Fruit and vegetable waste rich with extractable antioxidants
Fruit and vegetables waste products offer a cheap and practical source of potent antioxidants that could be used as functional ingredients, says a Spanish-German study.
Archives for March 15, 2006
Epax lowers dioxin, dioxin-like limits in omega-3
Norwegian omega-3 supplier Epax has introduced new maximum limits for environmental pollutant levels in its oils, which it expects will boost consumer confidence in products.
Global fish oil production down in 2005
Global fish oil production declined in 2005, according to figures from the US fisheries department, while demand from the nutraceuticals industry is on the up.
ONC licenses Meg-3 brand in Australia
Ocean Nutrition Canada has signed a trademark licensing agreement with Australia's YourHealth Group for the use of its Meg-3 omega-3 brand on complementary medicines.
Scientist concerned at plummeting nutrient levels
Nutrient levels in fruits, vegetables and some food crops have dramatically declined in the past 50 years, something that could further push consumers to opting for more nutritious organic goods.
Pepper extract could stop prostate cancer growth
Capsaicin, the compound that gives red pepper its heat, could stop the spread of prostate cancer, claims a new study.
Gadot develops calcium for fortified syrups, concentrates
Gadot is introducing a new highly soluble source of calcium suitable for use in syrups and concentrates, which could help beverage formulators design products to meet burgeoning interest in functional drinks.
Vitiva expands rosemary extract distribution
Slovenian rosemary extract firm Vitiva has completed a marketing deal for the US and Canada, following on from last month's ambitious expansion into the UK and Irish markets.