From farm to factory: Gummi World unveils plans for experiential tour
We’ve all heard of chocolate factory and brewery walkthroughs—but what about a gummy factory tour?
Archives for April 8, 2021
As a result of GRAS process FDA has no idea of what's on market, say paper's authors
A recent paper claims FDA is in the dark as to how many new ingredients have come onto the market via the GRAS process. Only limited progress has been made in the decade since a Congressional report first raised the issue and directed the Agency to make...
Multivitamin marketer agrees to cease ADHD treatment claims
The manufacturer of a multivitamin has withdrawn a number of claims relating to the purported benefits its product has for hyperactive children as part of a National Advertising Division case.
DSM launches personalized health tech company
Royal DSM has announced Hologram Sciences, a consumer-facing company that will create brands that target various health conditions.
Plant sterol and probiotic supplement significantly lowers cholesterol, says study
A 12-week intervention pilot study has suggested a supplement containing a plant sterol with a probiotic mix can be a lower risk way to reduce cholesterol, compared with standard statin treatment.
Irish Government committee outlines policies needed to promote Vitamin D
The Irish Joint Committee on Health has launched a report on Vitamin D deficiency concluding that the Government must promote supplementation across the population by increasing public knowledge and reducing costs.
Trade group flags infant formula ads as breaching UK codes
The trade association for the infant formula industry has flagged a number of ads by Kendamil that they believe breach codes restricting the marketing of these foods.
Multi-strain probiotics improve glycaemic control of patients with diabetic nephropathy – 12-week RCT
A combination of probiotic strains could improve glycaemic control when taken by patients with diabetic nephropathy, a 12-week RCT conducted in China has shown.
Energy bars in India: Happy Bars taps into health trend with new protein and vegan offerings
India energy bar brand Happy Bars will soon be launching a protein bar, followed by a vegan bar later down the road, as it seeks to cater to the rising demand for active nutrition and vegan products in the country.