Archives for November 14, 2006

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DSM completes CEP set

By  staff reporter

DSM Nutritional Products has been granted a certificate of suitability with the European Pharmacopoeia (CEP) for its vitamin B5, news that differentiates its vitamin range over competitors' since it is the only company to have all of its vitamin...

Scientists to probe B-vitamin osteoporosis link

By  Stephen Daniells

Researchers at the University of Ulster are recruiting women for a new study to see if B-vitamin supplements could reduce their risk of developing osteoporosis.

NSF sports cert program gives suppliers peace of mind

By  Clarisse Douaud

NSF International has certified a second manufacturing facility as part of its Good Manufacturing Practices for sport registration - a program designed to minimize the risk that sports nutrition products contain banned substances.

New sterol-fortified foods permitted in Australia

By  Dominique Patton

Cholesterol-lowering margarines are set to be joined by cholesterol-lowering milks, yoghurts and cereals as Australia and New Zealand's food authority finally approves the new categories.

Valio-Raisio announce nutrition research co-op

By  staff reporter

Finland's Valio and Raisio have announced the start of a new nutrition research co-operation, supporting the Finland 'nutrition cluster' and making the country a "forerunner in the development of healthy nutrition."

Lupin-enriched bread could boost satiety, reduce energy intake

By  Stephen Daniells

Bread enriched with lupin kernel flour at the expense of wheat flour reduced energy intake and increased the feeling of fullness, says new research from Australia that may have important implications for weight management.

Kerry to market calming bars with Essentra

By  Clarisse Douaud

Ingredient supplier NutraGenesis has announced an alliance with Kerry Foods to market its proprietary adaptogen product Essentra for use in functional foods, such as stress relief snack bars.

Cargill launches fiber fortification ingredient

By  staff reporter

Cargill has announced the launch of a proprietary ingredient system to increase fiber content and maintain crispiness, as the company expands its health-promoting solutions portfolio.