Brazilian study suggests white grape juice may offer weight management benefits
Researchers from the University of Caxias do Sul in Brazil found a correlation between consuming white grape juice with reduced body mass index in older women.
Archives for January 21, 2019
Editor's Spotlight: Startup Focus
Is there mushroom for better research? Brain-boosting coffee creator sets sights on curing disease
A former professional athlete is hoping to unearth the full healing potential of mushrooms after enjoying a taste of startup success with his brain-boosting functional coffees.
Sibelius uses proprietary epigenetic assay to find best raw material for new chamomile supplement
Using a proprietary assay, supplement ingredient developer Sibelius has lined up a special raw material for a new chamomile extract for the US market.
CK Ingredients inks deal to distribute Parabel’s duckweed protein in Canada
Florida-based Parabel, which grows and processes protein powder out of duckweed, has signed a deal with CK Ingredients, allowing the latter to distribute Parabel’s branded duckweed protein ingredient Lentein in Canada.
NutraIngredients-USA Global Round-up: How to innovative in sports nutrition, e-commerce in China, and more
It’s a global industry and there’s a lot happening. We know it’s not always easy keeping up with everything that’s happening around the world that could impact the US dietary supplements industry. The answer? Our weekly round-up of key news from across...
Senators seek clarity from FDA on CBD question
Two senators from Oregon have urged that CBD be made legal for supplement and food products in interstate commerce.
UAE bans formula ads in attempt to promote breastfeeding
The UAE Cabinet has implemented a blanket ban on the advertising of infant formula and other infant nutrition products, including follow-up formula and complementary foods.
DSM and Unilever back lipid supplement’s role in addressing child malnutrition
DSM has given its backing to a new study that details the benefits of small-quantity lipid-based nutrient supplements (SQ-LNSs) on child growth and development in a malnourished population.
Supplements vary in their effects on muscle mass and strength: Review
There is little evidence supporting the use of some supplements, a review claims as it details proof pointing to their apparent ineffectiveness and link to a number of adverse effects.
Catechins against cancer: Can drinking tea help lower oral cancer risk?
Long-term tea consumption could have a dose-dependent link to a lower risk of oral cancer, according to a meta-analysis by Chinese researchers.
More flavours: aland seeks to ramp up sports nutrition initiatives in 2019
Chinese dietary supplement firm aland is planning to introduce more flavours for its sports nutrition alandv bars this year.