Former homeopathic remedies find success as dietary supplements
Rebranding products from homeopathic remedies to dietary supplements has helped one California entrepreneur boost sales by more than 80%.
Archives for February 28, 2013
Omega-3 shown to provide protection against sun damage and skin cancer
Taking omega-3 fish oils could help protect the skin against sun damage and boost skin immunity to sunlight, protecting against skin cancer.
Omega-3 supplements could prevent skin cancer: Study
Consumption of omega-3 rich fish oils could help to protect against skin cancer, according to new findings from the UK.
Cargill buys fibre technology after Tate & Lyle wheat processing exit
The €55m Tate & Lyle Ventures (TLV) fund has sold off the Fugeia wheat extract business it bought into in 2008 to Cargill’s starches and sweeteners division for an undisclosed sum.
UK experts develop 'Collagen Shots’ from Olympic experience
A formulation team behind supplements for many F1 drivers and Olympic hopefuls has developed anti-ageing drink ‘Collagen Shots,’ a product that claims to blow anti-ageing creams out of the water when it comes to promoting collagen.
Excess vitamin D in pregnancy may lead to food allergies: Study
Consumption of high doses of vitamin D supplements during pregnancy may raise the risk of children developing food allergies after birth, says research.
Carmit Candy CEO: Specialty know-how gives bite to functional candy shift
Carmit Candy Industries’ expertize in specialty free-from candy formulations will give a competitive edge to its new line of functional confectionery targeting specific health functions and demographics, it CEO says.
Organic sector pinched by GMO tainting in seed and feed, Organic Valley CEO says
Organic Valley recently announced a plan to distribute more than $1 million in grants to fund research, education and advocacy on the production of organic foods. The grants have long term goals and a near term objective, with one of the biggest...
Dispatches from the 6th International Congress on Vegetarian Nutrition
Should vegans and vegetarians take supplements of EPA and DHA omega-3s?
If they don’t eat fish, vegans and vegetarians get very little EPA and DHA, the long chain omega-3 fatty acids we are told are key for maintaining cardiovascular and cognitive health. But is this a problem that needs to be fixed? And are algal omega-3...