Univar and TerraVia ink deal to bring whole algae to Europe
Ingredients distributor Univar has inked a deal to bring TerraVia’s AlgaVia brand of whole algae ingredients to Europe.
Archives for February 13, 2017
Polyphenols for blood sugar management: ‘Sometimes you need to anchor the novel ingredient with the time-tested,’ says expert
A combination of strawberry and cranberry polyphenols may improve insulin sensitivity in overweight and non-diabetic, insulin-resistant adults, according to a new study.
Australia ‘needs national obesity plan and soft drinks tax should fund it’: Health summit chief
The lack of a coordinated national approach to the Australian obesity epidemic is “unacceptable”, according to the Chair of the Council of Presidents of Medical Colleges, who is calling for more clinical trials to assess solutions and a soft drinks tax...
Taiyo relocates ingredient storage to Germany
Japan-based food and functional ingredients player Taiyo has relocated its European ingredients storage facility to outside Hamburg in Germany to provide the industry with a smoother supply and better product safety.
Highlights from Probiota 2017 in Berlin
Probiota Insights: Does the prebiotic definition need reworking?
A debate is brewing over what exactly constitutes a prebiotic, and whether the established definition needs to be updated. NutraIngredients spoke with leading researcher Professor Bob Rastall to find out more.
Expert panel established to drive forward India's national fortification plan
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has set up a panel of doctors and research scientists to prepare the final version of its food fortification laws – a move that would facilitate the inclusion of micronutrients to several food staples.
Testing failure, specification limits cited in FDA warning letters
A realistic testing regime and reasonable range on specified ingredient potencies were among the quality control issues cited by the Food and Drug Administration in recent warning letters.
Updated: NPA launches grassroots effort against the proposed ban
NY State proposes ban on selling creatine to minors
An industry association has expressed concern over the introduction of bill to prohibit the sale or distribution of creatine to minors in New York State.
Curcumin helps to effectively ease inflammatory bowel disease: China mouse study
Curcumin can help suppress the activation of dendritic cells (DCs), which play a pivotal role in the progression of inflammatory bowel disease, research from China has discovered.
Researchers: 'We consider this to be a major breakthrough'
Gut bacteria linked to development of Alzheimer’s disease: Mouse data
Intestinal bacteria can accelerate the development of Alzheimer's disease, say researchers who suggest their findings could open new opportunities for preventing and even reversing the disease through the gut.
Brazilian peppertree berry shows fight in tackling MRSA infections: Mice study
Brazilian peppertree berries contain a flavonoid-rich extract that may disarm antibiotic-resistant bacteria, according to US scientists.
Astaxanthin may protect skin from within: Study
Dietary supplementation with the pinkish-red pigment astaxanthin may protect skin from the harmful effects of UV radiation, says a new study from Japan.
UPDATE
Has Whole Foods lost its mojo?
As natural and organic goes mainstream, Whole Foods’ differentiator is, well, not that different from the rest of the market anymore, says one retail analyst.
Developing plan to target specific markets makes best use of PR, experts say
Being focused in your goals and being available for media professionals after the distribution of a press release are some of the key elements in making PR work for your company, experts say.