Researchers tip new dietary fibres for battle against obesity
Resistant glucan and hydrogenated resistant glucan with low digestibility may offer a promising new strategy against obesity-related diseases, Japanese research in rats has suggested.
Archives for October 27, 2015
3 ways ‘shocking’ Italian botanical ruling has voided the health claim regulation
Italian courts have defended a botanical company’s right to make AIDS and Alzheimer’s disease claims – overturning a previous ruling from its national competition authority and potentially voiding the EU health claims regulation.
Fruit d'Or launches organic cranberry powders featuring nutrient-preserving drying technique
Canadian cranberry supplier Fruit d’Or has further differentiated its product offerings with the launch of a range of organic cranberry juice powders, the company announced recently.
Whey plus HMB boosts recovery more than whey alone: Study
Adding the amino acid derivative beta-hydroxy-beta-methylbutyrate (HMB) and the disaccharide sweetener isomaltulose to whey protein powder improves recovery from demanding exercise, researchers have found.
Emerging health concerns could cast shadow on protein, but for now ingredient shines
The health halo around protein continues to shine brightly, but a shadow could be cast on the ingredient as some consumers start asking if it is possible to have too much protein, according to a market research expert.
GNC files motion to remove OR AG’s lawsuit to Federal Court
Supplement retailing giant GNC Holdings, Inc. has filed a motion to remove to Federal Court the lawsuit filed against it by Oregon Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum.
Synbiotic supplement targets women who are at particular risk for low fiber intake, dietitian says
Registered dietitian Felicia Stoler, a consultant on the newly launched Regular Girl synbiotic dietary supplement, doesn’t mince words when it comes to why she believes the product is needed.