Five firms swept up in FDA/FTC fertility claims enforcement action
FDA and FTC have warned five companies selling dietary supplements over claims their products could help consumers with infertility and pregnancy problems.
Archives for May 27, 2021
Wonders of the North: 50-year anniversary of Dyerberg and Bang’s fundamental omega-3s discoveries
Greenland has long been a source of mystery and wonder for the Danish people. One medieval mystery has never been solved, while a more recent one, the story of omega-3 fatty acids, continues to play out in a thriving industry that has fundamentally...
Launch Pad: May says bye to immune support and hello to hydration, healthy skin and energy
The month of May generated an assortment of ingredients and formats, from protein bars that add inches to Ayurvedic-inspired coffee.
New Trinity College Dublin centre seeks to unlock new bioactives for next-gen nutraceuticals
Trinity College Dublin (TCD) are to dedicate facilities to identify new bioactives from macro and microalgae, cereals, bioactive herbs and plant sources to create supplements and cosmetic applications.
Microbiome's impact on hypertension suggests novel treatment options
Gut microbiome diversity and composition are associated with hypertension in women, according to new research, suggesting that microbiome modulation may be a novel way to prevent or treat the condition.
Fytexia and B Natural creating a buzz for propolis
Global life science firm Fytexia has signed an equity partnership with Italy-based propolis producer B Natural with the aim to create a strong European leader in polyphenols.
Ulrick & Short launches protein suitable for beverages and yogurt alternatives
In 2020 in the UK, the plant-based sector experienced its most active year.
Routines and rituals: There’s ‘good opportunity’ to connect beauty and immunity, says Mintel
There are plenty of opportunities to address immunity in the beauty and personal care space, particularly in developing active topicals, nutrient-dense ingestibles and combined kits that plug beauty routine needs and target holistic health, says Mintel.
‘Next Milo’? Malaysian diabetic drinks business has eyes on becoming FMCG major-player
A Malaysian firm that built a niche for itself within the country’s billion-dollar sweetened condensed milk market as the first product of its kind to use stevia instead of sugar has now set its sights on a major expansion drive.
Making the rice move: Sprout Organic scores international interest with pre-sales of Australia’s first plant-based infant and toddler formula
Sprout Organic, the maker of Australia’s first plant-based and organic certified infant and toddler formulas, says it is enjoying strong e-commerce pre-sales both domestically and internationally.
Functional food opportunities: TurtleTree explores new realm with cell-based milk technology
TurtleTree, a biotech company using mammalian cells to produce cell-based milk, is now eyeing how its tech can be transferred to the functional foods space.