Vitamin B5 derivative may slash bad cholesterol by 11%: Study
Daily supplements containing branded pantethine ingredient Pantesin, a vitamin B5 derivative, may reduce LDL and total cholesterol by 11% and 6%, respectively, according to a new study.
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Vitamin D deficiency doesn't speed up T1 diabetes, say scientists
The progression of type 1 diabetes is not affected by vitamin D deficiency, despite patients recently diagnosed having significantly lower levels of the vitamin.
Increased wholegrain and fish intake could boost good cholesterol levels
A high intake of whole grain, bilberries and fatty fish can help to raise levels of ‘good’ HDL-cholesterol particles, according to new RCT data.
Proposed changes to supplement labels could cause many products to be reformulated
The new levels of nutrients specified will be the prime impact of FDA’s proposed changes on the labels for foods and supplements for the dietary supplement industry, experts agree.
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'Not the time' to educate consumers on whey protein fats: Volac
British dairy Volac believes there is "a lot to be said" about the beneficial phospholipids found in whey protein, but understands that now is not the time to begin educating consumers.
Patents, like castles, are easier to defend when properly constructed, expert says
Patent enforcement has become more of a hot button issue in the dietary supplement realm for a number of reasons. Companies are gaining a deeper appreciation of how a strong intellectual property portfolio can both add to their bottom line and to the...
HyPhyto Inc. self-affirms GRAS Status for CardiCare Phytosterol ingredient
Frankfort, IL-based HyPhyto has announced the self-affirmed GRAS (generally recognized as safe) status of its CardioCare phytosterol for use in functional foods and beverages.
Fat-busting seaweed: Scientists identify fat-blocking seaweed alginates
Alginates isolated from certain types of seaweed may have potential in weight loss supplements and foods, according to new research.