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Astaxanthin may boost muscle endurance and fat loss

By  Stephen Daniells

Astaxanthin, the carotenoid mostly associated with eye health, may enhance the burning of fat during exercise and lead to improved muscle endurance, suggests a new study with mice that needs to be repeated in humans.

Cosucra highlights its dairy replacers amid high milk prices

By  Laura Crowley

Cosucra Groupe Warcoing is seeking to press home the message that pea protein can be used in place of milk protein, reflecting a trend that has picked up speed in the ingredients sector in the light of high dairy prices.

PLT achieves GRAS for vitamin K2 in dairy

By  Lorraine Heller

PL Thomas is to market its vitamin K2 for use in dairy applications in the US, following the ingredient's GRAS designation, the company announced today.