News, Analysis & Insights on Nutrition, Supplements, and Health
Dr. Robert Califf, President Obama’s nominee, has been confirmed to be the new FDA commissioner, and several supplement industry trade associations are trying to schedule a meeting with him as soon as possible.
Food Vision 2016 preview
A start-up firm has found a way of sustainably sourcing the African fruit baobab whilst supporting rural economies and empowering growers in a region that has been described as an untapped source of superfoods.
Military personnel undergoing high intensity training may benefit from HMB supplements, says a new study from the University of Central Florida, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev Beer-Sheva, and the Israel Defense Force.
Italian botanical giant Indena has announced the self-affirmation of the GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) status for its curcumin phospholipid (Meriva).
GNC’s new raw material GMPs, announced as a final intent if not in final form at an industry event this week, is “a concept whose time has come,” according to CEO Mike Archbold.
Dispatches from Probiota 2016
The global probiotics market is worth €32bn according to latest Euromonitor data and analysis presented recently at Probiota in Amsterdam – and that excludes fermented sour milks worth another €5.8bn.
Taking omega-3 supplements while pregnant may help prevent or reduce the risk of anaemia in newborns, a study has concluded.
Be careful what you say about your competitors, it could be considered a health claim, the UK’s Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has told supplement retailer Genr8online.
Food Vision 2016 preview
New product development (NPD) is essential to address the nutritional needs of a child during its first 1000 days if health systems are to avoid the crippling cost of treating non-communicable diseases, warns a leading consultant and speaker at Food...