GM tomatoes to provide daily folate needs?
Tomatoes, genetically engineered to contain high levels of folate, could provide the recommended daily amount in one standard serving, says new research.
Archives for March 6, 2007
AOAC seeks study director for MSM validation
AOAC International has put out a call in search of a study director for its upcoming collaborative studies on standardized methods for joint health-supporting compound, MSM.
Lentils are the new dahl-ing of healthy consumers, Waitrose
Lentils are enjoying a surge in popularity in the UK, according to retailer Waitrose - a further sign that foods can shrug off an unappetising image when the importance of making healthy choices is drummed home.
New review may demand flavonoid rethink
Flavonoids from fruits and vegetables are not potent antioxidants when eaten but may still have significant benefits by other mechanisms, says a new review of the science.
Astavita uses tube to educate consumers
Astavita is bringing its antioxidant AstaReal astaxanthin directly to television viewers and consumers at large through a one-year sponsorship deal with TV series Christina Cooks.
Berkem's Powergrape to take on sports nutrition, anti-ageing
Berkem is introducing a new grape extract called Powergrape with specific ratios of different polyphenol families, which has yielded positive results in a prospective study on antioxidant status in sportsmen.
Cyanotech gains novel foods go-ahead for astaxanthin
Hawaiian microalgae specialist Cyanotech has received the green light to sell its astaxanthin in the EU under novel foods regulations, opening up a new market that it says has great potential for the antioxidant ingredient.