EFSA's big data: Huge cross-border study on choline intakes in EU
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has used its vast consumption database to look at average EU choline intakes for the first time.
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pH stable culture will 'revolutionize' yogurt production, says Chr Hansen
Chr Hansen has developed a yogurt culture it claims will "revolutionize" production and significantly reduce ingredient costs.
Bayer vs FTC: Not the battle of the experts many were expecting…
The Bayer vs FTC case in the US District Court of New Jersey is full of lessons, including what does and does not constitute ‘competent and reliable scientific evidence’, and the importance of having experts who know the space.
FDA: Picamilon is not a dietary ingredient
Dietary supplements containing picamilon are considered adulterated by the US Food and Drug Administration, because picamilon is not a legal dietary ingredient, the Agency has told NutraIngredients-USA.
Consumable purchases are down due partly to “self-inflicted wounds,” TABS Group says
Consumer purchases of packaged food and beverages in key major categories are down substantially from a year ago due partly to demographic shifts, but mostly because of “self-inflicted wounds” by retailers and manufacturers, according to the third annual...
Multi-ingredient formula shows good results in Mild Cognitive Impairment test
A multi-ingredient formula previously studied for cognitive effects has additional evidence to bolster its efficacy in cases of mild cognitive impairment with the results of a recent study. Participants in a long-term trial showed significant...
New lutein and zeaxanthin forms launched
Ingredient giants DSM and Kemin have debuted forms of lutein and zeaxanthin for use in tablets and soft gels via their partnership on the eye health carotenoids.
Tate & Lyle seeks polydextrose bowel health claim
UK-based Tate & Lyle has applied for a health claim for polydextrose and improved bowel function.
Study shows natto enzyme helps break down blood clots, benefits blood flow
Japan Bio Science Laboratory, a company that has been developing a nattokinase ingredient, has released research results bolstering the ingredient’s effects at combating the formation of abnormal blood clots and benefiting blood flow.
Maternal vitamin D status doesn’t improve child’s later risk of fractures: Research
Pre-conception vitamin D supplements don’t offer offspring protection against fractures, Danish research in over 30,000 families has suggested.
Maypro completes structured financing of Good Superfoods LLC
Maypro Industries has completed a structured financing of Boise-based Good Superfoods, LLC, a manufacturer of functional chocolate products, nutrition bars and powders.