A meta-analysis of human studies supports claims that conjugated
linoleic acid (CLA) has the potential to help reduce fat mass,
highlighting it as a possible aid in the fight against obesity.
IADSA reports it is slowly succeeding in melting barriers to
international trade of dietary supplements by influencing the Codex
General Standard for Food Additives list set to affect the
regulatory practices of governments worldwide.
DSM's proprietary ingredient Fabuless, formulated in yoghurt,
stopped weight gain after weight loss, says a randomized,
placebo-controlled, double-blind trial.
Infant formula is getting increasingly more functional with
Nestlé's announcement this week that it is launching formula with
probiotic Bifidobacterium lactis, BIFIDUS BL, for the
United States.
Israeli ingredients powerhouse Frutarom has teamed up with Ilex
Medical with an exclusive agreement to apply technology that
unlocks the antioxidant benefits of Capsanthin to the nutrition
market.
Scientists in Spain are reporting development of a new process to
make cocoa powder with eight times the levels of some flavonoids
linked to chocolate's beneficial effects.
Daily supplements of the microalgae-derived supplement Immulina
boosted the immune system in healthy, young and elderly adults,
says a clinical study from Denmark.
PharmaNutrients is looking to take CLA into the heart health arena,
after obtaining the exclusive worldwide rights to the Kritchevsky
patent on reduction of atherosclerotic plaques.
Lonza is building the technological basis of its nutrition business
with the acquisition of assets from Canada's SAM Electron
Technologies, plus the license for innovative and ecological
vitamin K production technology.
The flora of South Africa is increasingly being studied as a source
of novel nutraceuticals, and Tulbaghia violacea (wild
garlic) may find a role in helping to lower blood pressure,
researchers told the 120th annual meeting of the...
Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) has reported a modest third quarter
increase in income, with a strong performance from its corn
processing segment boosting flagging profits in other divisions.
Israel-based LycoRed will launch its line of vitamin B12
formulations at this month's Vitafoods in Geneva, offering industry
an alternative source for the vitamin.
French botanicals supplier Naturex is acquiring Italian player HP
Botanicals - building on the strong base it has been establishing
in the European market in parallel to its American interests.
Israeli company Frutarom claims to be launching the first
formulation to targets both the symptoms and causes of incontinence
and an overactive bladder.
A protein-pectin combination could be effective for
encapsulating water-soluble ingredients like some vitamins for use
in acidic foods, Canadian scientists have reported.
The American Association of Cereal Chemists International (AACCI)
is meeting this week in Europe, where experts from the
international cereals and grains industry are discussing latest
developments in grain-based science and technology.
In a case that furthers the polemic surrounding regulatory
structure of the dietary industry, the American Herbal Products
Association (AHPA) has issued comments to the US Food & Drug
Administration (FDA) urging the agency to...
Astaxanthin, the carotenoid mostly associated with eye health,
stopped weight gain in mice fed a high-fat diet and offer an
interesting alternative to the blossoming weight management market
if results can be repeated in humans.
Epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) extracted from green tea may
inhibit the production of inflammatory molecules associated with
and joint damage in people with rheumatoid arthritis, scientists
have reported.
Awareness of lutein in Europe is growing year on year, according to
a new consumer survey that shows the potential of marketing to
expand the food supplements market in Europe.
New Zealand ingredients innovator Keratec says it has
received approval for its entire Functional Keratin products
derived from sheep's wool are suitable for use in products for the
halal market.
As part of its assurances that it will be tough on dietary
supplement manufacturers who market with false claims, the Federal
Trade Commission (FTC) has clamped down on a company that allegedly
hid assets to avert paying a full settlement.
Solae and Senomyx have entered into a collaborative agreement for
the development of new flavor ingredients intended to enhance the
taste characteristics of soy proteins.
Poly-Cell Technologies has signed a distribution agreement with
Toronto-based C.K. Foods to market and sell its proprietary barley
ingredients Barley Balance and Glucagel north of the border.
A 250 gram serving of "Golden" Potatoes, engineered to produce high
quantities of of the pro-vitamin A beta-carotene, could provide
half the recommended daily intake of vitamin A, suggests new
research.
The energy drink market has gotten further stimulus from club
crowds who mix these functional beverages with alcohol, according
to market researcher Mintel.
Collaboration between Spanish R&D company Genosa and Germany's
Aquanova has produced a nanoscale olive extract with soluble in
both water and fats, for use in healthy oils and supplements
worldwide.
Polyphenols, antioxidants linked to a long list of health benefits,
may not be so good for you when taken in larger doses found in
supplements and foritified foods, researchers have said.
A combination of different probiotics strains reduces the ability
of potentially pathogenic bacteria to colonise the gut more than
single strains, says new research that proposes industry should
look to expand research in this area.
Ireland has formally launched its marine functional foods research
programme, pledging to spend €5.2m towards becoming a leader in the
global market for foods with added health benefits.
Canada's Natural Health Products Directorate (NHPD) has issued new
ingredient monographs for Ashwagandha and revised ingredient
monographs for Blessed Thistle and 'Heal-All', as part of the
government's efforts...
Barry Callebaut is funding research aimed at discovering the
component in cocoa butter responsible for an observed improvement
in insulin sensitivity, with the ultimate aim of developing
chocolate products for diabetics.
A Spanish chondroitin sulfate manufacturer has weighed in on the
debate over the negative results of a meta-analysis recently
published in the Annals of Internal Medicine.
Marketing strategies - two words that incorporate everything from
pseudo scientific research to shock value advertising campaigns.
But shouldn't honesty be the best policy?
In a new claim to fame, CV Technologies announced that Canada's
sixth largest city, Edmonton, will stockpile Cold-fx for emergency
workers as part of a broad pandemic preparedness plan.
Strawberries with alcohol may lead to an increase in antioxidant
capacity, says new research from Thailand and the US that suggests
a daiquiris could be classed as a health drink.
The Irish Commercial Court has judged that the Yoplait Essence
brand does not infringe on Danone's Essensis trademark, and that
the French dairy giant's trademark should be revoked, as it is not
a genuine market brand.
A range of development projects, from functional dairy proteins to
cheddar cheese, will benefit from a multi-million euro investment
in Ireland's dairy industry, the country's government has
announced.
The results of the EU Childhood Obesity Programme indicate that
low-protein content in infant formula may have metabolic,
endocrinal and developmental benefits for babies - which may also
have an impact on obesity at a later age.
It comes as no surprise that a main theme of In-Cosmetics 2007 was 'Natural and Organic' ingredient alternatives. However, it was noticeable that many manufacturers were starting to diversify in this category - highlighting the benefits of Marine...
Oral supplements of lutein and zeaxanthin provided a four-fold
increase in protection from UV radiation-induced skin damage, says
a randomised, double-blind placebo-controlled, multi-centre study,
co-funded by Kemin Health.
According to the Center for Science and the Public Interest, the
Quaker Oats Company is dropping certain claims from its labeling,
underscoring the sensitive nature of health claims for the
functional food industry.
Cognis has reported strong sales and operating profits for full
year 2006 - results to which its wellness and sustainability focus
made significant contribution.
In the first of a new series of exclusive interviews, Professor Peter van Bladeren, Nestlé's director of science and research, tells Stephen Daniells how collaboration is key to innovation at the Nestlé Research Center.