Fruit & veg flavonoids prevent unhealthy fat build-up: Twin study
Flavonoid-rich foods appear to alter body composition as UK researchers tie in a higher intake of anthocyanins, flavonols and proanthocyanidins with a lower body fat mass.
Archives for January 20, 2017
Rice bran cereals could get antioxidant boost from Assam tea fortification
Rice bran cereals can be fortified with Assam tea extract (ATE) to boost its antioxidant properties without sacrificing taste and texture, states a new study.
New nitric oxide supplement draws inspiration from Nobel Prize-winning cardiovascular research
Rolling out into national retailers this month (such as Vitamin Shoppe and GNC) is a new brand of nitric oxide tablet supplements, called Berkeley Life Heart Health, designed to benefit cardiovascular health.
More, please: Holland & Barrett sexes up London with ‘high concept’ store
Health products retailer Holland & Barrett opened its new flagship ‘More’ store on London’s Oxford Street, as the firm aims to make its stores “sexy” and widen its range of products.
Safe for babies: FDA has no objections to GRAS status of Ganeden's BC30 probiotic strain for use in infant formula
The FDA has no objections to Ganeden BC30s GRAS status for use in infant formulas, the company announced this week.
Sabinsa's founder maintains commitment to quality has driven explosive growth
During a press tour of its Indian operations, Sabinsa Corp founder Dr Muhammed Majeed detailed how the company has grown from a basement operation decades ago in New Jersey to a firm that has offices or operations around the globe.
Kyowa Hakko's study supports L-arginine boosting activity of L-arginine/L-citrulline combo
A patented L-citrulline/L-arginine ingredient is more effective in boosting plasma L-arginine levels than the individual amino acids alone, says a new study.
Mls over pills: Are drinks a tastier way to take your vitamins?
Move over large, bland multivitamin pills; energy juices and smoothies are becoming the preferred method of getting your daily quota in Asia, but is Europe following its lead?
Asia growth: The main reason Nestle could be keen on Mead Johnson acquisition
The financial press is rife with chatter that Nestle is weighing up a bid for US infant formula firm Mead Johnson.
Boosting bioavailability: Can nutra follow pharma’s lead on delivery format innovation
From shots, to sweets, pills and bars; nutrients and functional ingredients can be delivered in a variety of ways. But can the nutrition industry learn a thing or three from how pharmaceutical companies are improving ingredient delivery and bioavailability?
Cap winner? Reusable seals offer healthy beverage options
Cap-based nutrient delivery systems have been around for several years but have not won widespread uptake on-shelf. A reusable cap featured at the recent Health Ingredients Europe (HiE) trade show in Frankfurt offers home-use options.
Special delivery: Nano’s nutrient gift presents huge potential
Is nanotechnology finally walking the talk when it comes to nutrient enhancement in food and supplements?
Peed piper: Urine fine to define dietary kind
Researchers in Britain have developed a urine test which can distinguish between different diets, potentially allowing a person’s health to be assessed more effectively than through food surveys.