ZeaVision to source zeaxanthin from Kalsec
ZeaVision is planning to support the latest licensee of its zeaxanthin patent, fulfilling some of its requirements for its EyePromise supplement line from Kalsec.
Archives for May 25, 2006
Elderly men may benefit from vitamin D, calcium too
Elderly men, a population that is often overlooked in bone health studies, could also benefit from daily supplements of fortified milk, says new research from Australia.
Cyanotech hoping to ride BioAstin wave
Annual sales at Cyanotech dropped by three percent, as a 27 percent hike in fourth quarter sales was not enough to offset issues that beset the Hawaiian microalgae producer in the second and third quarters.
Orkla bids on health with Dansk Droge acquisition
Norway's Orkla has snapped up all shares in Danish supplement-maker Dansk Droge, as it positions to take advantage of consumer health trends.
BASF expands crop biotech capabilities
BASF's acquisition of CropDesign, a Belgian biotech company, will help establish the German chemical giant as a leader in the development of important crop traits in corn, soy bean and rape seed.
Blueberries could stop liver cancer growth
US scientists report that blueberry extracts inhibited the growth of liver cancer cells in the lab, potentially adding to the growing list of health benefits for the 'superfood'.
Biohit seeks partners for cysteine gut health products
Biohit Oyj, the Finnish company behind a cysteine chewing gum unveiled this week that could help reduce the risk of oral cancer in smokers and drinkers, is looking for partners to help realise the full potential of its technology in the supplements...