Resveratrol and pterostilbene may offer immune function benefits: Study
Compounds from red grapes and blueberries could help to enhance immune functions by working in synergy with vitamin D, according to new research.
Archives for September 24, 2013
Supplement industry applauds F&S economic report, urges additional action
The supplement industry largely commended Monday’s Council for Responsible Nutrition-commissioned report that found that dietary supplements could save billions of dollars in health care costs, while also urging political leaders and health care...
FDA sends warning letter for DMAA-containing product, GMP violations
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning letter to Oklahoma City-based Pure Energy Products, Inc. for products containing controversial compound DMAA.
New algae omega 3s player Qualitas goes head to head with krill
When Qualitas Health debuts its EPA algal oil at Supply Side West in November it says it believes it will be the only algal omega-3s source based on polar lipids on the market. And to demonstrate the ingredient’s effectiveness, the company has released...
Warning letter lawsuit highlights shared responsibility for bringing compliant products to market
A recent lawsuit filed in California points out some of the issues concerning who’s responsible for product claims as a product makes it way to market. Everyone in the chain shares some of the burden for making sure claims are backed up, experts say.
‘Important’ study: Vitamin K shows benefits for memory
Increased blood levels of vitamin K1 are associated with improved episodic memory in healthy older adults, says a new study that provides support for vitamin K and brain health.
FDA permits qualified health claim about whole grains and type 2 diabetes, but is the wording so qualified no one will use it?
The FDA says it will permit qualified health claims on the relationship between eating whole grains and a reduced risk of type 2 diabetes, but is the wording it has proposed so qualified that no food manufacturer will want to use it?