Review supports link between omega-3 levels and cognitive benefits in kids
Omega-3 supplements may indeed offer cognitive benefits for children, but only after omega-3 levels reach a certain threshold, says a new review of the scientific literature.
Archives for October 16, 2020
NutraCast Podcast: Gnosis by Lesaffre on biotransformation
Gnosis by Lesaffre is in the business of microorganisms and biotransformation processes such as fermentation, which are used to cultivate nutritional actives, probiotics, as well as nutritional and functional yeasts.
Nutralliance partners with Globionic for US distribution of Eastern Europe nutraceuticals
California-based Nutralliance has announced an exclusive sales and distribution agreement with Eastern Europe nutraceuticals specialist Globionic, with the larch-derived Lavitol dihydroquercetin the first ingredient to be available via the agreement.
COVID-19 and food retail: New data reveals winners and losers in foot traffic, visit duration
Whole Foods’ foot traffic remains down more than 20% as rivals recover, reveals Placer.ai data
New data monitoring store visits at America’s leading food retailers between March and September 2020 shows that traffic at Whole Foods remains down more than 20% year-on-year, while most rival grocers have seen a steady recovery.
AI tech offers food brands a finger on the pulse of trends
An Israeli start-up has launched its AI-powered food intelligence platform in the UK. The company – called Tastewise – says it can offer real-time industry insights on how consumers order, cook, and eat, to help brands with product innovation.
Report labels vitamin D deficiencies in care homes a "social injustice"
An investigation into how vitamin D nutrition supplementation is addressed in care homes reveals both a failure to implement evidence-based recommendations and a "social injustice" in urgent need of public health advocacy and resolution.
Athletes using sport supplements relaxed in attitudes to doping, study finds
Athletes using legal performance enhancing sport supplements display a more relaxed attitude towards doping compared to those who stick to foods, according to a new UK study.
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WATCH: Plant-based omega-3 gaining prominence as health evidence and sustainability concerns grow – Swisse, Vitality Wellness
Interest in plant-based omega-3 supplements is gathering momentum, according to Swisse and Vitality Wellness, as more evidence on how its unique omega-3, 6 ratios could lower cardiovascular disease risks and sustainability concerns arise.