EFSA backs non-digestible carbs for sugar reduction
EFSA (European Food Safety Authority) has delivered positive opinions for two non-digestible carbohydrate ingredients based on their ability to improve blood glucose response.
Archives for October 14, 2014
Med diet may reverse metabolic syndrome – but not prevent it
A Mediterranean diet that includes extra-virgin olive oil or nuts may help to reverse symptoms of metabolic syndrome, but cannot be linked to prevention of developing the condition, a long-term study claims.
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'Fitness' trumps 'sports' in terms of marketing opportunities, AIDP says
Sports nutrition has been a growth driver in the dietary supplement sphere, but one ingredient supplier believes the category can impose a constricting mindset on formulators that can blind them to much broader opportunities.
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‘We think the campaign will definitely have an effect’: GOED on ‘positive messaging’ to change omega-3 conversation
The Global Organization for EPA and DHA Omega-3s’ campaign to promote positive messages about omega-3s has finally launched, but more funds needs to be raised to allow a national roll-out, said GOED’s Adam Ismail.
How to measure probiotic counts in chocolate
Flow cytometry – a laser-based cell sensor system – is almost twice as accurate at measuring probiotic levels in chocolate when compared to traditional methods, according to research.
Tackling toxins: Probiotic yoghurt provides mercury detox
Governments might not want to admit it, but according to a leading academic in microbiology and probiotics, there is demand for probiotic products with detoxification properties that can help protect against uptake of toxic metals such as mercury and...
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Food supplements are Europe's real counterfeit drug problem says AIFA expert
Drug active ingredients in food supplements are Europe’s real falsified medicines problem according to the head of AIFA’s counterfeit prevention team.
Bamboo fiber, protein beverages, and gummies: Hydrocolloid expert talks innovative delivery systems
Beverages continue to be one of the hot beds for innovation when it comes to nutrient fortification, with insoluble fiber, nutritional oils, and (of course) protein all catching the eye.
Restructuring of Twinlab enabled new company to sequester debt, CEO Tolworthy says
Tom Tolworthy worked to restructure Twinlab from the time he took over the iconic brand in 2010. The final deal, which closed in early October, turned out better than orignially envisaged and will put the company on the path to ‘reauthenticate’ the brand...