Bacterial test detects micronutrient levels without equipment
Researchers have developed a prototype “bacterial litmus test” using genetically modified bacteria, to measure micronutrient levels of people living in remote regions.
Archives for September 7, 2015
AstaReal announces plan to further expand US astaxanthin facility as finished product brand hits market
Astaxanthin manufacturer AstaReal has announced plans to further expand its production facility in Washington State and has followed other producers of the carotenoid into the direct-to-consumer finished products market.
Vitamin blend gets wake up call over fatigue claims
UK food supplements firm Forever Living Products (FLP) has been reprimanded by the local advertising watchdog for misleading fatigue and weight management claims.
How can companies clear up confusion over the healthiness of free-from foods?
One fifth of Brits believes free-from foods are healthier than normal foods while the same number believes they are higher in fat, salt and sugar. But why is this and what should companies do?
ENI licenses patent for vegetarian glucosamine process: We will be offering pricing advantages, says CEO
ENI (Ethical Naturals Inc.) has signed a license agreement with ALS (Arkion Life Sciences) for the patents that employ a microbial fermentation process to produce N-acetyl glucosamine and glucosamine.
Florida judge approves $3.99m deal in Kashi GMO false advertising lawsuit
A federal judge in Florida has approved a $3.99m deal to resolve a proposed class action accusing Kashi of misleading shoppers by labeling products made with GMOs as ‘all-natural’.
‘The future of probiotics is in delivery forms’: Pharmachem exec talks encapsulation innovations
As probiotics expand into a greater variety of health conditions, delivery forms are going to become ever more important, says Pharmachem’s director of business development.
Dutch prisoners enrolled in dietary supplement aggression study
Violent offenders in the Netherlands will receive micronutrient and omega-3 supplements as part of an intervention to reduce aggressive behaviour among prisoners.