Archives for August 12, 2008

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Omega-3 again linked to healthier eyes

By Stephen Daniells

Eating one portion of omega-3 fatty acid-rich fish per week may reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration by over 50 per cent, suggests a new study.

ChromaDex reports Q2 loss, expansion plans continue

By Lorraine Heller

ChromaDex, which develops analytical standards for nutraceutical ingredients, has recorded a second quarter loss, but the firm maintains that the period was important for the developments it has made in order to expand its business.

Survey supports raspberry’s rise as ingredient

By staff reporter

Smoothies, desserts, and yoghurts are benefiting from growing consumer awareness of health benefits of raspberries in North America, according to a new consumer survey.

Fiber is most sought info on nutrition labels, USDA

By Lorraine Heller

Dietary fiber information is the only labeling component to have seen an increase in use by US consumers, suggesting growing interest in the ingredient’s health benefits, reveals a new report by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA).