NutraCast Podcast: Why CBD companies need a supplement executive
For those who want to begin manufacturing cannabidiol (CBD), the process can be overwhelming.
Archives for June 12, 2020
AGA issues guidelines for probiotics for sick, at-risk populations
The American Gastroenterological Association has released guidelines for a range of conditions, with strong support for necrotizing enterocolitis in infants and for the prevention of C. difficile infection in adults and children who take antibiotics.
Vitamin D story becomes ever more compelling, supplement brand founders say
Recent research on vitamin D has made an even more compelling case for the critical importance of the nutrient, the founders of a supplement brand say.
Unilever eyes potential in wellness: ‘We are uniquely positioned to lead purposefully in the space of holistic health and immunity’
New research from Unilever highlights the growing importance of health, wellness and immunity for consumers. “Our Foods and Refreshment business is uniquely positioned to lead purposefully in the space of holistic health and immunity,” nutrition R&D...
Pioneering personalised nutrition study reveals power of the microbiome
Results from the ground-breaking PREDICT personalised nutrition study have been published, revealing that our microbiome and the meal timing can have a greater influence on some postprandial responses than our genes and even the macronutrients themselves.
Iodine addition to salt can address populations’ deficiencies, says scientific committee
The addition of iodine in salt can compensate for low iodine intake in adolescents and in women of childbearing age, according to Norwegian’s Scientific Committee on Food and the Environment (VKM).
ANSES: ‘Limit exposure to nanomaterial-containing foods.’
France’s National Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health Safety (ANSES) is reiterating advice to consumers to ‘limit exposure’ of nanomaterials in food.
NUTRACHAMPION PODCAST EPISODE 8
LISTEN: ‘Counter with science’ – Prof Ima Nirwana Soelaiman on anti-palm oil campaigns and tocotrienols’ health benefits
Research has shown that the rich tocotrienol content in palm oil could help prevent osteoporosis, with a leading researcher telling us that those who campaign against the industry need to focus on ‘science and evidence’.