Omega-3 flax as laxative
An omega-3 rich flax fiber appears to have positive laxative and satiety effects, which could potentially aid digestion and weight loss, according to Bioriginal.
Archives for June 16, 2004
Purac ups sodium lactate production
In response to market demand natural lactic acid, lactate and gluconate supplier Purac wlll ramp up production of its sodium lactate powder, unveiling a new production facility in Spain.
Beans, artichokes top antioxidant list, according to new analysis
Artichokes and red kidney beans are among the best sources of dietary antioxidants, according to a new US investigation, said to be the largest, most comprehensive analysis to date of the content of these disease-fighting compounds in commonly...
Probiotics targeted for growth under new Danisco cultures unit
The new cultures unit at Danisco looks set to become a powerful force in the probiotics sector, gaining additional strains and entrance to new markets with the acquisition of Rhodia Food, according to new division chief Fabienne Saadane-Oaks.
EU says no to Monsanto food crop
Europe rejects the entry of a GM food crop supplied by biotech giant Monsanto into the food chain with officials from the 25 member states failing to reach a qualified majority at the vote yesterday.
Blotting technology could be used in new cholesterol-lowering foods
Irish biotech company Alltracel has signed a deal with sausage casings maker Devro to develop new cholesterol-lowering foods based on its patented cellulose technology.
High-fibre foods may reduce insulin production in diabetes-risk patients
Eating a fibre-rich cereal helped men with high insulin levels to reduce a rise in the hormone, suggesting that fibre could be an important preventative therapy for people at risk of developing type 2 diabetes.