Gut microbes may play key role in iron status
The make-up of our gut bacteria may have a direct influence on iron status and storage, according to new research which also suggests certain probiotic strains may increase iron uptake and storage.
Archives for September 15, 2015
NeuroGum raises more than $10,000 in two days to take on the energy & cognition categories
If Indigogo investors’ overwhelming interest in the upcoming launch of NeuroGum is any indication, the self-proclaimed focus-boosting gum could be a formidable competitor in the cognitive and energy food and beverage categories.
Herbalife shrugs off Ackman's latest pyramid scheme allegations
William Ackman, the activist investor who has been attacking Herbalife’s business model for several years, has claimed that Herbalife’s mode of doing business does not differ materially from that of Vemma Nutrition, the network marketing company that has...
Ullman, Shapiro & Ullman join Rivkin Radler as Of Counsel
Marc Ullman, Steven Shapiro and their firm, Ullman, Shapiro & Ullman have joined Rivkin Radler LLP as Of Counsel.
Leatherhead acquired by Science Group for £1.6M
Leatherhead Food Research has been bought out of administration by the Science Group for £1.6M in a move that will rid the organisation of its legacy pension deficit, the buyer revealed.
Omega-3 supplements may help attention for kids with and without ADHD
A daily dose of the omega-3s DHA and EPA may improve attention in kids with and without attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), says a new study from Unilever.
Supplier unveils new thermogenic ingredient, DNA testing of botanicals
Novel Ingredient Services plans to launch an updated thermogenic ingredient for supplements and functional foods at the upcoming Supply Side West trade show. In addition, the company will highlight a new DNA testing regimen for incoming raw material.
ESSNA: “Thousands of people engaging in sport and activity at all levels use and benefit from legal sports nutrition products."
Euro sports nutrition sector: Supplements no gateway to doping
Consuming sports supplements is not a step on the slippery slope to doping, the European sports nutrition sector has said in response to a US sports coach turned whistle blower who questioned their use.
Future fortified: Global summit calls for universal food fortification to combat ‘hidden hunger’
International governments and health and nutrition stakeholders have backed universal food fortification to combat undernutrition and malnutrition that affects about two billion people worldwide.
Health of select ethnic groups at risk with significant nutrient shortfalls
A greater percentage of Non-Hispanic Blacks may be below the Estimated Average Requirements (EARs) for calcium, magnesium, vitamins A and D relative to Non-Hispanic Whites across all ages, says a new study.