Omega-3 and vitamin D linked to better eye health
Consumption of omega-3 fatty acids and omega-3 rich fish could slash the risk of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD) by 40 per cent, says a new study.
Archives for May 15, 2007
EFSA publishes draft health claims guidance
The European Food Standards Authority has today published its draft guidance document for the submission of applications under the new nutrition and health claims regulation, giving the clearest insight yet of the impact the legislation will have on...
Doctors halt dairy weight loss ads
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the nation's dairy industry are putting a stop to claims in their advertising that dairy products cause weight loss following a petition from the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) filed in...
Forbes Medi-Tech sees Q1 growth on Reducol sales
Reducol-maker Forbes Medi-Tech has reported strong results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2007, as it looks to expand its portfolio.
Danone and Yakult to accelerate R&D cooperation
France's Danone and Japan's Yakult will continue their strategic alliance involving closer cooperation on R&D and entry into new markets, maintaining their positions as leaders in the probiotics market.