Pectin and carotenoids: Argentinean researchers find functional use for discarded carrots
Researchers in Argentina explored a more environmentally-friendly way to put discarded carrots to use in the functional foods and supplements space.
Archives for April 4, 2019
Editor's Spotlight
AOR founder: ‘I believe that ‘Made in Canada’ is a selling point’
Dr Traj Nibber, trained as a pharmacist, moved from the UK to Canada to start a pharmacy in 1989. Realizing that it’s hard to compete against the big chains, he shifted focus to supplements.
FDA reiterates intent to seek CBD regulatory solution, updates cannabis Q&A
FDA has reiterated its enforcment stance on CBD and hemp products, has updated a Q&A document on the subject and has specified what kind of information it is seeking in the runup to a public meeting on the subject in May, all as part of documents...
ANVISA issues guide for probiotic food applications
Brazil's National Health Surveillance Agency (ANVISA) has published guidance on necessary requirements when applying to use probiotics in food and make associated health claims.
GOED: Infant formula the 'shining star' for omega-3s in South America
Infant formula is driving the most significant surge for omega-3 ingredients in South America and this may explain the rising interest in algal sources, says the Global Organization for EPA and DHA omega-3 (GOED).
Gencor builds science for endocannabinoid-like molecule for joint health and sports recovery
New studies using palmitoylethanolamide, an endocannabinoid-like molecule with potent anti-inflammatory properties, may offer formulators possibilities for new joint health and sports recovery products, and an alternative to CBD.
FOOD INGREDIENTS CHINA 2019
Domestic China firm secures spore-forming probiotic advances for use in food
Chinese supplement firm Thankcome Biological Science and Technology (Suzhou) has successfully developed and produced spore-forming bacteria for use as probiotics in food.