Archives for February 23, 2006

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Milk alliance to help with 'special products'

By  Staff Reporter

Finnish dairy company Valio, and Germany's biggest dairy company Nordmilch eG have announced an alliance that will enable them to concentrate capacity for 'special products' like functional milks and probiotics.

Melatonin could help tinnitus, improve sleep

By  Stephen Daniells

A daily supplement of melatonin could improve tinnitus and sleep, a result that offers hope to the estimated 15m Americans who consider their tinnitus to be a serious problem.

Southeast Asia offers opportunities for nutraceuticals

By  Stephen Daniells

The nutraceuticals market in Southeast Asia has high growth potential but companies must invest heavily in advertising to help consumers understand the health benefits, says new strategic analysis from Frost and Sullivan.

Australian olive leaf extract moves into Canada

By  Stephen Daniells

Canadian based C.K. Foods Inc. has entered into an exclusive agreement with Olive Products Australia, the world's largest specialized olive leaf grower, to distribute its Fresh Olive Leaf Complex.

EC warns of looming sugar oversupply

By  Anthony Fletcher

The European Commission argues that quotas will have to be cut for the 2006/07 marketing year to prevent a serious oversupply of sugar.

Zeaxanthin on the eye health map

As Prevent Blindness America observes AMD/Low Vision Awareness month in February, Jess Halliday speaks to Manuel Pavon of Chrysantis about the emerging role of zeaxanthin in eye health.

Industry targets creation of perfect sports drink

By  Anthony Fletcher

The addition of protein to a carbohydrate-containing beverage provides benefits superior to traditional carbohydrate based beverages, claims the Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) on sports nutrition and performance.