China approves allergy-battling probiotics
Stock market-listed Taiwanese probiotics specialist, GenMont, has won “health food designation” from the Chinese Department of Health for two of its probiotics for use in food and beverage products.
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Do the panda: Bamboo shoots may boost female bowel health
Fibre-rich bamboo shoots may improve cholesterol levels and improve bowel health, according to results of a small study from the US and Korea.
EFSA health claim opinion
EFSA rejects Merck omega-3 health claim
DHA does not benefit visual or cognitive development in infants and unborn babies, according to two article 14 opinions published by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) today.
Danisco pinpoints growth drivers for enzymes
The food and beverage enzyme market looks set to continue growing, says Danisco chief, as food firms turn to processing aid to solve issues of cost, safety and quality, and new health and nutrition benefits are uncovered.
Natto enzyme may boost heart health in at-risk people
Nattokinase, an enzyme extracted from fermented soy, may reduce levels of compounds linked to blood clotting, and cut the risk of heart disease in people at-risk of the disease, suggests new research from Taiwan.