CoQ10 market set to soar, predicts supplier ZMC
A surge in demand for the antioxidant CoQ10 has prompted ingredient supplier ZMC to predict double-digit growth in the market this year.
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Probiotics, friend or foe?
The headlines are sensationalist: twenty-four people have died in a probiotic trial. Therefore, probiotics may be fatal. Throw those yoghurt shots away!
Dutch food agency says probiotics are safe
The Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (VWA) has said there is no danger in taking probiotic dairy drink - but is planning to release details on possible consequence of the bacteria on vulnerable groups.
Hydrocolloids' health benefits extended
Hydrocolloid ingredients commonly used as gelling agents, emulsifiers and stabilizers may also have benefits for diabetics, suggests new research from the Dow Chemical Company.
NutraCea to build first wheat bran plant
NutraCea is entering into an alliance to construct a new flour mill in Indonesia that will incorporate the firm's new stabilized wheat bran technology.