Archives for July 6, 2015

‘Underappreciated’ Lactococcus strain shows anti-inflammatory potential

Consuming a Lactococcus lactis-fermented milk product may help reduce intestinal inflammation and oxidative stress in lab mice with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), says a new study.

Too much orange juice may raise skin cancer risk – but citrus virtues should not be forgotten

A US study has associated orange juice with the risk of melanoma, but the Florida Department of Citrus is urging caution over ‘careless coverage’ of the findings.

'Classic example of a failed policy towards supplements': Implicated EU distributor

Hasta la vista DNP: Firm considers legal action against authorities for ‘false’ allegations

EU member state authorities have warned against a sleep-enhancing body building product they said contained the toxic fat burner 2,4-dinitrophenol (DNP). Yet the EU distributor of the official MusclePharm product said the product was counterfeit and the...

Obese should pay more for NHS care

People who abuse their bodies by eating poorly and not exercising enough should pay more towards the National Health Service (NHS) than those who take better care of themselves, a business strategist has controversially suggested.

Rice-based excipients can boost organic, non-GMO claims for supplements

Non GMO product positioning continues to gain importance in the marketplace, but the search for compliant excipients still complicates the claim for supplements.  A suite of ingredients that will be on display next week in Chicago can help.