Archives for April 11, 2013

B Corp concept harnesses profit for social good, co-founder says

One of the inventors of the B Corporation concept, Andrew Kassoy, said his goal was to find a way to harness the entrepreneurial spirit to solve social problems.  Along the way, he discovered that a new corporate structure was needed to support that mission.

Fruit and veg compound may have skin cancer benefit

A naturally occurring compound in fruit and vegetables may be effective against skin cancers, according to new research.

Updated: CRN calls on industry to stop manufacturing DMAA-containing products

FDA: 'Information is insufficient to defend the use of DMAA'

After reviewing the response from USPlabs about the use of DMAA as an ingredient in dietary supplements, the FDA has concluded that the evidence is ‘insufficient’, NutraIngredients-USA can report.

Industry may see long term benefits from a 'people not profits' strategy

Industry they may see benefits in lowering prices and making products available to broader markets, according to one expert who suggests that manufacturers should consider people not profits by looking at the bigger 'socially responsible picture'.

Barley extracts show weight management potential: Human data

Adding boiled barley kernels to the diet may increase levels of hormones linked to satiety and reduce subsequent energy intakes, says a new study from Sweden.

Lawmakers' report on energy drink labeling mirrors existing recommendations, CRN says

A report on labeling and marketing of energy drinks by three members of Congress matches much of what industry is already working toward, according the Council for Responsible Nutrition.