PureCircle receives new patents for stevia production methods
PureCircle has announced that it has been granted three new patents by the US Patent and Trademark Office for the methods it uses to produce its stevia-derived sweetener ingredients.
Archives for December 9, 2010
Cheese whey may protect against IBD: Study
Cheese whey protein may help to reduce genetic markers and symptoms associated with inflammatory bowel disease, according to a new study in rats.
PepsiCo ups investment in coconut water firm to majority stake
PepsiCo has increased its investment in coconut water company O.N.E. despite supply issues that have affected the market in 2010.
Study suggests ‘optimal’ vitamin D levels to avoid frailty
Maintaining adequate levels of vitamin D levels in the elderly may be ‘clinically important’ to reduce the risk of frailty, suggest new findings.
Prebiotic wheat bran extract gets FDA GRAS no objection
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a letter of no objection for the wheat bran extract Brana Vita, giving manufacturers a new prebiotic for a range of food and beverage products.