More support for selenomethionine bioavailability
A new study from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine supports other studies that selenomethionine is more bioavailable than selenium selenite and high-selenium yeast.
Archives for June 14, 2006
Seditol helps sleepless in Cincinnati
A recent study found 88 percent of participants had better sleep after taking Next Pharmaceuticals' Seditol - findings that could encourage use of the blend of botanical extracts over drugs.
Some tastes in the genes, says obesity-linked study
A child's taste for protein-rich foods like meat and fish is inherited, but taste for vegetables and desserts are influenced, says new research that may have implications for understanding obesity.
CardiaBeat set for US supplements entry
Israeli ingredient company Enzymotec has cleared the way for the use of its sterol-based heart health ingredient CardiaBeat in dietary supplements, with its approval as a new dietary ingredient (NDI) by the FDA.
TSI Health Sciences enters Europe
US nutraceutical developer TSI Health Sciences is building its ability to cater to demand for ingredients in Europe, with the establishment of a sales and marketing office in the UK.
Meet omega-3 shortfall with enriched meat, says expert
The enrichment of meat products with omega-3 and its addition to animal feed to boost levels in animal-derived produce could play major role bridging the gap between recommended and actual intake in the modern population, says an expert in the field.
Vitamin-producing bacteria could lead to cheaper fortified dairy
Adding riboflavin-producing bacteria to standard yoghurt could boost the nutritional value and cut costs of conventional fortification, suggests a joint Argentine-Dutch study.