Astaxanthin seeks EU approval
Indian company Parry Nutraceuticals has applied for a version of the algae-derived carotenoid, astaxanthin, to be granted Novel Food ingredient status in the European Union.
Archives for February 10, 2009
Sensus highlights cost-benefit gains for inulin-enriched bread
The cost-benefit ratio for including gut health promoting inulin in bread formulations could bring added-value gains for bread-makers, delegates will hear at a forthcoming industry conference.
Multivitamins fail to protect women from cancers and heart disease: Study
Multivitamin supplements have “little or no influence” on a woman’s risk of cardiovascular disease or cancer, according to results of the Women’s Health Initiative.
Scandinavians sign vitamin K2 supply pact
Danish supplier Danisco BioActives and Norwegian vitamin K specialist, NattoPharma, have inked a deal that will see Danisco become the marketer and distributor of Natto’s vitamin K2 ingredient to the food industry.