New Taiyo-Benexia partnership to ensure swift supply of premium chia oil
Taiyo International has been named the exclusive North American distributor of Benexia’s new chia oil for use in foods, beverages and dietary supplements.
Archives for March 23, 2017
Guest article
Probiotics go mainstream at Expo West
Probiotics have truly arrived. From Dr. Oz earlier this year, to the Natural Product Expo West show in Anaheim, one might say it is the invasion of the microorganism armies. As I walked the floor at NPEW this year and looked at all the exhibitors from...
Resveratrol’s role in eye protection implied as metabolites cross blood barriers
Resveratrol and its metabolites have been detected in the eye after oral administration, signifying its ability to cross protective barriers and reinforce its potential benefit to vision conditions.
Qualyst launches test to determine effects of cosmetics on the liver
Qualyst Transporter Systems (QTS) has launched a test that is designed to determine the effects cosmetic and personal care products may have on the liver.
AIDP says prebiotic ingredient derives big gut health benefit from small dose
AIDP is emphasizing the prebiotic potential of its PreticX xylooligosaccharide. The small dosage provides formulation flexibility, the company says.
HI SOUTH EAST ASIA 2017
False claims still blighting Indonesia’s functional food sector despite tighter rules
Misleading health claims are still rife in Indonesia despite tighter functional food rules, claims a new association set up to ‘professionalise the industry’.
Regulators pave the way for use of hemp as a food in Australia and New Zealand
Food Standards Australia and New Zealand (FSANZ) has issued a circular paving the way for the sale of low-THC hemp seed products as a food.
プロバイオティクス/プレバイオティクス: クローン病に対する有効性の検証には大規模な臨床試験が必要
日本の研究者達によると、サプリメントや食事療法がクローン病治療において積極的に作用するかを理解するには、大規模な無作為化比較試験（RCT）が必要とのことである。
The animal supplement sector is a Harvard Business School case study on driving a responsible system: NASC President
From GMPs to a robust adverse event reporting system and list of qualified suppliers, the self-regulatory successes of the animal supplement industry could be a Harvard Business School case study, says the president of the National Animal Supplement Council.
Protein bar brand PowerBar jumps on plant-protein bandwagon
Iconic energy bar brand PowerBar launched a new line of plant-derived protein bars, debuting at Natural Products Expo West in Anaheim, CA, earlier this month.
Probiotics/prebiotics: Large-scale trials needed to asses Crohn’s disease potential
Large trials are desperately needed to understand if supplements and dietary interventions can play a positive role in the treatment of Crohn’s disease, according to academics in Japan.
Italy sets up fine system for non-compliant health claims
In an effort to reduce misleading uses of health claims on advertising for nutritional products, the Italian government has published a decree detailing financial penalties.
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South East Asia supplement regulations: Indonesian trade boss hopeful of harmonisation progress
Indonesia’s supplements association hopes the harmonisation of regulations across South East Asia will take a significant step forward this year, providing a much-needed boost to exports and consumer awareness.
Special edition: Supplements for pets
Some vets not sold on routine supplementation for pets
People love their pets. And they can love them to death, animal nutrition experts say.
New technology and new players push labs to demystify testing: Alkemist Labs CEO
Keeping up to date with technological advances, understanding which testing methods are suitable for botanical materials and finished products, and how reference standards fit into the picture are just some of the key issues that brands should be aware...
Special edition: Supplements for pets
Formulating for pets? Suppliers share what you should keep in mind
We spoke with two suppliers—Sabinsa and Maypro—to learn about ingredients that are in demand in the pet nutrition category, and what unique challenges this space has.