Forgettable science: EFSA rejects DSM health claim for DHA & memory
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has rejected Dutch nutrition giant DSM’s health claim linking DHA and improved memory function.
Archives for May 18, 2016
dispatches from vitafoods europe 2016
Spotlight on Serbian supplements following 'trade push'
With Serbia set to become an EU member by 2020, we zoomed in on the region to see what’s hot on Serbian supplement shelves.
Women's well-being chocolate Nutricoa enters market with vitamin supplement alternative
Start-up Nutricoa aims to make vitamin supplementation more palatable with a range of fortified chocolates aimed at women.
Untapped seasonal prospects for protein chocolate, says Cocoa Plus
Protein-packed Easter eggs, chocolate Valentine’s hearts and advent calendars are previously unseen novelties that will resonate with health-conscious consumers, says UK startup Cocoa Plus.
Good Chocolate Company's heart health chocolate comes to UK and Denmark
The Good Chocolate Company is to introduce better-for-you chocolate brand Lavlé, containing Barry Callebaut’s Acticoa, to the UK and Denmark.
DISPATCHES FROM VITAFOODS EUROPE 2016
Does the recent approval for high-dose krill leave EU door ajar?
The European Food Safety Authority's (EFSA) authorisation of the use of a lipid extract derived from krill oil at a higher dose is set to "drive a big change for Europe" and open up health claim avenues, says one Norwegian company.
Special edition: Contract manufacturing
Detailed quality agreements becoming vital part of contract manufacturing deals
Placing your trust in a contract manufacturing partner is a natural part of forming a business relationship. But underpinning that trust with solid contractual agreements is the key to maintaining quality, experts agree.
US organic food & beverage sales rose 10.6% to $39.8bn in 2015, says OTA
US sales of organic food and drink surged 10.6% to $39.8bn in 2015, significantly ahead of the 3% growth in the overall food market, with some segments up more than 30% year-on-year, according to the Organic Trade Association (OTA).
Dr Ikhlas Khan honored at Ole Miss 2016 commencement ceremony
The United Natural Products Alliance (UNPA) has congratulated the presentation of the Distinguished Research & Creative Achievement Award presented to Dr Ikhlas Khan.
Mass-market future for protein chocolate after Mars and Snickers launches?
Protein experts at leading nutraceutical trade fair Vitafoods consider if protein chocolate has mainstream appeal.
Special Edition: Contract manufacturing
Qualifying your contract manufacturer: The key questions to ask
Asking for details of the quality program, and physically visiting a facility to audit it are just two of the top things that brand owners should do to qualify their contract manufacturer.
Special Edition: Contract Manufacturing
Are the regulations giving some sub-standard operators a competitive advantage over quality manufacturers?
The dietary supplements industry continues to grapple with the age-old issue of cost versus quality as regulatory issues increase the cost of compliance for manufacturers, say industry experts.
Industry Voices - Ewa Hudson, Head of Health and Wellness at Euromonitor International
Emerging markets: Where is the growth in fortified and functional confectionery?
Global business intelligence provider Euromonitor International casts an eye over the global market for fortified and functional confectionery.
Jake vitamincandy to focus on US & China under global expansion
Jake vitamincandy has opened a sales office in China and says the country and the US will be its focus for the next two years.
Special Edition: Contract manufacturing
Contract manufacturers compete in crowded field on quality, price, dosage form familiarity
Contract manufacturers bring a range of capabilities to the table, from pricing advantages based on scale, to expertise with certain market niches or dosage forms, to a reputation for top shelf quality. It’s a crowded field with companies striving for...
Plant-based and transparent: How contract manufacturers innovate in a global market
The old adage “customer is king” rings true to most industries. But for companies working mostly in the B2B space, like contract manufacturers, the end consumer sits on an even higher throne.
NAXA adds finished products to natural astaxanthin testing scheme
Differentiating natural vs synthetic sources has been the raison d'être for The Natural Algae Astaxanthin Association. NAXA has expanded that mission to finished products with the announcement of the extension of its verification program.