UK-China probiotics centre plans GM research
The UK-China Joint Centre for Probiotics Research is focusing on specific probiotic applications, and plans to use GM techniques to engineer highly targeted microorganisms to fight specific pathogens.
Archives for September 1, 2016
Alternate day fasting may be as effective as traditional diets for weight loss
Skipping food every other day is safe and may be as effective for weight loss as traditional calorie-restricted diets, say US researchers.
MegaFood’s ZingMojo summit explores the central role of natural retailers for health & wellness in their community
Natural retailers face many challenges, but demographic and technology changes are also creating opportunities, many of which were explored at a recent summit hosted by MegaFood.
Taiyo says FDA recognition of Sunfiber could provide market advantage
Taiyo International said it has received confirmation from the Food and Drug Administration that its Sunfiber ingredient meets the definition of dietary fiber set forth in a recent communication.
What does health & wellness mean to consumers? Nielsen conducts global survey
US consumers increasingly see non-GMO, natural, organic and clean label claims as a proxy for ‘healthy’ or ‘healthier,’ says Nielsen in a new report* examining how consumers around the globe are thinking about health and wellness.
Commission stands firm on tax crackdown following US threat of retaliation
The European Commission is standing firm on its EU-wide investigation into member state tax schemes, despite a threat of retaliation from the US government.
Aker gets highest rating in one fisheries report; challenges conclusions of another
Aker BioMarine has received an endorsement from a fisheries monitor even as the harvest of Antarctic krill was bitterly criticized by a report from an environmental group.
Are women taking calcium supplements more susceptible to dementia?
Calcium supplementation may be related to a higher chance of dementia in women who have had a stroke or a vascular brain condition, a study has suggested.
Finland's Paulig acquires majority stake in vegetarian 'pulled oats' start-up
Finnish start-up Gold&Green Foods is set to bring its 'pulled oats' - a patent-protected, plant-based protein - to international markets following a 51% acquisition by Paulig Group.
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Medicine and natural nutrition should co-exist, driven by consumers
Australians will soon be taking greater charge of their own healthcare, thanks to a number of changes occurring across the healthcare environment.
NuGo Nutrition acquires protein bar manufacturer Promax
Protein bar manufacturer Promax has been acquired by Pennsylvania-based NuGo Nutrition.
DEA puts kratom on schedule 1 drugs list
The Drug Enforcement Administration has put mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine, the active constituents of kratom, on its list of schedule 1 banned drugs, a list that includes heroin and LSD.