UK report may show true extent of folate deficiency, says DSM
Data from an upcoming UK Department of Health (DoH) report is likely to reveal the true extent of folate deficiency, according to nutrition multinational DSM.
Archives for December 15, 2014
Contract manufacturer expands to meet increased demand
Increased demand for contract manufacturing services has led Axiom Nutraceuticals to retrofit a recently acquired facility to bring its manufacturing footprint to more than 100,000 square feet, the company announced recently.
Researchers question extra prebiotic use in enteral nutrition
Additional prebiotics oligofructose and inulin through enteral nutrition does not significantly impact faecal concentrations of ‘friendly bacteria’ bifidobacteria in intensive-care patients, according to research.
Polyphenol-enriched protein powder shows immune benefits for athletes: Study
A soy protein powder enriched with blueberry and green tea polyphenols may reduce exercise-induced susceptibility to viral infection, says a new study from North Carolina.
CSPI asks FDA to ban powdered caffeine sold as a dietary supplement
The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) has sent a petition to federal regulators seeking the ban of pure, powdered caffeine that is packaged and sold as a dietary supplement. Because of the product’s extreme potency, the possibility of...
Study suggests link between gut microbiota and Parkinson's disease
Parkinson's disease sufferers have a different microbiota in their intestines than their healthy counterparts, according to new research.
The biggest rise was in products making non-GMO or GMO-free claims
Non-GMO, gluten-free, Kosher, vegan, all-natural… What can we learn from claims made on new products in the US in 2014?
Non-GMO, Kosher, gluten-free, ethical, environmentally-friendly, lactose-free, vegan, no additives/preservatives, and on-the-go claims are all gaining more traction on US food labels; while growth in ‘all-natural’- antioxidant- and low/no/reduced...