Low carbs not equal to low energy
Energy bars with low or moderate levels of carbohydrates may not help dieters lose weight as they promise to do, as overall energy contents are similar to that of higher carbohydrate bars, reports a US study.
Archives for March 26, 2003
Melatonin may reduce stroke damage
Researchers in Hong Kong report that the hormone melatonin, more commonly used to reduce the effects of jetlag, could protect the brain from the effects of stroke.
ADM reorganises speciality ingredients operations
US-based ADM Specialty Ingredients is restructuring its sales and marketing organisation "to better serve customer needs for comprehensive and innovative food ingredients".
Sprinkles prove effective in controlling anemia
An easy-to-use iron supplement, made by food giant Heinz, has significantly reduced cases of anemia in children, according to the company.
Kraft powder up for sale?
US food company Kraft Foods has put its powdered soft drink concentrate plant in Hyderabad, India up for sale, reports the Indian paper Financial Express.
New vitamins for skincare products
Vitamins are increasingly recognised for their role in skin health, according to experts who this week highlighted the new research showing the benefits of vitamin K and niacin.
PanGeo buys Canadian vitamin business
Canada's PanGeo Pharma group has acquired the Quest Consumer Health Care business of Boehringer Ingelheim (Canada) for approximately C$14 million (€10m).