EC applauds food industry efforts against obesity
European food makers have welcomed the EC's efforts to recognise companies that have made commitments to combat obesity.
Archives for November 10, 2006
Carotenoid supplements linked to improved AIDS survival
A daily high-dose carotenoid supplement restored carotenoid levels and reduced "overall mortality" of AIDS patients, a group at risk of low serum carotenoid concentrations said to be predictor of death, according to new research from Canada.
Soy functional yoghurts may help diabetes control
Soy and fruit-enriched yogurts could find an important role in the management of type-2 diabetes and high blood pressure, says new research from the US.
NZ venture seeks microencapsulation licensees
A New Zealand joint venture is seeking European and US licensees to its omega-3 microencapsulation technology, which it says allows higher loads of the fish oils to be used in functional foods than has previously been possible.