Archives for November 25, 2004

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Pharming to seek GRAS for lactoferrin

Dutch pharmaceutical group Pharming this week announced that it will be seeking GRAS status for its recombinant human lactoferrin (rhLF).

Low GI diet may help keep weight off

Low-glycaemic load diets may have a lesser effect on lowering metabolism than low-fat diets, making dieters feel less tired, cold and hungry and more likely to stick to the regime long-term, suggests a new study.

Health benefits of red tea boosts sales

While green tea has been getting its name around the block, red tea has taken a little longer to become a household name, but its sales are said to be soaring on the back of its purported health benefits.

Lactoferrin could help in osteoporosis fight

Taking supplements of lactoferrin or a drink enriched with the milk protein may help to prevent osteoporosis in those at risk, say researchers from New Zealand, revealing for the first time that the compound has powerful bone-building properties.

R&D focus for Avebe as new centre unveiled

Competing with cheaper corn and wheat alternatives, potato starch firm Avebe unveils a new research and development centre to bring the Dutch company closer to its customer needs.