Archives for September 20, 2006

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Multivitamins in early pregnancy may stave off brain tumors

By  Clarisse Douaud

A recent study suggests women who take multivitamins early in pregnancy could reduce the risk of their child developing a brain tumour - giving further leverage for marketing to this important consumer group.

BASF raises vitamin E prices to offset costs

By  Jess Halliday

BASF has announced an increase in the price of its feed grade vitamin E products as of next week due to energy and raw material costs, and it is "very likely" that food and supplement-grade vitamin E price rises will follow.

Blackberry extract shows anti-tumour promise

By  staff reporter

An extract derived from fresh blackberries has been seen to reduce cancerous tumours and prevent the proliferation of cancer cells in animal models, paving the way for further investigations into how it could be used to support human health.

Study underscores CAM potential for sleep troubles

By  staff reporter

A study into the use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) to alleviate insomnia may provide supplement-makers with useful data on consumers who may use their products, and serve as a basis for future research on their effectiveness.

Fenchem makes novel foods petition for Cholevel sterols

By  staff reporter

Chinese ingredients supplier Fenchem is seeking substantial equivalence for its Cholevel branded phytosterol under European novel foods legislation, which it expects will be a big spark for the product line.