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Omega-3 deficient teenagers may become anxious adults
Low omega-3 in adolescent mice leads to behavioural problems in adulthood, finds new study in The Journal of Neuroscience.
Archives for June 20, 2017
Shrimp waste: A cheap solution for sourcing natural astaxanthin?
The heads, tails and carapace of commercial shrimps could provide a natural and cheap source of astaxanthin for the nutraceutical industry, say Indian researchers in a review of extraction methods.
IPA WORLD CONGRESS + PROBIOTA AMERICAS 2017
Prebiotic corn fiber boosts calcium absorption among adolescent girls, study finds
The research of Corrie Whisner, PhD, has helped solidify a new application for prebiotics—their effect on bone health.
Enzymotec launches higher concentrate krill oil that trades on purity message
Enzymotec has expanded on its krill purity message with a new, higher concentrate form of its K-Real ingredient.
ISSN publishes position stand on protein and exercise
The International Society of Sports Nutrition ISSN has updated its position paper for the use of protein by physically active individuals.
Probiotic from Tibetan kefir grains can provide antioxidant boost to functional foods: Study
The probiotic strain L. plantarum MA2 from traditional Tibetan kefir grains has significant antioxidant properties, in addition to its previously reported cholesterol lowering credentials.
Blackmores Asia MD appointed first international member of China Association for Quality Inspection
Blackmores’ standing in China has received a boost after its Asia MD, Peter Osborne, was appointed vice chairman of the China Association for Quality Inspection’s (CAQI) advisory committee.
Functional foods for the elderly could be the next big growth opportunity for Singapore firms
Functional foods for Asia’s ageing population have been identified as a core growth opportunity for firms in Singapore, with multinational outfit DSM, the government, market analysts and SMEs joining forces to share knowledge.
Dietary supplement industry promotes self-regulation, need for increased access on Capitol Hill
More than 75 members of the Council for Responsible Nutrition and the American Herbal Products Association will “fly-in” to Capitol Hill today to meet with members of Congress and their staff to promote the dietary supplement industry’s self-regulatory...
IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas 2017
There's opportunity in new probiotic enumeration technology, says expert
Analyzing and identifying probiotic strains in a finished product is becoming increasingly crucial as probiotic-infused food, beverages, and supplements climb further into consumer interest.
Alibaba’s health platform reveals China’s biggest and fastest-growing supplement categories
Whey protein, enzymes and collagen products take the top three spots in China’s cross-border e-commerce sales, according to the international director of Ali Health, part of the Alibaba group.
Iron fortification: Chitosan encapsulation strengthens stability and boosts bioavailability
Coating iron with chitosan nanostructured lipid carriers is a superior protection method when fortifying milk, with researchers also predicting its suitability for fruit juices, yogurts and traditional drinks.
Botanical extract offers anti-inflammatory potential in tackling Alzheimer’s
A botanical plant extract offers possibilities in preserving memory and learning abilities lost to Alzheimer’s disease as a study highlights the plant’s anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties.