Editor's Spotlight
Third party verification best way to thwart counterfeiters, expert says
The sale of counterfeit products online is garnering more and more attention. One observer of the category said product certification could be the answer.
Archives for September 25, 2019
Verdure tackles sustainability measures to secure Boswellia supply
In a move toward incorporating sustainability practices into everyday life, Verdure Sciences is rolling out an initiative with their longtime supplier in India.
Ayurvedic product line aims to work in harmony with keto dieters
Whether it’s a sign of dissatisfaction with conventional Western medicine, or a more holistic preference, Ayurvedic ingredients like turmeric and ashwagandha are entering into the diets of mainstream North American consumers.
US House to vote today on hemp/CBD banking measure
The US House of Representatives is expected to vote today on a bill that would clear the way for full banking services for companies dealing in hemp/CBD products.
Belgian authorities recall fat-burner supplement
Belgium’s Federal Agency for the Safety of the Food Chain (FASFC) is recalling a popular fat-burning supplement over concerns about the product’s caffeine content.
EDITOR'S SPOTLIGHT: SCIENCE & REGULATION
Nut fibre’s gut effect may explain its weight management properties: Study
Researchers are pointing to the effect of nut’s fibre content on the gut and rate of faecal excretion as reasons the food’s consumption is linked to less weight gain and lower obesity risk.
Probiotics newcomer: Australia’s Activated Nutrients seeks to build reputation for precision products on back of bumper pharmacy deal
Australia’s Activated Nutrients is working with international probiotic giants to satisfy what it sees as the current market gap in precision probiotics.
FI Asia 2019
From yeast to protein: Lesaffre embarks on new research amid booming interest in plant-based protein
Lesaffre is embarking on a research to develop yeast-based protein, in line with the growing interest in plant-based protein.
FrieslandCampina reports challenging first half year for infant formula business in China
Infant formula brand Friso is facing a challenging first half year in the Chinese market, according to its manufacturer FrieslandCampina.
Blood pressure drop: Morinaga Confectionery to launch functional cocoa powdered beverage nationwide
Morinaga Confectionery is launching a new product under Japan’s Foods with Functional Claims (FFC), with a stick-type cocoa powder that is reported to help lower blood pressure and improve bowel movements