Archives for May 25, 2006

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ZeaVision to source zeaxanthin from Kalsec

By  Jess Halliday

ZeaVision is planning to support the latest licensee of its zeaxanthin patent, fulfilling some of its requirements for its EyePromise supplement line from Kalsec.

Cyanotech hoping to ride BioAstin wave

By  Clarisse Douaud

Annual sales at Cyanotech dropped by three percent, as a 27 percent hike in fourth quarter sales was not enough to offset issues that beset the Hawaiian microalgae producer in the second and third quarters.

Blueberries could stop liver cancer growth

By  Stephen Daniells

US scientists report that blueberry extracts inhibited the growth of liver cancer cells in the lab, potentially adding to the growing list of health benefits for the 'superfood'.

National Starch pinpoints projects for health innovation

By  Lorraine Heller

Cleaner labels, health claims and satiety are amongst the projects in the pipeline at ingredients giant National Starch Food Innovation, which will be looking for food firms to partner with in its quest to bring new products to market.

Biohit seeks partners for cysteine gut health products

By B yJess Halliday

Biohit Oyj, the Finnish company behind a cysteine chewing gum unveiled this week that could help reduce the risk of oral cancer in smokers and drinkers, is looking for partners to help realise the full potential of its technology in the supplements...