More manufacturers approved under new Chinese infant formula rules
China’s Food and Drug Administration (CFDA) has announced the second batch of infant nutrition companies and products that have been approved under its new registration programme.
Archives for August 10, 2017
ChromaDex moves forward with transformation to finished goods brand
ChromaDex is making progress on a transformation to a finished goods company based on its Niagen ingredient even as it struggles with continuing losses to shareholders.
No link between vitamin and antioxidant intake and asthma status: Japan RCT
Researchers in Japan have reported that they did not find a link between antioxidant vitamin levels and reduced oxidative stress in a small study of asthma patients conducted by a team at Tottori University.
Experts dispute claim that innovation is lacking in sports nutrition
In the view of experts, the sports nutrition category continues to be a source of innovation, despite the view to the contrary relayed by the CEO of Vitamin Shoppe in a recent earnings call.
Study supports safety of pomegranate metabolite, urolithin A
Extensive toxicological data supports the safety of urolithin A, a metabolite from pomegranate compounds and an emerging ingredient positioned for its anti-inflammatory properties and for boosting mitochondrial and muscle function.
Food trade associations press OMB on GMO labeling timetable in a bid to avoid 'extended regulatory uncertainty'
Trade associations including the Food Marketing Institute and the Grocery Manufacturers Association have warned the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) that failing to implement federal GMO labeling legislation in a timely manner could cause major...