Crabapple supplements could help cut cholesterol, China study discovers
Crabapple extract has been show to lower cholesterol in obese mice which were fed a high-fat diet, researchers in China have revealed.
Archives for November 30, 2016
ingredientsonline.com joins UNPA as executive member
The United Natural Products Alliance (UNPA) has announced that online ingredients supplier ingredientsonline.com is its newest executive member.
Study supports Quatrefolic’s homocysteine reduction potential for hypertensives
Italian researchers looked at how a “biologically active form of folate” can reduce high-levels of homocysteine, which may lead to cardiovascular risk, among hypertensive populations.
5 innovative supplement delivery systems to watch
As November comes to an end, consumers are starting to look for holiday gift and stocking-stuffer ideas. Gadgets are a popular choice, and these days, even the nutrition space is thriving with apps and gadgets. We rounded up eight innovative supplement...
NPA tells DEA that Kratom poses threat to public health
Adding kratom to the US food supply could lead to serious unintended consequences as the US struggles with opioid addiction, says the Natural Products Association in comments submitted to the US DEA.
Probiotic-prebiotic-antioxidant combination shows benefits for triathletes: Study
Dietary supplements containing a mixture of four probiotic strains, prebiotic fibers and antioxidants may protect triathletes from the detrimental gut effects of strenuous exercise, says a new study from the UK.
Developing countries with high TB burden need ‘oral vaccine’ of a balanced diet
To ‘continue neglecting nutrition’ is incompatible with the World Health Organization’s goal of reducing tuberculosis (TB) by 90% by 2035, a leading academic from India has claimed.
Fermented tea could help protect the liver from high-fat diet damage
Water extracts of a fermented tea, known as Pu-erh tea, could help to reduce oxidative stress and protect the liver against damage caused by a high fat diet, research in rats has found.
New prebiotic combination enhances calcium, magnesium and iron absorption
A novel combination of prebiotic galacto-oligosaccharides could significantly improve absorption of certain minerals, according to new research in rats.
Future food: Could edible bee larvae help feed the world by 2050?
The edible larvae and pupae of honey bees has a ‘nutty’ flavour, high nutritional value and protein quality similar to beef, say researchers.
Rhema Group to close Utah facility, consolidates Vancouver operations
Nutraceutical formulator and manufacturer the Rhema Group has announced it will close its Ogden, Utah facility at the end of the year, affecting the facility’s 35 employees.
Future policy challenges: Global and local food; a weak EU and ‘phood’
Risk assessment, early warning for emerging hazards and official controls and inspections are areas where the EU legislative framework needs to be strengthened to deal with future issues, according to a report.