The fast food restaurant chain KFC has promised not to make
unsupported health claims as part of a settlement with US
regulators over adverts suggesting that fried chicken can be a
healthy choice for dieters.
A New York senator is attempting to push through legislation
requiring new labeling on all dietary supplements sold or offered
for sale in the state, writes Philippa Nuttall.
Australian scientists say that adding soy to low-fat dairy foods
may offer consumers some of soy's health benefits without the
strong taste that many find unappealing.
Mothers taking probiotic supplements appear to have higher levels
of an anti-inflammatory molecule in their breast milk, which could
offer their babies better protection against allergy and other
diseases, according to new findings.
High-dose vitamin C supplementation over an eight-month period
appeared to make osteoarthritis worse in guinea pigs, report the
authors of a new study.
Publication of a new study supporting the long-term safety of
conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) is likely to fuel new product
introductions in Europe and could also help support a health claim
for its effects on body fat.
Tough new EU labelling and traceability rules for GM products
should make it easier for food ingredients which are guaranteed
GM-free to grow sales - at least according to the only US
manufacturer of non-GM dextrose.
French scientists say they have discovered how polyunsaturated
fatty acids like omega-3 fats work to protect against certain
neurological disorders, such as epilepsy, depression and strokes.
Florida-based nutritional supplements company Bio-One has signed an
agreement to acquire a majority share in a Chinese herbal medicine
company in the Guangzhou Province.
Insulin, the hormone that allows cells to absorb glucose from the
blood stream, is a direct player in the aging process, according to
new research from a US-based team, which backs the evidence showing
that reducing calories results...
The leading supplier of fatty acids Bioriginal is launching a new
range of bakery mixes for retail bakers wanting to produce low carb
alternatives of popular bread-based foods.
Dutch chemicals firm DSM has opened a €12 million food research and
product development centre, which is expected to speed up the time
it takes for a new product to reach the market and boost creativity
in food ingredient design.
Taking supplements of chromium picolinate could help people with
depression manage some of the symptoms, including mood swings,
carbohydrate cravings, weight gain, and lethargy, suggests new
research.
Antioxidants found in oats can significantly reduce blood
cholesterol levels by suppressing the adhesive molecules which make
blood cells stick to artery walls, report scientists from the US
this week - evidence of the cholesterol-busting...
San Diego-based Alpha Nutraceuticals has bought the business and
assets of Californian supplement maker Avidia Nutritional Group,
boosting its manufacturing capacity to allow for expansion.
Scientists have discovered a protein that controls the amount of
fat stored in the body, offering potential new clues for obesity
treatments - welcome news as the world's health leaders agree to do
more to tackle the growing...
An upcoming conference on the enzyme superoxide dismutase looks set
to provoke a face-off between leading researchers on the role of
antioxidants in disease.
Dr Pepper/Seven Up (DPSU), the Texas-based drinks division of
Cadbury Schweppes, today announced plans to introduce 7 Up Plus,
said to be the first carbonated beverage to be fortified with
calcium, vitamin C and fruit juice.
The UK's number one supermarket is introducing new food labels that
rank a product according to its position on the glycemic index, a
system that measures the effects of food on blood sugar levels.
A Tufts University team has discovered that compounds in oats
hinder the ability of cholesterol to stick to artery walls, thereby
preventing the build-up of plaques that block arteries and endanger
heart health.
The French food authority AFSSA has approved a health claim for
cranberry juice and powder and its effect on urinary tract health,
in the world's first health claim for the fruit, writes Philippa
Nuttall.
Multivitamins containing folic acid appear to be more effective at
preventing neural tube defects than high dose folic acid
supplements, suggests a new review, attempting to resolve the
debate over how women should consume the essential...
Yo-yo dieting, when a person repeatedly loses and regains weight,
may have a lasting negative impact on immune function, according to
new findings by US researchers.
Small daily doses of flavonoid-rich dark chocolate eaten over a
two-week period significantly improved blood vessel function,
report US researchers this week, without increasing blood
cholesterol levels.
Canadian biotech SemBioSys Genetics is to develop safflower oils
rich in the omega-6 fatty acid GLA under a new agreement with
agricultural products company Arcadia Biosciences, the company
announced on Friday.
Small daily doses of flavonoid-rich dark chocolate eaten over a
two-week period significantly improved blood vessel function,
report US researchers this week, without increasing blood
cholesterol levels.
Foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids are now permitted to display a
nutrient content claim after a the Food and Drug Administration
(FDA) made no objections to a petition filed earlier this year,
writes Wai Lang Chu.
Israeli flavours group Frutarom has signed a letter of intent to
buy the European fruit preparations business of US-based
International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF), a move which will
significantly boost Frutarom's pretensions...
Probiotic bacteria appear to tackle the HIV virus and may even stop
it from being transferred from a mother to her children, said
researchers at the American Society for Microbiology general
meeting this week.
Makers of the leading multivtamin brand Centrum is launching a new
variant targeting people on a low-carb diet, who may be cutting
their intake of key vitamins and minerals as they avoid breads,
pasta and starchy vegetables.
A patent on phosphatidylserine's ability to improve muscle recovery
is set to open up new applications for the ingredient and could
help sports nutrition manufacturers rejuvenate slowing sales
growth.
The highly purified green tea extract Teavigo has been shown to
significantly inhibit the process that promotes fat cell formation
in mice, and may help prevent overweight in people, says
manufacturer DSM Nutritional Products.
More than one third of US adults use complementary and alternative
medicine, according to a new nationwide government survey, with
almost 20 per cent of these taking natural products, such as herbs
or other botanicals.
Taking chondroitin sulphate supplements over short periods
significantly relieved pain and improved mobility in patients with
knee osteoarthritis, according to researchers.
Plant extract suppliers are developing new technologies to
sterilise herbs to help customers avoid increasing scrutiny of
solvent use and meet higher demands for product quality.
Pregnant women with asthma who eat oily fish, such as salmon or
trout, may help protect their children against developing asthma,
according to a study presented at the American Thoracic Society International Conference in
Orlando...
Scientists in the US have isolated the compound primarily
responsible for the associated health benefits of red wine and have
discovered its function in the prevention of cancer.
Sales of weight loss products made by California firm Naturade
during the first quarter were hit by a labor strike at stores in
the mass market channel, reported the company this week. Margins
also declined as it increased its range...
Dairy ingredients giant Fonterra says a new joint venture, set up
to search for novel health ingredients in milk, has already
identified a number of bioactives, currently waiting for patents.
