Finns develop method to test vitamin D3 in milk
The Finnish Food Safety Authority (Evira) has developed a simplified method to test for vitamin D3 content in milk and will begin using it immediately.
Archives for February 27, 2014
Is the omega-3 sector in decline?
Growth in fish oil sales have been described by the CEO of Vitamin Shoppe as ‘softening’, while data from GOED indicates that 12 million users have left the category in the US, so is the omega-3 sector in decline?
Strawberries show significant heart health benefits: Human data
Daily consumption of strawberries may improve blood lipid levels and platelet function in healthy subjects, says a new study from Italy that supports the heart health benefits of the fruit.
Vitamin D may have direct effect on brain development, social behaviour and autism
Vitamin D could have a 'critical influence' levels of serotonin in the brain and may directly effect social behaviours associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), according to new research.
Data shows 'cobiotic' modulates glucose response in diabetic and pre diabetic subjects
Microbiome Therapeutics, a startup based in Broomfield, CO, has developed a technology that it says can significantly shift the makeup of the gut microflora in prediabetic patients and those with type 2 diabetes. Prelimary data shows the company’s...
Benefits of breast milk over infant formula ‘overstated’: Study
Breast milk may be no more beneficial than infant formula for 10 of 11 long-term health and wellbeing outcomes traditionally associated with breastfeeding, US researchers have claimed.
Sprouting garlic packed with heart-healthy antioxidants, say researchers
Old garlic bulbs that have grown ‘sprouts’ are often considered past their prime, however new research suggests these aging bulbs have higher levels of heart-healthy antioxidants than their fresh counterparts.
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DSM 'clean taste' lactase enzyme granted European patent
DSM’s lactose-free dairy ingredient Maxilact has been granted a European patent - giving the company exclusive permission to market "clean taste" arylsulfatase-free lactase enzymes in the region until 2026.
FDA’s proposed nutrition label changes emphasize calories, serving sizes
The Food and Drug Administration is proposing several changes to the nutrition labels on packaged foods and beverages. If approved, the new labels would place a bigger emphasis on total calories and update serving sizes, while also drawing attention to...
Study confirms NEM eggshell membrane ingredient's effect in quenching pro-inflammatory cytokines
ESM Technologies has published new research that shows how its ESM eggshell membrane ingredient supports a healthy inflammatory response by reducing pro-inflammatory cytokines in a rat model.