Archives for June 14, 2023
FDA updates clinical trials guidance to align with ICH: What’s the impact for supplements?
The US Food and Drug Administration recently released a draft guidance with updated recommendations for good clinical practices (GCPs) aimed at modernizing the design and conduct of clinical trials.
NutraWomen Wednesday: Simmi Chopra, Ayurveda expert
With a background in molecular biology and biostatistics, Simmi Chopra took the unconventional route to get into Ayurveda, the practice meaning “science of life” in Sanskrit.
Hop extract benefits bone health of postmenopausal women via microbiome
A new 48-week placebo-controlled trial indicates hop extract (HE) standardised in 8-Prenylnaringenin (a phytoestrogen) could improve bone health in postmenopausal women living with osteopenia.
GALLERY: The 10 most-read APAC health and nutrition stories in May 2023
From Kirin announcing its plans to acquire Blackmores to the financial results of Bayer, Suntory, and Danone, here are the most-read stories in May 2023.
Scientists identify probiotic and amino acid mix for cognitive health
Supplementation with Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis (Bifal) and arginine (Arg) could have “a major impact on improving human cognition, especially in old adults”, according to a recent study in mice.
Taiwan FDA permits third genetically modified strain for fermenting 2’-FL used in infant formula
The Taiwan Food and Drug Authority has officially permitted the use of another genetically modified (GM) bacteria strain – the third one so far – for fermenting human milk oligosaccharide (HMO) 2-fucosyllactose (2’-FL).
‘The fastest growing beverage category’: Danone China launches electrolyte drink on the back of rising demand
Danone China has launched an electrolyte drink on the back of booming demand, adding that the category is the fastest growing in China’s beverage sector.