Archives for September 14, 2003

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Lily extract shrinks pancreas, stomach tumors

A plant extract has been found to inhibit tumor growth in laboratory tests. It could be used to target some of the cancers that are currently most difficult to treat, suggests the research.

Metagenics unveils new gut health supplement

California-based Metagenics has introduced Zinlori 75 onto the market, a natural dietary supplement containing Lonza's PepZin GI ingredient, designed to enhance the health and function of the digestive tract.

Mannatech feeds antioxidant demand

Supplement maker Mannatech is launching a new antioxidant product, said to be more potent than other products, owing to its patent-pending blend of water- and fat-soluble antioxidants.

Cerestar pushes organic

Recently passed into the hands of US agribusiness Cargill, French starch derivatives company Cerestar answers rising market demand for organic ingredients with a new grade of organic glucose syrup.

Emmi on track

After a year of acquisitions and the launch of numerous innovative products, Swiss dairy group Emmi is well on track to meet its growth targets for 2003.