Soy isoflavones show bone health benefits for older women – regardless of equol production
Supplementation with soy isoflavones may help preserved bone health in post-menopausal women, says a new study.
Archives for September 13, 2015
European dietary survey reveals alarming rate of confusion and misinformation
A new survey reveals people in the UK, Germany and the US may not be eating as healthily as they believe, with 72% of respondents claiming to have a good diet. Public health figures suggest this may be delusional.
Organic India USA attains B Corporation Status
Colorado-based Organic India USA has been certified as a B Corporation, continuing its commitment to higher standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability, the company said.
Complexity of herbal nomenclature becomes point of vulnerability for industry
Nailing down a precise nomenclature for herbs is a complicated undertaking, and the best good faith efforts of industry may have unwittingly given an opening to the NY AG Eric Schneiderman in his continuing offensive against the dietary supplement industry.
French prebiotic supplier expands operations
French prebiotic nutrition and feed specialist Group Solactis has set up an R&D centre near Paris to research its primary nutrient, galactofructose (lactulose), and others.
Can high dose vitamin D enhance athletic performance?
Maintaining higher levels of vitamin D may boost athletic performance and reduce the time needed to recover from exercise, says a review of the scientific literature.
Calls mount to evolve EU sports foods regulations
European food bodies have reiterated calls to better regulate the sports food, drink and supplement category to ease uncertainty and inconsistency across the EU’s 28 member states – and boost innovation.