Study looks at sunflower phospholipids to encapsulate and deliver omega-3
For functional food manufacturers and marketers who aim for a GMO-free label, encapsulating omega-3 fatty acids in sunflower phospholipids may be a solution.
Archives for February 18, 2016
Bakery veteran acquires stake in ‘diabetic bread’ biotech firm
Meiert Grootes, chairman of Europe’s biggest supplier of speciality baking products, has acquired a stake in a Malaysian-Australian biotech firm that earlier this year launched ingredients to produce the world’s first clean-label, low-GI “diabetic” white...
Nutraceuticals and regulation: 'Please sir, can we have some more', say consumers
Consumers want more regulation on food and further limits on the use of additives and preservatives, but are keen to embrace functional products and nutraceuticals, according to extensive research carried out by the UK’s Food Safety Agency (FSA).
Insect protein ‘economically viable’, scientists claim
Protein-packed milkshakes made from ground-up bugs are a step nearer to becoming common drinks, a consensus of leading scientists and policy makers have claimed.
Scientists unravel bioavailability of brown seaweed
Phlorotannins in brown seaweed are metabolised and absorbed in the large intestine and may have anti-inflammatory potential, an EU-funded study suggests.
Diet nutrients play larger role in gene function: Study
Cell behaviour is determined by nutrients in the diet, suggesting the biochemical reactions that occur within an organism play a larger part in gene regulation than previously thought, a study has concluded.
Kombucha market to grow 25% each year to 2020
The kombucha market is poised for huge growth by 2020, growing 25% each year, according to a report from MarketsandMarkets.
Balchem acquires leading mineral player Albion
Leading mineral amino acid chelates manufacturer Albion International, Inc., has been acquired by Balchem Corporation.
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Scientists develop ‘breakthrough’ GM rice with increased iron and zinc
Rice scientists have made a “breakthrough” in genetic crop development through a process of biofortification to increase iron and zinc levels in rice. Their discovery, the researchers say, will have a significant impact on the global fight against human...
FOOD VISION 2016: How to get your innovative company centre stage
Is your company an innovative trailblazer in food and nutrition? Unilever Foundry is looking for the brightest company to take part in Food Vision's innovation panel and share insights alongside big industry players at Food Vision in March.
SPECIAL EDITION: INNOVATIONS IN MINERALS
Magnesium sales to surpass calcium sales by 2020?
With double sales growth across multiple channels, deepening science and expanding health benefits, and growing consumer awareness, magnesium sales could surpass those of calcium by the end of the decade, say experts.
Selenium marketers should focus outside the US and on lower doses, says leading researcher
A large proportion of the US population is achieving adequate levels of selenium from their diets and marketers of selenium products should focus on populations in countries where levels of the micronutrient are low, says a leading researcher.
Organobalance buys back probiotic from Lonza
German firm Organobalance has reacquired the licence for the probiotic product Pylopass from Swiss company Lonza.
Special Edition: Innovations in Minerals
Zinc: 40% sales growth sees mineral closing in on magnesium
An increased interest in zinc’s clinical effects is driving consumer interest in zinc supplements, with supplier Albion reporting sky-rocketing sales of its zinc ingredients.