How do different dietary fatty acids influence body fat?
The way in which the body 'distributes' fat may be different depending on the dietary fatty acids consumed as well as genetic factors, Canadian researchers have found.
Archives for January 28, 2016
Special edition: Microbiome metrics & advances
Beyond microbiota: Prebiotics need hard health endpoints
Hard health endpoints, not just changes to microbiota, are needed to secure EU prebiotic health claims and bring fibre intakes up to recommended levels, according to European researchers.
Séralini study on GMO toxicity ‘disappears’ after one day online
A study into long-term observational data by Seralini shows that GM Bt176 maize is “most probably” toxic in animals – but the paper has since ‘disappeared’ from the online journal after only one day online.
Prop 65: NPA responds to language of proposed Article 6 changes with ‘significant concerns’
The Natural Products Association said in a release that the new Article 6 of California’s Prop 65 would “limit consumer access, cost jobs, and harm the economy.”
NEWS IN BRIEF
More consumers seek out products with ‘natural’ label, whatever it means
A survey conducted last month revealed that 62% of Americans buy products labelled “natural,” thinking they are buying something they are not.
Natural & Organic Health Association drops plans for “natural” seal
The Organic & Natural Health Association is abandoning its plan to create a certified seal that demonstrates when products are natural, but it remains dedicated to defining the widely used, but loosely understood marketing term.
Way Better Snacks expands range and tips further growth in sprouted grains
Way Better Snacks has unveiled its latest product – a nacho-flavored tortilla chip – and tipped its signature sprouted grains as a major growth area for snacking.
EFSA comes under fire for latest 'revolving door' industry recruitment
Barbara Gallani, chief scientist at UK food industry lobby Food and Drink Federation will become EFSA’s communication head in May – an appointment that has sparked criticism over its revolving door recruitment process.
CRN adds 7 members, pushing organization to 'new record' size
The Council for Responsible Nutrition has announced the addition of seven new members. The additions push membership to “new record levels,” according to the organization.
Special edition: Microbiome metrics & advances
Negotiating the balance: The host-microbiota relationship
Insights into the gut microbiome in recent years have greatly accelerated our understanding of the role the gastrointestinal tract has in human health, well-being and disease outcomes.
ChromaDex closes deal to place Niagen in wide array of national chains
ChromaDex has hit another milestone in the market penetration of its Niagen ingredient with a deal that will put it into a number of national retail chains.