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2017 NutraIngredients Awards celebrates best in nutrition innovation (globally)
The NutraIngredients Awards are back in 2017 with new categories to reward the most innovative players in the global world of nutrition.
Archives for November 15, 2016
Directing psychobiotic ‘talk’ via gut-brain network key to neurological benefits: Study
Controlling communication between probiotics and the brain is the next challenge for scientists as an Oxford University review outlines strategies for their use in treating brain disorders and enhancing cognition.
Censoring choice? SNE concerned about Romanian infant formula plans
Restricting mothers’ access to information about infant formula may have negative public health consequences, trade group Specialised Nutrition Europe (SNE) has said following a draft Romanian law banning the marketing of formula for under-2s.
Linnea requests FDA to withdrawal vinpocetine notice
Ingredient supplier Linnea has added its voice to the vinpocetine issue, submitting comments requesting the FDA to withdraw the tentative conclusion that vinpocetine cannot be used as a dietary ingredient.
Probiotics improve cognitive function among patients with severe dementia: Clinical trial
Researchers believe they have shown for the first time that probiotics can improve cognitive function in humans, following a clinical trial with elderly Alzheimer’s patients aged 60-95.
Personalized nutrition start-up DayTwo looks at stool samples to create bespoke diets based on users’ gut microbiomes
The question that sparked the research behind DayTwo was why some people gain weight or experience a blood sugar spike more easily than others despite eating the same diet. To find out, researchers looked at stool samples.
Trump: Good or bad news for the supplements industry? (Our survey results are in)
From ‘doom to ‘more self-governance’, the prospect of a Trump presidency has provoked alarm and delight in equal measure. We asked you what a Trump presidency would mean for supplements and the results are in.
Australia’s favourite vitamin brand revealed as data shows almost 45% regularly take a supplement
Almost 9m Aussies (44.2% of the population) regularly take vitamins, minerals or supplements, with Nature’s Own being the most widely consumed brand, according to new research.
ScenoProt gives a preview of Northern Europe's protein preferences
Why do Finns give more importance to protein than Swedes? Are Germans more willing to eat an all vegetarian meal than Brits? And among the 13% of Europeans who have tried insects, how many would eat them again? Finland's ScenoProt survey is providing...
READERS' SURVEY RESULTS
Your thoughts on Trump's triumph: From 'authoritarian tactics' to 'a thriving business environment'
Brash, billionaire businessman Donald Trump is America's president elect. While some FoodNavigator readers foresee "authoritarian tactics" from "an unpredictable man" others are looking forward to "a thriving business environment" for the US and Europe.
Omega-3-rich diets linked to lower blood pressure in young, healthy adults
Diets rich in omega-3 fatty acids may help healthy young people avoid the onset of high blood pressure, according to preliminary data presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2016.