Omega-3 rich Inca Inchi oil wins Friend of the Earth backing
French supplier Polaris has received Friend of the Earth (FoE) certification for Peruvian Inca Inchi oil (Plukenetia volúbilis linneo) that is a source of omega-3 and omega-6 oils.
Archives for March 23, 2015
Future of sugar industry ‘tricky’, says analyst
As sugar has become one of the most maligned ingredients within food, Euromonitor International research analyst Jack Skelly says the future may prove trickyfor manufacturers.
Study rules out aspartame sensitivity
A double-blind study has found no evidence of aspartame sensitivity, reported by half of its participants.
From soda bans to nutrient labelling: What really helps reduce obesity?
Trans-fat bans, and limiting the availability of sugary and fatty foods are the best ways to battle obesity, while nutrition information fails to deliver benefits, says a new review of anti-obesity policies.
Fat fighting microbes? New study backs GM probiotic to supress obesity
Intestinal bacteria that have been genetically modified to secrete appetite supressing metabolites could help battle obesity and type 2 diabetes, according to initial findings in mice.
Gaia Herbs: Our sales are growing as consumers move to a brand they trust
Consumers are not turning their backs on herbal supplements in response to the NY AG’s probe, but are shifting to brands they can trust, says Gaia Herbs, with the North Carolina company reporting impressive sales growth year-on-year.
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Regulation of complementary medicines needs a 'right-touch' approach
The modern processed products industry that is complementary medicines today does not want no regulation, but can see opportunities from deregulation.
GSK: "We spent two years developing this product and as yet are not sure why this is happening.”
Glaxo withdraws MaxiNutrition creatine milk over choking concerns
In-bottle creatine crystallisation is behind a full UK recall of GlaxoSmithKline-owned MaxiNutrition Cyclone Milk products over choking concerns. GSK implemented the recall after customer complaints a spokesperson told us today.
Akuō founder: Innovation is just technical novelty unless consumers see value
Creating a successful new soft drink has more to do with connecting with consumers than its taste or nutritional profile, says co-founder of Akuō – Drink to Think Lukas von Grebmer.
Goal for IPA to become more agile, vocal in promoting probiotics, new director says
After a months-long interregnum, George Paraskevakos, the new executive director of the International Probiotics Association, formally takes up the reins pledging that the organization will become more agile and vocal in defending and promoting the...
High-dose vitamin diets reduce sugar cravings: Rat study
Baby rats whose mothers are given high levels of vitamins A, D, E, and K while pregnant have a reduced preference for sugar, say Canadian scientists.
Coalition recommends label declaration for use of nanotechnology
A coalition of NGOs has released a policy recommendation on how companies should move forward on the use of nanotech in foods and supplements. The document recommends corporate transparency and label declarations for the use of this technology.