Soya milk better with phytosterols & inulin for LDL cholesterol: Study
Phytosterols and inulin added to soya milk has a more beneficial effect on low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol than soya milk alone, according to a study.
Archives for November 17, 2015
Meratrim’s weight management potential supported by RCT in overweight people
Supplements of InterHealth’s proprietary blend of Sphaeranthus indicus flower heads and Garcinia mangostana fruit rind may reduce body weight in overweight people by 8.8 pounds, compared to placebo, says a new study.
Scientists trace lycopene activity
Scientists in the US have found a novel way to trace the activity of lycopene in the human body, which could help explain its potential cancer-combating properties.
Strong pulse: UN’s International Year of Pulses targets trade boost
The United Nations (UN) is promoting the nutritional benefits of pulses through a year-long initiative.
Special edition: inflammation
Suppliers make case to go to the source with supplementation of endogenous antioxidants
Managing inflammation is something the body does naturally, without inputs, via a complex system of endogenous antioxidants. What’s the case for trying to boost this activity by supplementing the body directly with these substances?
ChromaDex files successful NDI on Niagen; surging sales of ingredient helps firm near break-even mark
ChromaDex has announced a successful New Dietary Ingredient notification on its Niagen ingredient. Strong demand for the ingredient has driven the company to a sixth consecutive quarter of record earnings and has helped ChromaDex near break-even...
Plus master panel EVOO taster offers perspective
Mérieux NutriSciences sets sights on combatting olive oil fraud
Mérieux NutriSciences has developed a method to help fight against olive oil adulteration.
Special edition: Inflammation
Turmeric has re-invigorated the inflammation market: Marketing guru
While consumers may still struggle to grasp the importance of inflammation management, the growth of turmeric/ curcumin is helping to drive the conversation forward, says BrandHive's Jeff Hilton.
DOJ indicts USPLabs as part of nationwide crackdown on fraudulent ingredients, illegal claims
The Department of Justice announced a criminal indictment of sports supplement maker USPLabs and several of its executives at a news conference in Washington, DC today as part of a nationwide sweep targeting more than 100 makers and marketers of dietary...
Trade associations unanimous in support of DoJ/FTC/FDA crackdown
Dietary supplement trade associations have universally welcomed the Department of Justice’s nationwide sweep targeting more than 100 makers and marketers of dietary supplements for alleged fraudulent ingredients and illegal claims.