Danisco to be acquired by DuPont
Danisco is to be snapped up by DuPont for $6.3bn, in a deal Dupont says could create a global leader in industrial biotech – and help drive science-based solutions to the world’s food and fuel challenges.
Archives for January 10, 2011
Half of American adults continue to take supplements: Survey
Use of dietary supplements in the US has risen slightly, with about 50 percent of Americans reporting supplement use, according to a survey of 20,000 people.
Cyanotech announces self-affirmed GRAS for antioxidant astaxanthin
Hawaii-based Cyanotech has announced self-affirmed Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) status for use in food and beverage applications status for its product BioAstin Natural Astaxanthin.
Tomato compound may reduce blood lipid levels: Study
A nutrient which could help tackle the onset of vascular diseases by reducing blood lipid levels has been identified in tomatoes, according to a team of Japanese researchers.
Magnesium supplements may reduce diabetes risk: Study
Supplements of magnesium may improve sensitivity to insulin and help reduce the risk of diabetes in overweight people, suggest new findings from German scientists.