Supplement maker MegaFood gets certified as a B Corporation
New Hampshire-based MegaFood, which makes dietary supplements, has joined the ranks of outdoor brand Patagonia and Unilever subsidiary Ben & Jerry’s as a Certified B Corporation.
Archives for March 7, 2018
Chicory root dietary fiber improved bowel regularity in Beneo-backed study
Daily supplementation of 15 g of oligofructose—a dietary fiber found in chicory roots—significantly increased stool frequency per week, according to a recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Memphis.
Transition of Innophos into human nutrition company boosts sales, growth potential
Two strategic acquisitions in the human nutrition ingredient space are helping Innophos, a chemical company with a foundation in specialty phosphates, boost revenue and execute on its strategic vision.
Omega-3 trial fails to reproduce benefits on child reading and memory seen in earlier study
Dietary supplementation with the omega-3 fatty acid DHA had no impact on reading, working memory or behaviour of under-performing UK schoolchildren, suggests new research that contradicts previous findings.
Could krill omega-3 offer boost to ‘world’s toughest’ triathletes?
A new research partnership between Aker BioMarine, the Pure Science Triathlon and Norseman will test the impact of krill oil omega-3s on the athletic performance and recovery of athletes taking part in one of the toughest full-distance triathlons in the...
Healthy vitamin D status lowers risk of death in people with heart disease: Norwegian data
People with cardiovascular disease could slash their risk of death by 30% by ensuring a healthy vitamin D status, new research from Norway suggests.
More education will help realize huge potential for omega-3s in Latin America
Consumers in Latin America understand the general benefits of omega-3s. But there is a need for more education to help capture the huge potential for the ingredients in this region where the market is far from saturated.