Amino acids may improve arterial health and blood pressure: Study
Increased intake of select amino acids may improve blood pressure and measures of arterial health in healthy women, says a new study from England.
Archives for July 27, 2015
'Limited evidence' for vitamin B12 & neurological function in elderly: Oxford University review
Proof of an association between B12 status and neurological function in older people is limited, a review of 12 studies has concluded.
Unilever back in court over pro.activ cholesterol claims
Food giant Unilever appeared in a Hamburg court today to defend use of expert statements that its plant sterol-based Becel pro.activ did not have any side effects such as bloodstream plaque levels in healthy people.
FoodState hopes new, formalized transparency initiative can help burnish industry's image
FoodState, the maker of the MegaFood brand of whole-food vitamins, has long been an advocate of what CEO Robert Craven calls “Transparency with a capital T.” The company has now boldfaced that “T” with a new plan to provide greater visibility into its...
Reflex installs fifth Sesotec metal detection system
Reflex Nutrition has installed the latest of five Sesotec metal detection systems for its production lines.
Could and should DNP be a classified substance?
Tackling the problem of toxic fat burner 2,4-dinitrophenol (DNP) isn’t just about classifying it as an illegal drug, says the UK’s Food Standards Agency (FSA).
Nordic Naturals: 'We see sports nutrition as a growth opportunity'
Omega-3 brand Nordic Naturals is expanding its sports nutrition offering with two new products with NSF International’s Certified for Sport Program verification.