Functional confectionery niche continues to grow, says Naturex
The functional confectionery market remains niche but is growing rapidly as candy makers look for new ways to differentiate their products, according to ingredients firm Naturex.
Archives for July 18, 2013
Omega-3 levels for healthy school children 'well below the minimum recommended for good cardiovascular health in adults'
Omega-3 levels linked to cognition and behavior in schoolchildren: Oxford University study
Blood levels of DHA and other omega-3s are directly related to measures of cognition and behavior in schoolchildren with below average reading ability, says a new study from the UK.
Coca-Cola on Vitaminwater lawsuit ruling: 'The plaintiffs' claims are without merit and will ultimately be rejected'
Coca-Cola says it is confident it will prevail in a deceptive marketing lawsuit filed more than four years ago alleging it misled consumers by promoting Vitaminwater as a healthy ‘nutrient-enhanced water beverage’.
NPA backs GMO labeling bill, AHPA proposes 'voluntary disclosure of absence' approach
Two leading trade associations representing the natural products and dietary supplements sectors have clarified their stance on GMO labeling this week, with the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) favoring voluntary disclosure of the absence of...