Alginate-starch encapsulation could aid probiotic survival
The use of a modified alginate and hi-maize starch encapsulation technique could help to increase the survival rate of probiotics, say Thai researchers.
Archives for September 20, 2016
UNPA welcomes Bastyr University as MOU Partner
The United Natural Products Alliance (UNPA) has announced a formal, collaborative partnership with Bastyr University as its newest Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Partner.
FDA hints at how conventional foods can make structure/function claims
For the first time, FDA weighs in on what marketers must have on hand to support claims about conventional foods’ direct impact on consumers’ bodies.
Vox Pop: What do consumers know & think about botanical supplements?
There’s a lot of distrust of botanical supplements. And even among those that buy and take them, consumers still ask for more evidence and stricter regulation.
French herbal firm seeks global sports nutrition win
Sporting performance enhancement; endurance; recovery and mind-body harmony are the four platforms of Fytexia’s entry into botanicals-based sports nutrition.
Advertising regulator rules against Alpro over paid-for tweets
Alpro did not make it clear enough that it had paid a British celebrity to post tweets about one of its products, the UK’s Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has ruled.
Combining polyphenols boosts anti-cancer properties: Rath rodent review
Combining polyphenols and other compounds can dramatically increase their ability to fight cancers, according to a review from the Dr Rath Research Institute of its own and other studies.
NPA to develop ‘safe harbor’ list for dietary ingredients
In response to the recently re-released NDI draft guidance, the Natural Products Association (NPA) has said it is in the later stages of developing a comprehensive safe harbor list of pre-DSHEA dietary ingredients.
Warning letter provides lesson in what not to do when citing science
A recent FDA warning letter to a company selling noni products provides a quick précis for what not to do when trying to support your product with science, said an attorney who reviewed the communication.
Beta-alanine royalties help drive NAI's record results
Beta-alanine revenues helped push Natural Alternatives International to record earnings in its fiscal year that ended in June.
Supplements may help women with antenatal depression, study suggests
Antenatal depression may be linked to poor nutrient intake, causing health risks for mum and baby, say researchers who suggest that supplementation could help.
Indian firm Arjuna to launch 'one shot' high-concentrate Omega-3 product
Indian firm Arjuna Natural Extracts is launching a high-concentrate, "one shot", 90% omega-3 supplement derived from sardines.
'Sound science' vital to boost faith in Asia's functional foods and supplements
Asia’s functional foods and supplements industry needs to stop making unfounded health claims, while also better educating policy makers about the sound science behind its reputable products.
Sports nutrition and healthy ageing will fuel China's industry growth
The rise of China’s functional food and dietary supplement industry is continuing to outstrip overall economic growth, and will continue to do so with sports nutrition and goods for the elderly likely to drive future increases.
Sabinsa gets new health claims in Canada on curcumin ingredients
Ingredient supplier Sabinsa has achieved two additional Canadian health claim approvals on its curcumin ingredients, the company announced this week.
Ganeden’s BC30 probiotic ingredient gets Non-GMO Project verified
Ingredients now share the scrutiny finished products have when it comes to free-from claims and virtue labels, a spokesperson said.