Botanical health claims & nutrient profiles make Commission’s list of 2016 priorities
Botanical health claims and nutrient profiles will be looked at as one of the European Commission’s key 23 initiatives next year.
Archives for October 28, 2015
Cranberry carbohydrates show urinary tract benefits: Study
Oligosaccharides from cranberries may inhibit the formation of E. coli biofilms and help support healthy urinary tract health, suggests a new study.
Nicotinamide breakthrough could help cut A$500m skin cancer bill
A year of treatment with nicotinamide, a form of vitamin B3, significantly lowered the risk of common, non-melanoma skin cancer in high-risk patients, according to Australian research published in the New England Journal of Medicine.
Health-committed consumer shops more, wants help: Dunnhumby
An improving economy and growing concerns over obesity and related health issues are creating a new category of shoppers, according to U.K.-based customer science firm Dunnhumby.
FDA's action in picamilon case sets bad precedent, CRN's Mister says
The declaration from FDA on picamilon that formed part of the lawsuit filed by the Oregon Attorney General sets a troubling precedent, said Steve Mister of the Council for Responsible Nutrition.
Tualang honey reduces risk of heart disease in smokers: Study
Malaysian researchers have found that Tualang honey supplementation reduced the oxidative stress status of smokers, suggesting its potential in reducing the risk of smoking-related cardio-vascular disease.
Prebiotics could be used to battle neuropsychiatric disorders: Oxford study
Prebiotics may play a modulatory role in neuro-immuno processes and could reverse anxiety induced by inflammation, research in mice has suggested for the first time.
Beingmate to form JV with Korean dairy to produce special infant formula for China
Beingmate has joined forces with South Korean company Maeil Dairies to produce special medical purpose infant formula for the Chinese market.
Amway invests in China based botanical research center
Amway has invested $13 million in a botanical research center in Wuxi, China where its researchers will study traditional Chinese medicine plants for health and beauty products to come.
UK ad authority hones in on Polish website
The UK’s Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has upheld a complaint against a UK food supplements retailer advertising on a Polish language website, which it said falls within its remit.
Vitamin B could help sleepers realise their dreams
A University of Adelaide researcher is calling for participants to assist in a new national study investigating whether vitamin B can enhance dreaming.
Soapbox
What can you do in the face of a ‘flawed’ omega-3 research study?
How does the industry respond when a scientific study comes out that is critical of quality and label claim for an omega-3 fish oil supplement—and in the opinion of many experts, the research is seriously flawed?
BASF: Transparency and quality are great opportunities
The shifting landscape of dietary supplements and increasing scrutiny by the media, regulators and consumers is driving the need for greater transparency and quality, says BASF’s human nutrition business director.