Kids with vitamin D deficiency more likely to develop asthma: 10-year study
Children with vitamin D deficiency are more likely to develop asthma, a 10-year study of children in Perth, Australia, has discovered.
Archives for November 1, 2016
Can Mead Johnson sustain China growth to offset emerging troubles?
China has provided one of the few positive notes in Mead Johnson’s quarterly results, with bosses hailing “substantial progress” in the country, despite conceding that global growth would be slower than planned.
Slowing global trade, surging online sales: How markets are changing
A recent article detailing a downturn in global trade mirrors the mood in some international markets, a consultant said. But perhaps more important than macro economic concerns is the rapid shift of retailing modes in those markets, especially in China.
Confidence, trust in supplements stay high as younger consumer usage grows: CRN data
Usage of dietary supplements by younger consumers aged between 18 and 34 grew 5% to 70%, while the over 55 age group maintained the highest percentage of supplement use at 74%, according to results of the CRN Consumer Survey on Dietary Supplements.
Comments in FDA docket reveals consumers’ shifting perceptions of ‘healthy’
If the FDA’s decision to wade into the ‘natural’ debate seemed like an act of sadomasochism, its decision to re-examine the criteria underpinning ‘healthy’ claims on food labels looks set to be equally painful, judging by the first wave of public...
Australian cannabis-based supplements set for European market amid global expansion drive
Australian manufacturer of pharmaceutical grade cannabis and hemp-based products Creso Pharma has sealed deals to launch its nutraceuticals in two European markets.
Review of industry-sponsored nutrition studies ‘suggests’ they’re more likely to have favourable conclusions
Researchers say a review and meta-analysis suggests, but cannot establish, that industry-sponsored nutrition studies may be more likely to have favourable conclusions compared to independent studies.
Not just chocolate or cherry: Kerry aims to bring more flavor to nutritional applications
Mango and chimichurri-flavored products in the nutritional food aisle? Flavor and nutrition content don’t have to be mutually exclusive, said Kerry VP of nutrition Jennifer Intagliata.