No new legislation needed on ‘growing up milks’, says long-awaited Commission report
There is no need for new legislation specific to so-called ’growing up’ milks, the European Commission has said in a report rebuked by industry and NGOs alike.
Archives for April 17, 2016
Barentz backs water lentils for protein
Dutch ingredients player Barentz International has partnered with Floridian biotech start-up Parabel USA to globally distribute ‘water lentil’-derived protein.
CEO Interview
Stepping on the gas: Drive Gum enters Autogrill and BP in Spain amid international push
Sugar-free caffeinated chewing gum brand Drive Gum has its sights on the US and Russia after expanding distribution in Spain through deals with Autogrill and BP.
Maple syrup polyphenols may protect against neurodegenerative effects: Study
Polyphenols found in maple syrup exert a neuroprotective effect that could protect the structure and function of motor neurons, a study in worms has found.
DNA barcoding is a critical part of improving the industry’s quality program, says NY AG’s office
The New York Attorney General’s Office believes DNA barcoding is still critical for testing herbal supplements, despite new studies showing the inadequacies of the technology.
High-quality, reliable nutrition websites are failing to engage the public: French researchers
Official institutional websites on nutrition and health are being overshadowed by potentially low-quality non-institutional websites, a survey of over 42,000 people has shown.
Resveratrol’s heart health benefits linked to gut microbiota changes
The potential cardiovascular benefits of resveratrol may be linked to its ability to preferentially alter the gut microbiome, suggests a new study with lab mice.
Study shows curcumin/fenugreek combo helps relieve work-related stress
A new study shows a curcumin/fenugreek combination boosted the quality of life index in a study population suffering from work-related stress.
Special edition: Omega-3s
Within troubled picture for world's oceans, omega-3 fisheries judged to be healthy, well-managed
Sustainability has been a constant concern within the omega-3s industry. While questions remain, the general consensus is that the fisheries that supply most of the world’s servings of long chain fatty acids are in good condition and are well managed.