Vitamin D, calcium's colon benefits pinpointed?
Epidemiological studies supporting vitamin D and calcium for protection against colorectal cancer may be biochemically and biologically plausible, suggests new research.
Archives for April 13, 2008
Ephedra recall backed by industry
Last week's recall of nine dietary supplement products containing ephedra has again put the spotlight on the banned ingredient, and the importance of keeping it off the market.
Kraft chooses Probi for North American probiotic push
Kraft Foods is throwing its weight behind the booming North American probiotic market by signing a deal with a Scandinavian probiotics specialist that will see the food giant expand its digestive health range of foods called LiveActive.
Cola copy-catting may foil Red Bull
Red Bull GmbH's recent move into the cola market is unlikely to mimic the success of their pioneering energy drink, according to an industry analyst.
Friesland finding whey to infant nutrition
Friesland Foods Domo has recognised the lucrative nature of the infant nutrition market by boosting production capacity of specialised whey proteins.
Canola protein shows anti-diabetes potential
Substituting milk proteins for proteins from rapeseed (canola) could delay the onset of insulin resistance and protect against diabetes, suggests a new study with rats.