in men’s health sector with tea extract
The men’s health sector has a new entrant as Kemin introduces a proprietary formula of catechins and theaflavins to support urological health.
Archives for October 31, 2012
Resveratrol may not have heart health benefits, says study
The red wine compound resveratrol may not have the metabolic benefits that previous research has suggested it may possess, according to new research data.
Curcumin may match exercise for heart health benefits: RCT data
Daily supplements of curcumin may benefit cardiovascular health to the same extent as exercise for postmenopausal women, says new data from a clinical trial from Japan.
New vegetable range serves the health conscious in Oceania
A joint research effort by institutes in New Zealand and Australia has led to the development of a new range of packaged vegetables that is said to help shoppers understand the nutrients they contain.
Thick and creamy sensory cues increase satiety of low calorie foods: Study
Manipulating the texture and flavour of foods and drinks – to give them a thicker and creamier taste – could help to increase the feelings of fullness from low calorie foods and drinks, say researchers.
Resveratrol study results don’t tell the whole story on benefits: Expert
A new study that concluded resveratrol does not have metabolic benefits in relatively healthy middle-aged women is "flawed" and "tells us very little about the benefits or non-benefits of resveratrol", says the chairman of GNC’s Medical Advisor Board.
Chr Hansen profits up despite Eurozone slowdown
Shares jumped more than 3% to just over €24.05 this morning in Danish enzymes, colours and cultures company Chr Hansen as its yearly revenue hit €699m. Profits improved 10.7% to €131.3m for the 12 month period ended August 31.
Bayer's acquisition of Schiff creates billion-dollar powerhouse
The combination of Schiff Nutrition and Bayer AG has created a powerhouse in the U.S. market with deep financial resources and global reach, said experts contacted by NutraIngredients-USA.
Chromadex to develop validated analytical tests for milk thistle, turmeric
Chromadex will develop create single laboratory validated methods for the quantitative determination of total silymarin content of milk thistle and of total curcuminoid content in turmeric under a government contract, the company announced Monday.