Dairy sector focuses on UK functional growth
The success of soy drinks shows that the UK functional drinks market is highly lucrative something that the dairy industry must take full advantage of, says Organic Monitor.
Archives for March 20, 2006
AOAC call for ingredient priority for validated test methods
The AOAC Task Force on Dietary Supplements has issued a call for industry, government or academia to prioritize ingredients that need validated methods.
Soy products pose no threat for infants, experts say
Scientific evidence says that consumption of soy from the diet or as supplements should not cause alarm despite negative reports about risks, a view that has been supported by a major US industry group.
Fruit and veg may cut adult asthma risk
A diet rich in vegetables such as tomatoes, carrots and leafy vegetables, could cut the risk of adult asthma by about 20 per cent, says new research.
ONC aims high-DHA Meg-3 at young mothers
Ocean Nutrition Canada (ONC) is launching a new version of Meg-3 with an higher ratio of DHA:EPA that will help companies develop products for young mothers concerned about infant nutrition.
Inventory groups nanotech supplement launches
The Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars has taken its research into nanotechnology for consumer products a stage further, by launching a database of the most recent launches on the market.
Keratec unveils synergistic skin health ingredients
Keratec is introducing a new duo of skin health ingredients - one topical, one oral - which could help traditional supplement companies move into skin care, and cosmetics companies cross over into supplements.
M&S embraces Danisco's HOWARU probiotic
Danisco's HOWARU Bifido probiotic is to be included in all Marks and Spencer's yoghurt and dairy products - an announcement coinciding with the Danish company's latest results that show cultures are a major growth driver.