Early human microbiome studies may aid modern nutrition science
A better understanding of the ancient human microbiome could contribute to a better understanding of health and nutrition today, say researchers.
Archives for January 13, 2015
Science and IP builds around health benefits of citrus limonin glucoside
A citrus extract called limonin glucoside may decrease select markers of inflammation by as much as 40%, according to results of a double-blind placebo-controlled study in overweight/obese people.
Super vit crit! Researchers challenge drinks with 'extraordinarily high' added micronutrients
There is ‘little evidence’ that consumers benefit from the ‘extraordinarily high levels’ of micronutrients commonly added to novel beverages, according to a study published in the Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism journal this week.
Media investment means US probiotic growth outpacing EU
US probiotic market growth has been bolstered by big media investment, something yet to be seen in the EU, according to the Swedish firm Probi which just secured its largest transatlantic order to date.
Intense sweeteners have no proven nutritional value, says French authority
Recommending intense sweeteners as a way to reduce sugar intakes cannot be justified as a public health strategy, the French Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health & Safety (ANSES) has concluded.
Sampling firm Bulu Box uses vast trove of data to help cricket protein start-up
Before a new food comes to market, the idea of that new food must be planted and pruned. How to fashion that idea so that it has the best chance of success? That’s were the data machine of Bulu Box comes in.