Ephedra/caffeine combination is 'safe' - study
A study of the safety and efficacy of the herb ephedra and caffeine as weight loss promoters has found the combination to be both safe and effective.
Archives for May 13, 2002
New initiatives for GNC franchises
GNC Franchising, a subsidiary of General Nutrition Companies, the dietary supplement retailer, has announced a number of new initiatives designed to revamp its outlets and drive growth.
UK FSA says no to fortification, for now
More research is needed into the effects of fortifying flour with folic acid, according to the UK Food Standards Agency, which has decided not to recommend fortification to the British government.
Whole Living off to a good start
First quarter sales at Whole Living increased by 10 per cent to $1.4 million, helping the company to reduce its losses by 42 per cent to $458,436.
Sesamin supplement from Singapore
Cerebos Pacific, the Singapore-based company best known for its BRAND'S Essence of Chicken brand, has launched a new health supplement based on sesame seeds.
Strong first quarter for RiceX
The RiceX Company, the US producer of nutrient-dense stabilised rice bran, has posted a 20 per cent increase in first quarter sales, in turn boosting profits by more than 400 per cent.