Supplement makers stall directive on sports foods
An alliance of sports supplement makers has managed to stall the launch of a new European regulation that is set to tightly regulate foods and beverages marketed to sportspeople.
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Japan may create new health claims category
Japan is considering proposals for the creation of a new category of health foods, with claims similar to the 'qualified health claims' recently approved in the US.
New supplement targets traveller's thrombosis
A Swiss company has developed a food supplement designed to reduce the risk of deep vein thrombosis for passengers on long-haul flights.
New report calls for more research into sunshine vitamin
Official policy that discourages sunbathing and promotes use of sunblock products is preventing the British from getting adequate vitamin D, and putting them at risk of numerous chronic diseases, claims a new report.
Natural, health trend boosts 3Q for Chr Hansen
Growing demand for natural colours and the increasing popularity of probiotic cultures lifted third quarter sales at Danish ingredients firm Chr Hansen.