Maternal diet before conception may affect baby’s DNA expression
A mother's environment and dietary habits around the time of conception could permanently change the function of genes influencing the risk of diseases in her child, say researchers.
Archives for June 10, 2015
Organic growth: What drove Wessanen to cut 90% of its revenue?
Wessanen has undergone a huge transformation over the past 15 years in its goal to become Europe’s largest healthy and sustainable food company – and has cut its revenue by 90% in the process.
InQpharm joins UNPA as newest executive member
The United Natural Products Alliance (UNPA) has announced that innovation-driven biotech company InQpharm has joined with an executive-level membership.
Bench-pressing women can boost immunity with fish oil: Study
Fish oil coupled with strength training could help improve the immune system of elderly women, Brazilian researchers have found.
Texas storms disrupt Qualitas algal production: ‘It’s a setback but we’re still in a unique position,’ says CEO
Recent heavy storms and flooding in Texas have impacted the algae production facility of Qualitas Health, but the company has already implemented an ‘emergency action plan’ and expects to be operating at expanded capacity by the end of the year.
Endorsements continue for Botanical Adulterants Program as AOAC International announces support
The AOAC International has endorsed the ABC-AHP-NCNPR Botanical Adulterants Program, following a unanimous vote by the AOAC Board of Directors in April.
India
Minister proposes bar on all non-pharmaceuticals in Indian chemists
Indian authorities are considering whether to ban the sale of baby food and other supplements at pharmacies as retailers look on in horror.
Fat-burning supplement death is tragic but don’t blame the supplement industry, says supplemements industry
The death of a 45-year-old British man who overdosed on ‘T5’ fat burning food supplements is tragic but not indicative of an under-regulated supplements industry, say trade groups.
Can eating nuts extend life? Research backs ‘handful a day’ to prevent early death
Snacking on half a handful of nuts every day could significantly lower overall and cause-specific mortality, Dutch researchers have reported.
Planning ahead is the panacea for wildcrafting supply uncertainty, experts say
Securing supply chains in the face of wildcrafting uncertainty presents no new challenges, experts in the field have said. The fable of the ant and the grasshopper applies: plan ahead, and you’ll come out ahead.
Ganeden BC30 boosts performance, recovery in weight lifting test, attendees at event are told
A study detailed at the Probiota Americas gathering in San Diego showed how supplementation of Bacillus coagulans combined with protein decreases muscle damage and boosts recovery post exercise. And it’s the first study that directly links probiotics...