Folate may reduce pre-menopausal breast cancer risk: Study
Increased intakes of folate may reduce the risk of breast cancer, but the benefits appear linked to a woman’s menopausal state, suggests a new study.
Archives for July 10, 2011
Canola protein hits big time as Century seals deal with BioExx
A new range of foods and supplements based on canola protein is being developed by Hormel Foods’ Century Foods International division following a deal with protein specialist BioExx.
Big interview: Daniel Fabricant, Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
FDA on NDI guidance: This is ‘not a doomsday scenario’ for supplements trade
The trade can rail against the Food and Drug Administration's new dietary ingredient (NDI) guidance as much as it likes, but it cannot honestly pretend to be shocked or even surprised by it, according to the man in charge of the FDA’s dietary supplements...
General Mills looks 'beyond calcium and vitamin D' for bone health
General Mills is looking for new ingredients or technologies “beyond the known impact of calcium and vitamin D” to boost the bone formation process in cultured dairy foods.
CoQ10 patent dispute goes to ITC
Japan’s Kaneka Corporation has filed a complaint with the US International Trade Commission (ITC) over alleged patent infringements by seven other suppliers.