Sesame oil reduces TAG, but not cholesterol: Review
Sesame significantly reduces triacylglycerol (TAG) levels, but does not affect cholesterol, according to a review.
Archives for January 18, 2016
EFSA uncorks EU market for DSM’s synthetic trans-resveratrol
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has said synthetic trans-resveratrol is safe for use in supplements following a novel food application from multinational DSM.
Article that equates supplement industry with Big Tobacco called 'reckless' by former state AG
An article in a scientific journal that equates the dietary supplement industry’s interaction with regulators to that of the tobacco industry has been called “scurrilous” and “reckless” by industry observers.
Bone health benefits of botanical extracts linked to genetic pathways
Extracts from pomegranate, grape seed, licorice, and quercetin may affect bone health by modulating gene expression relating to bone breakdown and formation.
Delivery matrix may influence anti-inflammatory effects of probiotics, says study
Consuming a yogurt with Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis BB-12 added after fermentation could boost the anti-inflammatory actions of the strain, says a new study.
Using efficacious dosages founding principle for new supplement line
Supplement company Specialty Nutrition Group is partnering with GNC to launch a line of supplements that have clinically relevant dosages as their foundational principle.
Can “green” claims turn the GMO debate around in 2016, analysts ask
Growing consumer concern about food waste and the environmental impact of food production could be a “conversation starter” for food manufacturers to shift consumers’ focus on genetically modified organisms away from the perceived negative impact to the...