Archives for April 12, 2006

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MM2 Group makes next nutraceutical acquision

By  staff reporter

Financial consultancy MM2 Group is making its second acquisition in the nutraceutical area in four months, of New York-based supplements developer and distributor Genotec Nutraceuticals.

Food products: new uses for traditional ingredients

By  Anthony Fletcher

A number of new products are targeted to bring an unusual end to this year's month of fasting - from 'ancient' chocolate to beetroot-flavoured coffee and vinegar-based alcoholic drinks.

Blueberries show promise in protecting heart

By  Stephen Daniells

Blueberries could strengthen blood vessels against oxidative stress that may lead to heart disease, says new research - news that could boost already impressive sales.

Dioxins prompt second UK fish oil withdrawal

By  Jess Halliday

Boots has become the second UK company to withdraw fish oil supplements from the market due to excessive dioxin levels in less than a month, but companies and the authorities reassure consumers that the products pose no threat to their health.

Proctor and Gamble launches new fiber supplement

By  Stephen Daniells

Proctor and Gamble has launched an all-natural fiber supplement called Fibersure, that can be used in a wide variety of cooking methods and might help make up the shortfall in fiber intake amongst Americans.

Reuteri enters France with latest BioGaia deal

By  staff reporter

Swedish company BioGaia has announced the latest in a string of deals for its Reuteri probiotic, this time with a distribution agreement with Laboratoire Physcience in France and Belgium.