NEWS IN BRIEF
Algaia and AIDP partner to expand alginate offering in North America
Starting June 1, algae-derived ingredients by Algaia will expand to customers in Canada, USA, and Mexico.
Archives for May 30, 2017
Potato extract shows satiety benefits for healthy women: Slendesta data
Consumption of a Kemin’s Slendesta potato protease inhibitor II one hour before breakfast may lower hunger and the desire to eat, says a new study by scientists from Kemin and Herbalife International of America.
Dynamic duo of vitamin E and omega-3 reduces cardiovascular injury caused by pollution
Supplementation with vitamin E and omega-3 proved to provide a potent combination against air pollution-induced cardiovascular injuries in rats.
BC30 probiotic may help with plant protein digestion, according to new Ganeden-backed study
Plant protein, when digested with a patented probiotic strain, increased bioavailability of amino acids in the upper gastrointestinal tract, leading to a healthier colon environment, according to an in vitro study conducted at Maastricht University.
Special Edition: Bone & Joint Health
Can bone health be improved through microbiota manipulation?
Bone mineral density could be altered by prebiotics and probiotics, according to a new review that links diet-induced obesity, the gut microbiota and bone health.
BASF awards Newtrition grants for omega-3 and plant sterol research in Beijing
Five academic projects have been awarded Newtrition Asia research grants by BASF for their work addressing some of the major consumer health concerns in APAC.
Grill or microwave mushrooms to preserve protein content, say fungal researchers
Microwaving and grilling are the best approaches to preserve mushrooms’ nutritional profile, a study reveals, trumping methods like boiling and deep-frying.
Marinova attains GRAS status for fucoidan extracts
Australian biotechnology company Marinova Pty Ltd has received a letter of no objection for its GRAS (Generally Recognised As Safe) status of its Maritech fucoidan extracts.
Bones of contention: Joint-up thinking key to market gains
Post-menopausal women, senior citizens both male and female. Those in the twilight of life have traditionally made up the bulk of the market for bone and joint supplements and ingredients.
Seeds from evergreens packed with enough amino acids to meet WHO standards
Seeds from two variants of Chinese evergreen trees have been found to contain enough amino acids to meet the daily nutritional requirements of infants and adults, according to a recent study which recommends their use in the food industry.
Policosanol fraction, Vitamin K2 combo helps statin users in study
A policosanol derivative teamed with vitamin K2 was found to be effective in lowering cardiovascular disease risk markers in a large scale study conducted in Serbia.
Time to rethink nutrition labelling, say scientists: Food is not just the sum of its nutrients
It's time to move beyond the single nutrient model that looks only at individual fat, sugar or protein content, say scientists. Foods are eaten whole and so their effect on health must also be considered in a more holistic manner.
Functional food bar launches with Niagen nicotinamide riboside
Barology’s Live Younger bar is the first launch of Niagen nicotinamide riboside (NR) into the functional food space, and offers consumers a new way to help boost cellular metabolism and cellular energy production, said ChromaDex.