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A review of Human Growth Hormone (HGH) supplements, widely touted on the Internet to decrease the effects of aging, finds they generally have little evidence to back up their claims and urges consumers to be wary of false claims.
Canadian sterols maker Forbes Medi-Tech has begun work to expand manufacturing of phytosterols at its facility in Pasadena, Texas.
Moving deeper into speciality ingredients US company MGP Ingredients has earmarked $1.7 million to expand its line of textured wheat proteins and wheat protein- and starch-based resins. The investment comes on the back of strong first quarter results...
DSM Food Specialties is hoping to test its new recovery drink on a team of racing drivers next summer. The trial could lead to a more long-term involvement with the sport and raise awareness of the finished product, said the Dutch company.
Researchers at Queen's University in Canada have been awarded $8 million to study the efficacy and safety of the plant extract quercetin, saw palmetto, and the bark of African pygeum tree as therapies for prostate and bladder diseases.