Mediterranean diet may have cognitive benefits, review finds
Adherence to a Mediterranean diet may be associated with better cognitive functions and lower rates of cognitive decline, a systematic review of the evidence reveals.
Archives for October 6, 2013
American Society of Pharmacognosy (ASP) endorses the ABC-AHP-NCNPR Botanical Adulterants Program
The American Society of Pharmacognosy (ASP) - North America's leading organization of scientists involved with research on medicinal plants, fungi, and marine organisms – has endorsed the ABC-AHP-NCNPR Botanical Adulterants Program, the first time the...
DNA damage: Pharma meets nutrition in healthy ageing product
Newly formed company VitalneXt BV is coming at the healthy ageing market from a life sciences perspective as it launches its first nutritional supplement which it says slows down DNA damage.
Italy extends melatonin deadline to December
Italian authorities have delayed the implementation of stricter limits on the sale of melatonin in nutritional supplements until the end of the year.
Danone seeking €200m damages from Fonterra over WPC recalls
Danone has confirmed that it is seeking around €200m ($270m) in compensation from Fonterra to cover the costs associated with the infant formula product recalls it ordered in response to the New Zealand-based dairy exporter's recent whey protein...
Quality of Life launches weight loss and immune support supplements
Quality of Life Labs have launched three new products targeting “two of America’s leading health concerns”, weight management and healthy immunity.
EU passes generic descriptors law: Clearing up confusion or compromising commercial freedom?
The European Commission has passed a law meaning generic descriptors for food and beverage products which could be construed as health claims will only be allowed if they have been in use for more than 20 years.
EpiCor shows prebiotic activity – new study unlocks ingredient’s immunity mechanisms
The immune benefits of EpiCor, the yeast fermentate from Embria, may be related to its prebiotic potential to boost levels of beneficial bacteria, says a new study.
NDIs, GRAS & GMOs: CFSAN outlines priorities for 2013-14
The Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition (CFSAN) has outlined its priorities for 2013-14, with a 'surprising' number relevant to supplements, including NDIs, GRAS, and GMOs.