Archives for April 14, 2008

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DNP says sales grow as customers expand

By  Lorraine Heller

Ingredient supplier DNP International has said it has seen strong first quarter profit growth, which it claims has been achieved without profiting from unnecessary price increases for customers.

Green tea for sports nutrition?

By  Stephen Daniells

Antioxidant-rich green tea may counter the effects of resistance exercise by reducing the detrimental effects of oxidative stress, suggests a small trial from Brazil.

Sabinsa's coconut ingredient gets patent protection

By  Lorraine Heller

Ingredient firm Sabinsa has been granted a US patent for its branded coconut ingredient, which the firm says can be used in functional foods, dietary supplements and cosmetics to support healthy cell growth.

Iranex sees synergy in Bio Serae purchase

By  Shane Starling

Gallic supplier, the Iranex Group, has acquired fellow French natural extracts specialist Bio Serae Laboratories as part of a strategic drive into the health and wellness sector.

UK agency issues fortified foods guidance

By  Shane Starling

The UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued guidance to assist companies understand European Union rules regarding the addition of vitamins and minerals to foods.

No need to ban DHA and ARA, says Martek

By  Shane Starling

Martek Biosciences Corporation has described accusations that its widely used DHA and ARA ingredients should be banned from US organic products because they are hexane-extracted as "absolutely false".