Big plans for Chinese berry in Australia
New varieties of the Chinese red bayberry fruit are nearing production after successful trials were held by growers, while a deal to market the produce is in the offing.
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Gut bacteria changes linked to stroke risk
Alterations to the gut microbiota in humans are associated with symptomatic atherosclerosis and stroke, say researchers.
Italy proposes €500 fines for prohibited health claims: “Cheaper to violate than comply”
As attention turns to the enforcement of the EU’s controversial article 13, general function health claims list after a six month waiting period, an expert on the ground in Italy says the country’s policies will encourage law breaking.
Booming private label demand drives contract manufacturer's growth
In another example of the growth of the dietary supplement sector, Atlanta-based contract manufacturer Private Label Nutraceuticals announced a significant expansion.
Food gum may slash body fat levels: RCT data
Consuming gum Arabic for six weeks may help healthy women shed up to 2.2% body fat, says a new randomized, placebo controlled, double-blind trial from Sudan – home of the gum.
Broccoli compound backed to help in leukaemia fight
A compound found in broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables could help to battle leukemia, say researchers.
High antioxidant cookies possible with grape seed extracts, says IFT
The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) claims that grape seed extracts can up the antioxidant content in cookies by 10 times when microencapsulated.
Organizers confident Washington state non-GMO initiative will hit signature goal
A Washington state ballot initiative that seeks to require GMO labeling is nearing its goal of 320,000 signatures, a goal organizers are confident that it will reach.