Q-markers required to affirm effects of TCM, say Chinese researchers
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) needs quality markers to affirm its safety and efficacy in maintaining the health of its consumers, say researchers in China.
Archives for September 21, 2017
NattoPharma debuts 'full-spectrum' form of vitamin K2 to mimic what's found in cheese
Norwegian company NattoPharma will debut a form of Vitamin K2 that includes more of the menaquinone forms found in natural fermented cheese.
FI Asia 2017
DuPont: Ageing Asia creating vast potential but infant formula 'challenging for manufacturers'
DuPont is targeting innovation at both ends of the age spectrum as it seeks to meet the vast needs of Asia's ageing societies, while also helping infant formula firms overcome considerable pricing and regulatory challenges.
Marine Ingredients launches platform pairing omega-3s, phytocannabinoids
Marine Ingredients has announced the launch of a new product platform that combines the benefits of omega-3s with those of phytocannabinoids.
Pre-workout supplementation of phenylalanine may aid fat oxidation in men
Taking the amino acid phenylalanine as a pre-workout supplement may stimulate whole body fat oxidation, known colloquially as ‘burning fat,’ according to a new study.
Body’s fat metabolism wards off sugar's effects and promotes healthy ageing: Study
The chemical link between a low-carbohydrate diet and healthy ageing could be explained by new scientific evidence showing that the body’s own fat-metabolism protects against sugar’s harmful effects.
Frutarom launches ‘naturally delivered’ fruit-based supplements
Israeli company Frutarom Health BU is to make available its fruit-based range of supplements formulated to supply nutraceuticals via a new fruit-based delivery system.
EU offers funding for SMEs targeting elderly personalised nutrition
EU-baked project INCluSilver is launching financial aid vouchers for companies working on personalised nutrition for the elderly.
Probiotic intervention may increase beneficial gut bacteria in cancer patients
A DuPont-backed study demonstrates the efficacy of a probiotic intervention after studies reveal its ability to alter and modify the intestinal microbiome in patients with colon cancer.
Research supports immune benefits of Ganeden’s new Staimune ingredient
Inactivated Bacillus coagulans GBI-30, 6086A has similar immune activation and anti-inflammatory effects as live cells, says a new study using Ganeden’s recently launched Staimune ingredient.