Nano trojan horse delivers antioxidant benefits
Australian researchers have designed a nanoparticle one thousandth the width of a human hair, which they say has demonstrated potential to protect antioxidants from destruction in the gut.
Archives for August 28, 2008
Amla sticks give consumers antioxidant punch
Avesthagen is targeting its Indian gooseberry ingredient directly to the consumer market, with a water soluble powder designed to be added directly to drinks.
Neptune buoyed by yearly results
Quebec-based Neptune Technologies & Bioressources has recorded it sixth successive year of revenue growth as its krill ingredients draw greater consumer and business acceptance and its joint ventures prosper.
Calls for more stevia safety tests threaten market launches
The safety of stevia has been called into question again after scientists at the University of California said further tests were needed on potential cancer causing properties before the sweetener is used in food and drink.