Archives for March 5, 2009

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Sabinsa gains new patents for GarCitrin

By staff reporter

Sabinsa has been awarded a new patents for its combination of hydroxycitric acid (HLA) and garcinol, which is aimed at the weight loss market.

Study supports beta-carotene concerns for smokers

By Stephen Daniells

Long-term supplementation with beta-carotene may increase a smoker’s risk of lung cancer says a new population-based study from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Snack Size Science: The ABC - and D - of common cold control

By Stephen Daniells

NutraIngredient’s Snack Size Science brings you the week's top science. This week we look at the potential of vitamin D to prime the immune system and offer protection against colds and the flu: A ray of scientific sunshine on a dark winter day.

Dispatches from Expo West

Expo West in a tight economy

By Lorraine Heller

The economic climate is not slowing activity in the natural and organic marketplace, but manufacturers and suppliers will likely be looking for new ways to build business relationships, claim the organizers of one of the industry’s largest trade shows...

Natural antioxidant targets flavor and odor-sensitive foods

By Caroline Scott-Thomas

Kalsec has expanded its natural antioxidant range with what it claims is a near-tasteless and odorless rosemary extract designed to target new applications including edible and frying oils, baked goods and snacks.

Dispatches from Expo West

Approaching Expo West

As the doors open today on Expo West, the year’s major trade show for the natural, organic and functional food industries, Shane Starling shares his thoughts on what he expects to find – from 36,000 feet in the air.