Whey out? Could cricket protein rival whey as a sports nutrition and functional drinks ingredient?
Crickets could become a functional protein ingredient to rival casein and whey in nutritional beverages and sports drinks, researchers suggest.
Archives for February 20, 2017
WHO questions UK institution over continued financial link to breast milk substitute industry
Experts from the World Health Organisation (WHO) have criticised the UK's Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health for its decision to continue accepting funding from breast milk substitute (BMS) manufacturers and setting an “unfortunate precedent...
Did a Nobel Laureate spark the obesity epidemic?
The old discussions about the causes of obesity are becoming lame. Certainly it is true that societies are gravitating to large serving sizes, that processed food lacks specific micronutrients and we exercise a lot less. However do these factors...
Will acacia gum finally get the clean-label recognition it wants?
Acacia gum is 100% natural, non-GMO, organic, gluten-free and applicable in almost every area of the food industry. Why does it have a chequered past, and how can it obtain the clean-label credentials it wants?
Precedent setting: The development and legacy of the GOED monograph
The early 2000s were a time of health claims success and growing consumer awareness around the benefits of omega-3s, but concerns over quality in the sector spurred stakeholders to work together to create quality standards for the industry. The result...
Zinc in tablet form the 'preferred option' for children with acute diarrhoea: Study
Zinc in tablet form is not only effective in treating acute diarrhoea in young children, but it is also a more practical delivery method compared to zinc in suspension, a new study concludes.
CRN, NPA support bill to allow health savings dollars to be used for supplements
The latest version of the proposed Health Savings Act would allow consumers to use their tax-free health savings account dollars to pay for dietary supplements as well as drugs, doctor visits and other health services.
Medical Nutrition: RCT finds little benefit from fish oil for fistula failure
Fish oil supplementation may have no benefit in preventing the failure of fistulas in dialysis patients, with a failure rate similar to placebo, a new RCT suggests.
Carbs ‘better than antioxidants’ to boost immunity and recovery after exercise: Australia review
Consuming carb-heavy bars or gels either during or immediately after intense exercise helps cut immune disturbances and can aid the body’s recovery, but there is insufficient evidence to support the use of ‘immunity boosting’ supplements such as...
NUTRITION ASIA VIDEO SERIES
VIDEO: Infant nutrition - the latest health demands, consumer trends and fortification needs in APAC
The challenges in the battle to provide adequate infant nutrition across APAC are as diverse as the region itself, with severe micronutrient deficiencies, stunting and, on the other hand, soaring obesity levels being witnessed.