Gencor gets Canadian health claims approval for fenugreek ingredient
Health Canada has approved four health claims for Gencor’s standardized fenugreek extract, Libifem.
Archives for February 10, 2020
Probiotics in sports nutrition: Ralf Jäger on using the right strain
The probiotics expert highlights research on strain-specific benefits for athletes and performance.
The Vitamin Shoppe launches sports nutrition brand from John "Jocko" Willink
Jocko Fuel proteins, supplements, and drinks are available in over 690 locations of The Vitamin Shoppe and online.
Asian aquatic herb combined with lutein suppresses cataracts in diabetes model
An extract of a common Asian aquatic herb combined with lutein suppressed the development of cataracts in a rat model of diabetes, a new study has found.
Taking secrecy out of contract manufacturing can be a win-win, CEO says
Transparency ought to be a key part of the contract manufacturing relationship, says the CEO of a fast growing California company.
NIU’s Global Round-up: GNC in China, EU turmeric quality criteria, and more
What’s happened across the Nutra-verse over the past seven days? Stay on top of things with our weekly round-up of key news from across the globe.
Higher dietary selenium intakes linked to younger ‘biological age’: Study
Increased dietary intakes of selenium are associated with longer telomeres, reported to be a marker of biological aging, says a new study.
Direct-selling firms in China look to new retail channels amid tough market environment
Direct-selling firms in China have adopted new sales models as the regulatory framework tightens and consumers’ perception becomes less favourable.
Nestlé enters deal to develop plant extract blend to fight diabetes
Nestlé Health Science is to form a partnership with Valbiotis to develop TOTUM-63 - the French firm’s combination of plant extracts designed to reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.