Many of the echinacea products currently available in retailers do
not contain what the labels claim, according to researchers who
report that some of those tested did not even contain the
botanical.
Dutch ingredients company CSM completes the acquisition of Carpro,
increasing its market penetration in North America. The acquisition
of Carpro - a US manufacturer of bakery supplies in the United
States - brings the H.C. Brill and...
Danish ingredients company Danisco announced this week that it is
use new production facilities in Denmark to produce Natamax - a
natural, biological preservative.
Nutraceutical company Baywood International last week said it cut
operating losses considerably during 2002, although a tough fourth
quarter meant it failed to break even.
NIH is funding a study to assess the safety and effectiveness of
the common herbal St John's wort, as a treatment for minor
depression, compared with the antidepressant citalopram.
Confirming findings of a recent study by Japanese researchers, the
WHO's cancer research agency also reported recently on the strong
evidence that eating fruits and vegetables could lower the risk of
cancer, particularly cancers...
New owners of the Vitafoods trade show have added two new areas -
the Finished Products Zone, and Vitacos, dedicated to the growing
cosmeceuticals market.
Lifeline BioTechnologies announced last week that it had sold its
subsidiary, Virtual Apothecary, as part of a new strategy to focus
on its products. The company is also looking for acquisitions.
An Ohio dairy is recalling 150 half gallons of one of its products
because it contains excessive levels of vitamin A and D that could
present a health risk.
How to tackle 'Generation Y', or the 'Net generation', and even
'tribal groups'? Such an array of segmentation, far from benefiting
marketers, is limiting their ability to consistently target the
youth...
Food ingredients giant Danisco invests further in Mexico, and
pectin, with the announcement this week that is to construct a DKK
40 million production plant for speciality pectin in Tecomán,
Mexico.
Drinking up to six alcoholic drinks each week could lower the risk
of dementia for people over 65 years old, according to research
published this week.
FDA speakers will discuss the proposed good manufacturing practices
with dietary supplement manufacturers at an industry forum prior to
SupplySide East.
Could enzymatic changes in complex carbohydrates improve the
nutrient content of food and animal feed? European researchers
suggests their findings will not only benefit processing
technologies but also improve the quality of a variety...
New York retailer Tai Chien is recalling a product marketed to help
hypertension, after finding that several of its ingredients are
prescription drugs, with potentially serious health risks to
consumers.
Research supporting the potent effects of curcumin, the substance
which gives curry a yellow colour, continues to mount up, with a
new study showing that it may also be able to prevent the onset of
alcoholic liver disease.
A US study which reviewed more than 250 dietary supplements
marketed for bodybuilders, found that only HMB and creatine
supplements have sufficient scientific evidence to show that their
use increases lean body mass and strength,...
Oasis Wellness Network has unveiled its latest anti-aging product,
said to be 'revolutionary' and able to dramatically affect the way
people view and experience aging.
Soy protein manufacturer Protient has started full-scale production
of its new non-GMO soy protein isolate. The ingredient is designed
for use in beverages and other functional foods.
Curcumin, found in the Indian spice turmeric, may be able to slow
down and stop the blood cancer multiple myeloma, suggest
researchers, confirming previous health effects linked to the
spice.
Confirming reports from the European Commission yesterday that the
European consumer is sceptical about food-related biotechnologies,
are the findings of a joint UK-US study into GE biscuits.
Researchers found European shoppers to...
Cargill Acidulants is to market Regenasure glucosamine
hydrochloride, a product for the dietary supplement industry that
does not use shellfish as its source.
The industry is facing increased pressure after last week's
coroner's report which found that an ephedra dietary supplement
contributed to the death of Baltimore Orioles' pitcher Steve
Bechler last month.
Calls for urgent action to treat obesity are again in the
headlines, following a new assessment that up to 1.7 billion people
worldwide could be overweight or obese.
High doses of three common vitamins - folic acid, B12 and B6 - may
be able to slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease, if the
early results of a pilot study are further confirmed.
California-based Hansen Natural today reported record sales, with
gross revenue rising by 15.8 per cent to $115.5 million for the
fiscal year 2002. It is also to launch a new Diet Red energy drink
in 8.3 oz slim cans.
Global sales of nutraceuticals are estimated to reach $74.7 billion
(€68.5bn) by 2007, growing at an average rate of 9.9 per cent
annually for the next five years, says a new report.
ZonePerfect Nutrition, which markets healthy convenience foods,
announced this week that its cereal bars are outselling Slim-Fast
Snack Bars at Target stores across the US.
Fish oil has been found to greatly reduce the symptoms of lupus
disease, offering hope to millions of sufferers with little
alternative to steroid treatment.
The Food Standards Authority of Australia and New Zealand confirms
that milk is safe and nutritious, despite arguments suggesting that
some types of milk can lead to diseases such as autism and
diabetes.
Vegetarians may have a significantly lower risk of mortality than
people who eat lots of meat, according to a study at the German
Cancer Research Centre.
A team of US and Norwegian investigators claim to have found for
the first time a link between nutrition, particularly of the
nutrient folate, and depression vulnerability.
Oilseed processor Central Soya has launched the second product in
its Alpha soy protein range. The new Alpha 5812 has increased
solubility and improved flavor for a wider range of applications.
Vitamin maker Rexall Sundown is to pay up to $12 million to resolve
Federal Trade Commission charges regarding its marketing of the
dietary supplement 'Cellasene', a purported treatment for
cellulite.
As scientists warn the western world about the health implications
of eating too much sugar, food manufacturers and food/beverage
processors are reconsidering the additives they use in their
products and what alterations need to be...
New legislation to tighten the 'origin of labelling' for food
products in the US continues to incite reactions with a coalition
of consumer and agricultural organisations this week claiming that
the United States Department...
A supplement company has questioned the FDA's recent proposals to
further regulate dietary supplements, suggesting that the agency
should concentrate on the pharmaceuticals industry rather than the
'relatively safe'...
