Taiyo introduces sweet-tasting dietary fibres
Combining sweetness with fibre, is the aim of Taiyo’s new varieties of Sunfiber, an all-natural range of soluble dietary fibres which can also be used as a sweetener.
Archives for May 21, 2017
BI launches new sweet potato-derived fiber ingredient
Ingredient company BI Nutraceuticals has launched a new sweet potato powder designed for adding fiber to baby foods, beverages, and snacks.
Coconuts for cognitive health: Chicago-based VitaMind launches liquid multivitamin for the brain
A neurosurgeon at the University of Illinois at Chicago always wanted to create a multivitamin for brain health. This year, his dream became a reality with the soft launch of VitaMind 30-Day Multivitamin on Amazon Prime.
VITAFOODS 2017
Fun and tasty gummy bears are not just for kids, say Anlit
Curcumin and omega-3 filled gummy bears and chews were on offer from Israeli children's supplement specialists, Anlit, at Vitafoods this year.
Nutraceutical International sold for $446 million
Nutraceutical International Corporation’s longtime aggressive acquisition strategy has borne the ultimate fruit in the announcement today that the company will be sold to a private equity firm for $446 million.
Algalif making headway in US market with Icelandic astaxanthin
The natural advantages of Iceland are helping astaxanthin player Algalif gain traction in the market, with the young company making headway in the US, says CEO Andrew Jacobson.
Study links SDA, ALA to cognitive support, health of region in cerebral cortex
An intriguing study has linked three long chain fatty acids, including ALA and SDA, to the health of a structure in the brain and the effect on ‘fluid intelligence’ in older subjects.
UPDATE: EFSA maintains guidance on vitamin K
A new scientific opinion from the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has maintained existing guidance on adequate intake levels for vitamin K.
VITAFOODS 2017
CROs in the driving seat when outlining research direction
The need for robust research to validate health claims for a food ingredient has never been in doubt. But with regulations becoming ever more stringent the role of Contract Research Organisations (CROs) appears to be changing.
Female path to middle age obesity can be mapped out in twenties: Australian research
New Australian research shows that rates of weight gain are established by the time women are 18-23 years old - meaning data taken at this age could identify those who are likely to become overweight or obese by the time they are 40.
Dad’s vitamin D has impact on childhood growth and obesity risk
Pre-conception vitamin D intake is associated with height and weight of children at age five, according to new data.