Soy compound linked to improvements in liver health: RCT
Dietary supplements containing genistein may improve insulin resistance and reduce inflammation in people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), says a new human clinical trial.
Archives for August 29, 2018
Algae products brand iWi lands Sam's Club distribution deal
Algae products manufacturer iWi has landed a deal with Sam’s Club that will greatly expand distribution of the company’s signature products based on omega-3s bound to polar lipids produced by a proprietary algal strain.
More evidence suggests tocotrienols’ benefits for blood sugar management and bones
Tocotrienols, a form of vitamin E derived from annatto, have been linked to less bone loss among diabetic rodents in two different studies published this summer.
Pharmacokinetics ought to form basis of evaluating bioavailability claims, expert says
Claims of greater bioavailability in the nutraceutical realm are often misapplied or miss the point, according to Nils Hoem, PhD.
Organic formula draws Australian Dairy Farms to acquire Flahey's Nutritionals
Australian Dairy Farms Group Limited is acquiring Flahey's Nutritionals Pty Ltd, owners of Flahey's Future, a certified-organic formula containing vitamins, minerals, protein, carbohydrates, fats and prebiotic fiber.
Microbiome start-up looks to build therapeutics pipeline
Carbiotix closes €450,000 pre-seed financing – looks to seed in 2019
Swedish personalised prebiotic start-up Carbiotix has closed a second pre-seed financing round of €450,000 as it looks to expend marketing globally, and eyes a full seed round next year to push its agenda in microbiome therapeutics.
Baby faeces’ ‘good bacteria’ a solid basis for disease-tackling probiotic supplement
‘Good bacteria’ found in infant faeces could form the basis of a probiotic supplement that could help lower disease risk as researchers point to babies’ good health and absence of age-related diseases as good starting points.
Sugar tax threat looms large in Malaysia as PM highlights soft drinks concerns
Malaysian PM Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has acknowledged the government is contemplating introducing a tax on sugar-sweetened beverages, after highlighting concerns about the nation's diabetes rates.
Mussel power: Kiwi firm expanding to China with anti-inflammatory phospholipid oil product
A New Zealand start-up manufacturing anti-inflammatory joint health products using green-lipped mussel oil extract is embarking on ambitious expansion plans across Asia, with China topping its list of target markets.
DSM on Fortune magazine's 'Change the World' List for third year in a row
DSM has again made Fortune magazine's Change the World list, an annual recognition of companies that have had a positive social impact through their core business strategy.
Marine oil supplement fails to produce beneficial results in non-asthmatic elite runners: RCT
Supplementation with a marine oil lipid extract derived from New Zealand green-lipped mussels does not benefit resting pulmonary or muscle function in non-asthmatic elite runners, according to a recent population study.
FI / HI India 2018
India's supplements and functional food strategy: Five tips for growth as consumer interest rises and regulations mature
With India's supplements sector targeting US$10bn sales by 2025, five industry experts have outlined how they believe firms can best tap into rising consumer interest in health and wellness.