Archives for April 1, 2009

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Regulation and health claims for functional foods

By Lorraine Heller

Functional foods in the US are not legally defined as a distinct category, which has generated a confusing regulatory framework. In this article, NutraIngredients-USA.com provides a break-down of the health claims that can be used on the products.

ODS should clarify supplements ‘controversy and confusion’

By Shane Starling

The US Office for Dietary Supplements (ODS) has been urged by CRN to use its “unique position” to better disseminate data that can to some degree ease mis-information that on occasion blights the dietary supplements industry.

B vitamins may offer migraine relief

By Stephen Daniells

Supplements of vitamins B6 and B12, and folic acid may reduce the frequency, severity and disability of migraines, according to new research from Australia.

Martek joins pregnancy group to promote DHA omega-3

By Lorraine Heller

Omega-3 supplier Martek Biosciences has teamed up with a leading US pregnancy and infant health organization to educate consumers about the importance of DHA for infant development.