Obesity driving intense sweetener opportunities
Soaring obesity rates are creating opportunities for food and beverage manufacturers to expand the number of products that contain sugar substitutes, according to a new market report.
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Soy isoflavones may reduce artery hardening, boost heart health
The potential cardiovascular benefits of soy isoflavones may also include reducing the early stage of artery hardening, if the results of an animal study can be translated into humans.
Vitiva growth stems from new rosemary markets
Slovenia's Vitiva has reported sales growth in excess of 200 per cent for the first half the year, as it continues to implement its rapid growth strategy and reach out into new business sectors.
Marketing for a healthier Eastern Europe
The traditional diet in many Eastern European countries relies heavily on fatty foods like red meat and less emphasis is given to vegetables as elsewhere. But as consumers become more aware of the link between diet and health, companies present in the...
Omega-3 index could be goalposts for max heart health
Another scientific review has concluded that omega-3 fatty acids are beneficial to heart health, and proposes a new measure of cardiovascular risk called the "omega-3 index".
Martek joins omega-3 branding trend
Martek Bioscience's flagship vegetarian source of DHA has become the brand life'sDHA, joining a trend in the omega-3 industry to target and promote consumer awareness of the healthy ingredient.
Study could spell opportunity for fruit & veg ingredients
As the gap between the recommended and actual amounts of fruit and vegetables Americans consume increases, there may be more room for ingredients made from the powder or extract versions of these foods.
CRN author risk assessments for glucosamine, chondroitin sulfate
A risk assessment for glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate, has been authored by the CRN, providing industry and consumers with important information on safe dosage levels.