Effects of poor diet may persist after diet is improved, warn researchers
The effects of poor eating habits on the immune system persist long after dietary habits are improved, according to a new study in mice.
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GanedenBC30 may boost response to prebiotics, says new study
Consuming Ganeden’s BC30 probiotic strain may enhance the effects of prebiotics, compared with prebiotics alone, says a new study funded by Ganeden Biotech and Schiff Nutrition.
Nutrition sector challenges hurt DSM Q3 results; profits down 7%
Q3 net profits dropped about 20% at DSM with the Dutch-Swiss ingredients giant citing vitamin E market issues and, “challenges in some human nutrition end-markets” as key contributing factors.
Fruit juice consumption linked to higher blood pressure
Habitual consumption of fruit juice may be a predictor for high blood pressure, according to new research.
Almost 70% of US adults take supplements and with high confidence, says CRN survey
Data from the 2014 CRN Consumer Survey on Dietary Supplements indicates that 68% of US adults report taking dietary supplements, with over 50% of them being regular users.
Analyst predicts more European bans could follow
Lithuania bans energy drink sales to under 18s
Lithuania has banned energy drink sales to under 18s - making the Baltic state the first European country to do so.
Kerry and Fonterra join EU sports nutrition group
Dairy ingredient giants Kerry and Fonterra have joined the European Specialist Sports Nutrition Alliance (ESSNA) bringing its total membership to 47.
Poor attitudes in the west will stop insects being food
Insects are unlikely to become a viable solution to feeding the increasing global population if western attitudes towards them remain negative, according to a leading analyst.
First sustainability report provides benchmark for Omega Protein's message that it is a "responsible company"
Joining a host of other companies seeking to highlight their green bona fides, Omega Protein Corporation has released its first corporate sustainability report. It’s not just about fishing; the report looks at the company’s energy and water usage and...
Transforming NPD: Systems-based innovation and research needs industry-wide acceptance
Innovative systems-based models of NPD must be adopted by small and large players alike if the nutrition industry is to have success in developing functional foods that are backed by health claims, say researchers.
Australia
Vitamin D for osteoporosis would save Australia almost $1bn a year
Complementary medicines can contribute to improved health and reduced consumer healthcare costs, according to a study by Frost and Sullivan.
Rising tide of blood pressure bodes well for hibiscus supplement, manufacturer says
Hypertension is a problem afflicting an increasing proportion of the US population, and as the country ages, it bodes well for Janzee Inc. which has seen accelearting demand for its hibiscus supplement that claims to support healthy blood pressure levels.