AppleActiv organic apple peel powder: an underrated superfruit
Canadian firm AppleActives has developed a polyphenol-rich organic dried apple peel powder (DAPP) it is marketing as a functional ingredient on a joint-health platform.
Archives for October 7, 2013
Amway consolidates China as its no.1 market
When direct sales player Amway made efforts to expand beyond its US markets back in 1995 to crack China, it appears to have been a bold move that has more than paid off, as almost 20 years on, the country provides 90% of its business.
Insufficient evidence for Lactobacillus reuteri and colic, say researchers
There is not enough evidence to support use of the probiotic Lactobacillus reuteri to manage colic or prevent crying infants, according to a new analysis.
Sugar confectionery processing evolves for nutraceutical age
Sugar confectionery processing suppliers are having to adapt to increased demand for nutraceutical confections, which require more complex handling.
Omega-3 supplements linked to younger biological age in older people
Supplements of omega-3s may slow cellular ageing in older people with mild cognitive impairment, according to results of a pilot randomized clinical trial
Nutritional status linked to higher risk of post surgery complications
Low levels of blood albumin may be an independent risk factor surgery-related complications in people undergoing bladder operations, warn researchers.
UK sports nutrition: One year on from 20% beefcake tax hike
One year on from the 20% VAT hike for some sports nutrition products in the UK, NutraIngredients looks at what the move has meant for the UK industry.
Reaction to CFSAN's priorities for 2013-14
UNPA: Does CFSAN’s plan for GMO labeling guidance signal a change of thinking at FDA?
The Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition's (CFSAN) priority to publish guidance to help manufacturers with voluntarily GMO labeling could signal a change in thinking at the agency, says the United Natural Products Alliance (UNPA).
FDA investigating liver damage reports potentially linked to products labeled OxyElite Pro
A federal investigation is underway into reports of acute non-viral hepatitis in Hawaii, with many of the cases being linked to a dietary supplement product labeled as OxyElite Pro.