Archives for February 5, 2004

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Trade groups campaign for further changes to GMPs

Industry associations have jointly recommended a number of further changes to the FDA's proposed current good manufacturing practices (cGMP), which they say would make it a more 'reasonable' assessment of product quality.

New heart-health advice stresses role of diet

New guidelines to preventing heart disease in women, issued by the American Heart Association yesterday, recommend increasing intake of omega-3 fatty acids and taking folic acid supplements.

Low carb round up

The roll out of low carbohydrate food products continues in the US with a chain of travel 'pitstops' and two ice cream manufacturers announcing new lines this week.

GRAS for Danish ingredient

Danish ingredients company Danisco has received GRAS status for its betaine product used in heart-healthy supplements, opening up new market opportunities for the methyl donor and osmolyte.