Archives for July 16, 2003

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Rise in EU flavour sales for Sensient

Sensient Technologies Corporation, US manufacturer of colours, flavours and fragrances, reports boost in second quarter revenue, up 9.3 per cent for same period last year. Revenue reached $261.9 million (€233.6m) in the second quarter ended 30 June...

Herbals to slow effects of aging?

Consumers will increasingly look to botanicals in an attempt to slow down the effects of aging, claims the herbal trade, which is organising a new seminar to educate healthcare practitioners on the role they can play.

Northland hit by low juice sales

Cranberry juice maker Northland Cranberries today reported a large drop in net income for the third quarter to $1.235 million, compared to $1.9 million for the previous year's period.

Magnolia extract beats tumor growth

Chemicals in the seeds of magnolia trees have been found to inhibit the growth of new blood vessels, cutting tumor growth in mice by half, according to a new study.

Vitamin C trial backs heart protective effects

Women who take vitamin C supplements may have a lower risk of developing coronary heart disease than women with low intakes of vitamin C, according to a new study. But researchers are still calling for more trials before making recommendations.

Expanded status for Kemin's lutein

Kemin Foods has earned expanded GRAS status for increased amounts of its lutein in the current GRAS food categories and for use as an ingredient in new foods such as bottled water, chewing gum and salad dressings.