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Research shows XOS is preferred prebiotic
Archives for February 22, 2016
83% of overweight Australians blame comfort eating for condition
Australia is known better for its “ockers” than for its “emos”, though the country's current obesity epidemic might be fuelled by the latter category, according to a survey by a dieting company.
What EFSA wants from novel food applications
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has published draft guidance on applications for novel foods under revised rules, but a food lawyer warns the requirements may prove too cumbersome for traditional third country foods.
More astaxanthin capacity in market benefits ingredient's growth prospects, Algatech says
The sky is the limit for astaxanthin now that secure levels of supply are in the market, a group of journalists touring Israeli companies were told recently.
Supradyn multivitamins/minerals show brain boosting potential: Bayer study
Short-term and longer-term supplementation with multivitamins and minerals may boost metabolic measures and blood flow in the brain, says a new study funded by Bayer HealthCare – Consumer Care.
2015 ABC James A Duke Excellence in Botanical Literature Award recipient announced
The American Botanical Council (ABC) is giving its James A. Duke Excellence in Botanical Literature Award to Clinical Aromatherapy: Essential Oils in Healthcare, 3rd edition, written by Jane Buckle, PhD, RN.
UK spotlight falls on mandatory vitamin D fortification
The re-emergence of the Victorian-era condition rickets in the UK has put the spotlight back on vitamin D intakes, and a recent advisory committee report will likely spur debate on the need for mandatory fortification.
Bean boon? EC prepares for long-awaited caffeine claims
The EC has drafted four endurance and cognition health claims for caffeine indicating a belated entry into EU law books five years after EFSA first approved them – but industry isn’t holding its breath.
HK study casts doubt on safety of vitamin C for liver cancer patients
Taking high doses of vitamin supplements could hasten the development of cancer, according to researchers in Hong Kong who found that antioxidants can speed up the growth of malignant cells.
Gut microbiome uses breast milk to promote healthy infant growth: Study
Sugars found in breast milk promote healthy infant growth driven by interactions with gut bacteria, a study has found.
Star fruit juice consumption may improve quality of life of the elderly
Researchers found that 40 healthy elderly subjects who drank star fruit juice daily for four weeks showed lowered secretion of pathological cytokines and increased ability for 6-minute walks.