Archives for June 15, 2008

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Rosemary extracts to receive antioxidant status

By  Laura Crowley

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) said rosemary extract is safe for use as an antioxidant in food, expanding application opportunities and increasing its natural appeal.

Weekly comment

The value of hyperactive curiosity

For a little yellow flower, it's ignited a huge debate. Believe the headlines and St John's wort won't help hyperactive kids, but last week's study asks more questions than it answers. It's time to put funding disclosures in the dock.

Natreon takes functional extracts to Asia

By  Lorraine Heller

Ingredients firm Natreon is set to expand its reach in the Asian market after teaming up with Maypro, a US-based firm with a strong presence in the Japanese and Asian markets for functional foods and dietary supplements.

Fenchem sales grow on increased US demand

By  Lorraine Heller

Chinese ingredients firm Fenchem has said its US sales have gone up by 10 percent over the past six month, an increase the company puts down to opening a new office in the country.