'Raw' idea forms basis of new superfood supplement
An entrepreneur is taking a page from the food marketing realm with the launch of a supplement line called Rawtrition.
Archives for June 4, 2017
Omega-3 outfit SeaDragon posts substantial loss, but insists sales outlook is strong
New Zealand fish oil firm SeaDragon has posted a net loss after tax of NZ$6,659,000 for the year to 31 March, its preliminary financial results reveal.
Special edition: Botanicals
Vertical integration provides bulwark against adulteration, proponents say
In an age where the dietary supplement industry is wrestling with adulteration issues in an increasingly open way, vertical integration can be a key component of a botanical ingredient supplier’s value proposition, experts say.
A scientific first: Study highlights potential cardiometabolic benefits of prebiotics
Supplementing the diet with inulin-type fructans may improve the function of the endothelium in blood vessels and reduce the risk of metabolic disorders-related cardiovascular diseases, says a new study.
What is a probiotic? IPA releases guidance document on qualifying probiotics
The definition of probiotic varies by region, and an increasing number of products potentially mislabeled as “probiotic”. In response, the International Probiotics Association has released a guidance document.