Arla Foods Ingredients enter organic ingredient market
Arla Foods Ingredients just launched its first organic ingredient MicelPure, in a push to support manufacturers to meet the demand for organic and functional protein products.
Archives for August 11, 2020
Calanus oil supplements effective for Omega-3 Index increases
Supplementation with calanus oil from copepods can increase the Omega-3 Index in healthy older adults, says a new study from Germany that supports the absorption of this omega-3 source.
GanedenBC30 lands probiotic claims in Australia and New Zealand
Food regulators in Australian and New Zealand have published a range of digestive health claims for probiotic GanedenBC30 (Bacillus coagulans GBI-30, 6086).
Paper suggests looking at microbiome changes as way to judge effect of protein, fiber intake in older adults
Recent research suggests that at looking the microbiome changes that result from increased protein and fiber consumption could be a better way to design nutritional plans that decrease the incidence of sarcopenia and obesity in older adults.
‘Personalised probiotic cocktails’ could be the future in tackling gut dysbiosis, study finds
“Personalised probiotic cocktails” may be possible after a team use new insights to predict the success of Faecal Microbiota Transplantation (FMT) in addressing recurrent Clostridioides difficile infection (rCDI).
Nitrate-rich beetroot juice reduces blood pressure, trial finds
Nitrate-rich beetroot juice reduces blood pressure in adults with elevated blood pressure, according to a new double-blind randomised controlled feasibility trial conducted in Africa.
Compound benefits: Japanese white turmeric delivers pain relief in elderly Japanese – first human trial
A preliminary study has confirmed that an intake of plant-based compounds called labdane, derived from Japanese white turmeric, could relieve knee discomfort in healthy, older persons.
Omega-3 from sea microorganisms: CSIRO, Pharmamark tap on new sources for infant and general nutrition
A research partnership between Australian biotech firm Pharmamark and national research agency CSIRO is exploring the use of omega-3 from sea microorganisms for infant and general nutrition.
Ayurvedic tea in Japan: Start-up adds two new blends as sales reach the boil
Japanese start-up eatreat.tea has formulated two Ayurvedic tea blends, touted for its relaxation and refreshing functions.
Shanghai inspections: New health foods and infant formula rules won’t increase red tape - expert
The Shanghai authorities have introduced new rules for health foods and infant formula production, with an industry expert assuring this won’t lead to extra red tape or cost for the manufacturers.
Fonterra’s China strategy: R&D focus on nutrition for beauty and cognition, alongside immunity needs
Fonterra is gearing its China R&D nutrition strategy around beauty and mental health, alongside tapping in to the ongoing trend for immune health products.