Archives for May 10, 2004

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Cabbage to fight cancer?

Chemicals produced by some vegetables when they are chopped, chewed or otherwise processed could kill colon cancer cells - new evidence that diet could play an important role in fighting - and indeed preventing - the disease.

BI Nutraceuticals sets up operations in China

California-based supplement ingredient supplier BI Nutraceuticals will be one of the first foreign botanical and extracts suppliers to set up offices in China, an emerging market that offers both strong ingredient sources and a fast-growing new...

Hain Celestial's profits fall

Organic food company, Hain Celestial Group, has reported a drop in net income for its third quarter following higher costs and spending associated with the launch of CarbFit, a low-carbohydrate product. A new five-year credit facility, and price...

Cognis to petition for QHC by the FDA

The health claim that lutein esters reduce the risk of major eye diseases such as age related macular degeneration (AMD) and cataracts is to be petitioned for a qualified health claim (QHC) by Cognis, makers of Xangold Natural Lutein Esters.

High protein hemp powder enters the market

Hemp food producer Manitoba Harvest has designed a new hemp protein powder - used in sports nutrition applications - targetted at consumers that are supplementing their diets with protein.