Algarithm debuts rebrand, sets bar for 'fish-free' marketing
In an era where transparency is top of mind for many consumers, Algarithm says brands must carefully consider where their fish alternative ingredients come from.
Archives for November 23, 2021
Ingenious Ingredients self-affirms GRAS status for paraxanthine ingredient
Ingenious Ingredients (Ing2) has announced it has achieved self-affirmed GRAS (generally recognized as safe) status for its Enfinity-branded paraxanthine ingredient for use in food and beverages.
Journal retracts botanical DNA barcoding paper by Newmaster
A paper that concluded that DNA barcoding techniques were more cost-effective than traditional practices for identification of vegetation species has been retracted after the lead researcher – Dr Steven Newmaster – failed to respond to questions about...
NXT awarded composition patent on TamaFlex botanical extract combo
The ingredient is a combination of extracts of tamarind seed (Tamarindus indica) and turmeric (Curcuma longa). The new use patent claims a synergistic action for these two constituents.
Rice bran compound could prevent respiratory viral infections
The first pilot clinical study to investigate Biobran MGN-3’s efficacy in preventing respiratory viral infections has yielded “encouraging results”.
Givaudan opens Nordic Experience Centre in Sweden
Flavor and fragrance company Givaudan has opened the Givaudan Nordic Experience Centre in Malmö, Sweden.
Big opportunities in merging nutra and pharma
Consumer trends, technological advancements and business strategies are causing the pharma and nutra markets to merge and this opens opportunities for the players in both industries to cater to consumers looking for the ultimate wellness solutions.
Topping Tmall: Japan’s Glico number one selling almond milk brand on site following China launch
Japanese confectionery company Ezaki Glico recently launched its Almond Koka brand in China and in just two months has become the top selling almond milk product on Tmall.
‘Systematic switch’: Japan urges food manufacturers to finalise raw material origins labelling transition
Japan has urged all local food and beverage brands to ensure that processes are in place to transition to new origin of raw material rules, in order to keep operations running smoothly and avoid ‘disturbances’.
Lab immunity: India’s Kusum Healthcare gets drug approval for synthesised vitamin C and zinc supplement
Kusum Healthcare, a pharmaceutical company based in India, has received approval from the Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) for its wholly-synthesized vitamin C and zinc supplement.
Current evidence insufficient to link vitamin D supplementation to COVID-19 outcomes – Meta-analysis
A meta-analysis of 13 clinical trials on more than 500,000 COVID-19 patients revealed no significant association between vitamin D supplementation and improved clinical outcomes based on current evidence.
Innovation, sustainability and exports: New Melrose Health Group CEO on wealth of growth opportunities
The new CEO of Australia's Melrose Health Group has underlined his plans for the firm, with innovation, sustainability and exports set to underpin his growth strategy.