Commercial weight loss programmes all result in about the same
levels of weight loss, says a new study in the British Medical
Journal, but not all are based around the principles of healthy
eating.
Adding a dash of sauce of dark soy sauce to your daily diet could
improve antioxidant levels and decrease the risk of cardiovascular
disease, say scientists from Singapore.
Flora, the Unilever-owned margarine brand, is embarking on a major
campaign to raise awareness of the benefits of omega-3, following
consumer research indicating that the message is not being heard by
all family members.
Zinc supplements may decrease the risk of heart disease, says an
animal study from Singapore, results that appear to support
previous benefits afforded by the mineral.
The International Osteoporosis Foundation has heard damning reports
of under-diagnosis and inappropriate care for sufferers of the
devastating brittle bone disease, which also highlight the
importance of communication about preventative...
A combination of omega-3 fatty acids and the flavonoid quercitrin
may work to reduce inflammation in the large intestine associated
with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, says an animal study
from Spain.
Campina has bought dairy ingredient producer Inovatech Argentina,
signalling the Dutch-owned company's desire to reach further into
the global specialized ingredients market, with an particular
emphasis on nutrition.
Cognis is taking heart that its strategic focus towards wellness
and sustainability is spot on, as these business areas report above
average growth in the first quarter for 2006.
Royal Numico reported today that the earthquake that struck the
island of Java at the weekend has significantly affected its
Indonesian baby food operations.
Antioxidants from coffee may reduce the risk of postmenopausal
women developing cardiovascular disease, report researchers from
Norway and the US - lending more support to previous studies on the
beverage's potential benefits.
A new fish oil supply relationship between Norwegian sea food
company Fjordlaks and Borregaard-owned Denomega Nutritional Oils,
which includes the construction of a new refinery, aims to take
advantage of the opportunities presented...
Unilever has launched Choices, a front of pack logo programme
designed to help consumers identify packaged foods and beverages
that offer a healthier choice.
Increasing intake of foods with a functional partially hydrolysed
guar gum (PHGG) ingredient could reduce gut inflammation by over 20
per cent, according to a Japanese study with mice.
Functional foods can benefit certain sectors of the population who
may not derive the nutrients they need from their daily diet, but
they may also pose a risk of overdose of certain vitamins and
minerals, according to a new report...
Sales of phytosterols in Europe are predicted to more than double
by 2012, but companies need to turn consumer awareness into
understanding and acceptance, says a new report from Frost and
Sullivan.
A new clinical trial from the US has reported that a low-carb diet
improves cholesterol levels, as a second study in a week reports
health benefits for this once bright star of the diet world.
UK scientists have drafted in blackcurrant varieties from New
Zealand to prevent warmer winters wiping out one of Britain's
traditional fruits, and destroying the source of the popular Ribena
soft drink.
Spanish biotech Natraceutical has solicited a patent for its new
cocoa-derived CCX-70 ingredient, which boasts six times the
antioxidant value of vitamin C and gives dietetic food and
supplement formulators a new healthy tool to work...
BioReal Sweden's (formerly AstaReal) has harvested its first crop
of astaxanthin-producing microalgae from its new bioreactors, after
almost doubling capacity in order to meet rising demand from Japan.
A daily supplement of probiotics could reduce the risk of liver
cancer caused by fungal toxins in foods, a leading cause of the
disease in some of the world's most populous countries.
Planning diets around key micronutrients like amino acids could be
the future of diet design and a way to help the fight against
obesity, says research published in Science.
A stanol-enriched cheese could help lower cholesterol levels by
over five per cent, says a new study by Raisio and Valio, as the
Finish companies look to put science behind the growing range of
stanol products.
Zila Nutritionals is expanding availability of Ester-C, an advanced
form of vitamin C with a new agreement with distributor Gee Lawson
covering most of Europe.
European amino acid manufacturers feeling the pinch from cheaper
Chinese imports should consider entering into joint ventures in
Asia, advises Frost and Sullivan, since manufacturing costs are
lower but quality is still high.
Sticking to a low carbohydrate diet does not lead to weakened bones
over a three-month period, say US researchers - a result that may
prove to be only a brief glimmer for this fading star of diet fads.
Biohit Oyj, the Finnish company behind a cysteine chewing gum
unveiled this week that could help reduce the risk of oral cancer
in smokers and drinkers, is looking for partners to help realise
the full potential of its technology...
Elderly men, a population that is often overlooked in bone health
studies, could also benefit from daily supplements of fortified
milk, says new research from Australia.
BASF's acquisition of CropDesign, a Belgian biotech company, will
help establish the German chemical giant as a leader in the
development of important crop traits in corn, soy bean and rape
seed.
US scientists report that blueberry extracts inhibited the growth
of liver cancer cells in the lab, potentially adding to the growing
list of health benefits for the 'superfood'.
Phosphagenics is constructing a new tocopheryl phosphates
manufacturing plant in Melbourne, Australia - a project that paves
the way for future licensing agreements and could encourage the use
of its technology in more nutraceutical...
Modification of whey protein concentrates with high phospholipid
proportions could turn standard emulsifiers into functional health
promoting ingredients, results that could have important
implications for the food industry.
Dietary supplementation with an omega-3 enriched milk could be a
simple and tolerable way to ease cardiovascular risk factors linked
to metabolic syndrome, say Spanish researchers.
A dietary supplement of flaxseed, a rich source of lignans and
omega-3 fatty acids, could prove useful to reduce lung inflammation
and oxidative stress, if results from a mice study can be expanded
to humans.
A letter sent by senior doctors in the UK to health care trusts
urging that NHS funds are spent only on evidence-based medicines
has sparked furious debate about the role of complementary and
alternative medicines (CAM) in the modern...
A chewing gum with the amino acid cysteine aimed at reducing the
risk of alcohol and tobacco smoking related cancers is expected to
launch to market this year, following extensive research at the
University of Helskinki.
Cognis and WILD are joining forces to form a powerhouse of food and
beverage product innovation, combining Cognis' store of ingredients
with Wild's formulation expertise.
The debate about dairy consumption boosting weight loss got a
massive fillip at the Paris Anti-Obesity Therapies congress, but
natural product-based dietary supplements don't help weight loss
said experts.
Natto, the traditional Japanese fermented soybean and a rich source
of vitamin K2, could reduce bone loss in post-menopausal women by
as much as 80 per cent, says research from Japan.
The relationship between journalist 'hack' and scientist 'lab-rat'
must be developed if science is to get a fair deal in the press,
and for consumers to be presented balanced and accurate science
coverage.
The road to fortification of bakery products with folate in the UK
looks less clear as the FSA's Scientific Advisory requested more
time to review evidence on dosage, despite a positive preliminary
report last month.
Research into freshness issues associated with broccoli will also
yield varieties that retain their beneficial nutrients for longer,
say scientists from the University of Warwick.
French supplier NB Consulting has developed two new fruit and
vegetable-derived ingredients that tap into fierce trends in the
nutraceuticals market: Oxxynea antioxidant powder and Sinetrol, a
fat burner.
LycoRed is introducing a new version of its Lyc-O-Mato product line
especially designed for liquid and paste applications that could
help manufacturers of tomato-based products boost lycopene content.
Sulphoraphane (SFN) found in cruciferous vegetables such as
broccoli and cauliflower may reduce the risk of hereditary colon
cancer, an animal study has found, giving more evidence to the link
between diet and cancer prevention.