Gluten-free products ‘not as healthy’ as conventional
A new study has found gluten-free products are often not as healthy as their conventional counterparts.
Archives for August 7, 2017
Nutricosmetic sector has mush room for fungi-based topical formulations, study thinks
The potential of a mushroom extract goes beyond its nutraceutical properties as a Portuguese study now identifies its nutricosmetic potential as a topical formulation ingredient for the skin.
Flavonoid-packed orange peel extract protects intestines against alcohol-induced damage
A superior from of orange peel extract from Xinhui, China — called nchenpi — could help to prevent alcohol-induced intestinal dysfunction, a new study has found.
Glutamine supplementation for intestinal diseases still ‘a controversial issue’
Glutamine has been shown to improve intestinal health in animal and in vitro studies, but inconsistent findings in RCTs means supplementation has not been accepted as a form of treatment.
Warnings about safety of supplements in eye health review called 'gratuitous' by experts
A recent Cochrane Review article that looked at the effects of antioxidant supplements on AMD contained some warning statements about the safety of the products that dumbfounded experts in the field.
EFSA updates 24 year old riboflavin dietary reference values
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has published an update to population reference intakes (PRIs) for adults, children and pregnant and lactating women relating to riboflavin (vitamin B2).
Scientists use innovative delivery systems to tailor omega-3 digestion speed
A possible method of controlling the digestion rate of omega-3 supplements and release of free fatty acids (FFAs) in the gut has been identified in a recent study published in Food Research International.
Aker buys bulk krill oil business from Neptune
The krill oil market has been transformed with the announcement today that Aker BioMarine has bought the bulk oil supply end of Neptune Technologies & Bioressources for $34 million USD.
Botanicals and diabetes: Which products show the most promise to help ease Asia's epidemic?
Fenugreek, ivy gourd, Russian tarragon, psyllium and ginger have been identified as some of the most promising botanicals meriting further investigation for the treatment of type 2 diabetes.
ZSS Skincare gets distribution with GNC amid ‘growing traction of nutricosmetics market,’ says brand's president
This coming October, beauty-from-within supplements by ZSS—short for Zea Skin Solutions—will hit brick-and-mortar shelves for the first time through a partnership with supplement retailer GNC.
FSANZ seeks submissions on consultation over infant formula for special dietary uses
Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has released a consultation paper on infant formula products for special dietary use.
Review explores mounting science linking B vitamins and depression
Supplementation of B vitamins may improve symptoms of depression, according to researchers from the College of Health and Biomedicine at Victoria University, Australia.
Tests support survivability of ProDURA in beverages
ProDURA, a lyophilized strain of Bacillus coagulans, has been found to survive at different pH and storage conditions, supporting its potential for use in beverages.