ADM adds to patents file
Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) has been awarded three US patents for the use of concentrated isoflavones combined with other phytochemicals to treat blood-related diseases, cancer and menopausal symptoms.
Archives for August 1, 2002
Those who can't kick the habit should eat more fruit and veg
Eating lots of fruit and vegetables can cut the risk of smoking-related diseases, finds new research published in this week's European Respiratory Journal. More evidence to support the role diet plays in overall health.
UK makes health claims for use of soy
The Joint Health Claims Initiative (JHCI), an independent UK organisation created to assess health claims on food, this week advised the food industry of the option of making health claims for the inclusion of soya in food products.
Fatty acid supplement gets results in joint health study
A recent clinical trial on Celadrin, a nutritional supplement made of a combination of cetylated fatty acids, show that it promotes joint health.
FDA criticised for failure to act on ephedra
The US Food and Drug Administration was put under pressure this week when a US senator attacked the department for refusing to move on legislation on the herbal supplement ephedra. Trade bodies still insist however that the herb can be used safely.
Natrol 2Q hit by industry slowdown
US dietary supplement maker Natrol reported net sales of $17.8 million (€18m) in the second quarter to 30 June 2002, a decrease of 7.4 per cent on the same period last year.