Food supplements proving recession-proof
The ongoing slide of global capitalism is decimating industries, but the food supplements industry is not one of them as fraught consumers turn to its potential low-cost, anti-medical, wellness promise.
Archives for April 13, 2009
Omega-3 salts: ONC explores solid, powdered fish oil
Powdered omega-3 salts may soon be offering supplement makers an alternative to the traditional liquid fish oil, according to new research from Ocean Nutrition Canada (ONC).
Omega-3 linked to lower levels of inflammation
Increased blood levels of the omega-3 fatty acids DHA and EPA are associated with lower levels of a marker of inflammation linked to heart disease, says a new study from Australia.
Pepsi sues Coke over Gatorade sledging campaign
The two biggest beverage companies in the world are set for a court battle after Pepsi lodged a court suit against Coca-Cola over a comparative advertising campaign that showed Pepsi’s Gatorade sports drink in poor light next to Coke’s Powerade ION4.
Nestle invests in brain health and immunity for kids
Nestle USA has launched two fortified juice drinks for children, which it says are amongst the few products specifically targeting brain and immune development in the under five age group.