Epicor scoops science excellence award
Embria Health Sciences’ Epicor has received the SupplySide West 2010 Scientific Excellence Award, the first time the award has been granted to an immune health ingredient.
Archives for October 6, 2010
Cyclodextrins may reduce bitter ginseng flavours: Study
The addition of cyclodextrins to ginseng-containing beverages could reduce the bitter flavours associated with the functional ingredient, according to new research.
Herbal supplements may help reduce anxiety
Herbal supplements such as passionflower and kava have good evidence to suggest their effects in reducing anxiety, according to a new review.
Fortitech expands in South America
Fortitech South America has announced plans to double its facility in Campinas, Brazil as the company responds to increasing demand for fortified foods and beverages in South America.
RCT support for Ajinomoto’s weight management ingredient
Daily supplements of capsinoids - non-pungent compounds in sweet pepper – may boost weight loss by promoting energy use after a meal, suggests a new study from UCLA.
FTC complaint may influence other POM Wonderful legal actions
Pomegranate leader POM Wonderful and Pepsi-owned Tropicana – locked in a legal battle over juice claims – have been asked to submit comments about the complaint lodged against POM by the Federal Trade Commission last month.