Chilli extract may stop fat cell growth
Capsaicin, the compound that gives red pepper its heat, could inhibit the growth of fat cells, says a new laboratory study.
Archives for March 1, 2007
Oats and soya drive healthy non-dairy market in Nordic countries
The Nordic region is a hotbed of development for dairy alternatives using healthy ingredients like oats and soya, says Organic Monitor, and marketers are responding to consumer health awareness by repositioning products as functional foods.
BioSerae investigates NeOpuntia for food uses
BioSerae is researching the use of its cactus-derived lipophilic fibre NeOpuntia in food matrices, and has received interest from food companies that are also keen to explore its potential outside of supplements.
Gaia Herbs/Aboca USA reinforce vertical model with distribution deal
The line between ingredient supplier and formulator has been blurred in the distribution agreement between Gaia Herbs and Aboca USA (a subsidiary of Italian Aboca Spa) – who claim the new deal will make them the world's largest collective offering of...
Best Formulations joins veggie softgel supply
California-based Best Formulations is the latest company to step up to the plate and announce the development of a non-animal sourced softgel, Vgel - signaling consumer demand is undeniably gearing towards vegetarian versions of traditional gelatin...