AHPA supports NIST in DNA testing program
A new government program being facilitated by the American Herbal Products Association will assess the reliability of current DNA techniques for botanical identification.
Archives for June 29, 2017
Brain-impaired elderly subjects appear to most benefit from cocoa flavanols: Review
Flavanol-rich chocolate is well known for its beneficial effect on the brain, but a review by Italian researchers point towards its neuroprotective effects in vulnerable populations over time.
Despite push to be lean, female athletes who eat more perform better, expert says
Body image is huge complicating factor in advising female athletes on nutrition, an expert said during a session during a recent conference.
Amway unveils new distribution centre in major Thai market
Amway has opened a new distribution centre in Thailand – one the direct selling giant’s top 10 global markets.
Eating more polyunsaturated fats linked to less inflammation in patients with existing heart disease
Cardiovascular patients with low polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) intake suffer from higher inflammation levels, according to a recent study in Nutrition.
Study finds quality of reporting of supplement trials to be “poor” and blame could be down to restrictions in scientific journals
Restrictions on word counts in scientific journals on the reporting of trials on the efficacy of supplements can hinder the quality of the reporting of the study, according to the author of a study which judged the quality of reporting to be “poor”.
Further setback to New Zealand's Natural Health Products Bill as parliamentary time dwindles
New Zealand's long-awaited Natural Health Products Bill is unlikley to be put before parliament before September's election, according to the Ministry of Health.
Spearmint extract may enhance reaction time, focus and agility: Human data
Daily supplements of Kemin’s Neumentix spearmint (Mentha spicata L.) extract may support cognition and enhance physical performance in young, healthy individuals, says a new study.
IFT Food Expo 2017
From egg whites to faba beans, non-dairy protein ingredients multiply at IFT
Consumers are still demanding protein, and from scanning the floors at this year’s IFT Food Expo, it looks like ingredient manufacturers are anticipating flavor and texture fatigue. From new plant-based proteins to egg protein, we round-up what’s new...